Alia Bhatt isn’t just your average Bollywood star. She’s a National Award-winning powerhouse, a total trailblazer, and now, a doting mama to the ever-so-cute Raha Kapoor. From her dazzling on-screen performances to heartwarming mom moments, Alia has come a long way since her 2012 debut. Whether she’s nailing iconic roles or embracing motherhood with grace, this leading lady is unstoppable. But don’t let the glitz fool you, Alia has been candid about her personal battles, and her journey has been nothing short of inspiring.
Mom Mode: Raha Kapoor Steals the Show
The latest chapter in Alia’s life, being a mom to baby Raha Kapoor, born in November 2022. In a recent chat with Allure, Alia spilled all the adorable deets on her mommy life, and trust us, it’s the cutest thing ever. Remember that big debate every new parent has about what their baby’s first word will be? Well, in the Bhatt-Kapoor household, the stakes were high! Mama Alia and Papa Ranbir were in a playful battle over whether Raha would say “mama” or “papa” first. And guess who won? Raha made her mom’s day by uttering “mama” while chilling on her play mat, and Alia’s excitement was through the roof! She even captured the precious moment on her phone to rub it in Ranbir’s face because of course, proof is everything in these little parenting victories.
But while the cuteness overload is real, Alia is all about keeping it real too. She’s opened up about the challenges of balancing her career with motherhood. In her own words, “there’s no such thing as ‘me time.’ I haven’t even had a therapy session in the past two months.” She hasn’t even squeezed in a therapy session in months! Juggling a hectic work schedule with sleepless nights and diaper changes, Alia admits that personal time is now a distant dream. But with baby Raha being a sassy mix of naughty, chatty, and sometimes shy, it’s clear Alia’s loving every chaotic minute of it.
Alia’s Real Talk on Self-Image Struggles
But life wasn’t always a glamorous affair for Alia. Flashback to her early days in Bollywood, and you’ll find a young Alia Bhatt dealing with major body image issues. Despite shedding weight to fit into the industry’s beauty standards, she couldn’t shake off that inner critic. In a refreshingly honest confession, Alia revealed that no matter how much she transformed on the outside, her inner monologue always whispered, “Once a fat kid, always a fat kid.”
She shared, “I have struggled with body-image issues since then. No matter how much weight I lost, I always struggled. My friends would say, ‘Alia, you need to stop dieting. Just be calm, live a little, eat some food.’ And I used to be like, Once a fat kid, always a fat kid. I used to say that in my head, no matter how much weight I lost.”
Growing up as a happy-go-lucky, chubby kid, Alia had no qualms about her appearance, until the film industry’s pressure took its toll. Her friends often told her to “live a little” and stop being so hard on herself, but those voices didn’t drown out her self-doubt. It took Alia a while to finally embrace true beauty, and now she believes it’s all about how you see yourself. As she wisely says, “Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder,” and she’s owning that perspective like the boss she is.
What’s next for Alia Bhatt?
Now, let’s shift gears to what’s next for this multitalented diva. Alia’s not just ruling the parenting game; she’s also got some killer projects lined up. First up, she’s starring in Jigra, a heartfelt film about the bond between a brother and sister, hitting screens on October 11. Then, Alia will be stepping into Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love and War, where she’ll share the screen with hubby Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. Mark your calendars because this one’s dropping in March 2026!
And if you thought that’s all, think again. Alia is set to lead the first female-centric spy universe film Alpha, alongside the fierce Sharvari Wagh. This spy thriller promises to show a whole new side of Alia, and we’re already counting down the days!
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