Veteran actress Shabana Azmi has shut down the rumors surrounding her stepson Farhan Akhtar and his wife Shibani Dandekar, suggesting that they are expecting their first child together.
The speculation about Shibani’s pregnancy started after a media report claimed that the couple was preparing for the arrival of a baby, which quickly went viral on social media. However, Shabana Azmi responded to these rumors with a clear statement to *Etimes*, denying the claims and stating that there is no baby on the way for Farhan and Shibani. The *Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani* actress commented, “There’s no truth to it.”
Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar recently made headlines when rumors suggested they were expecting their first child, three years after their marriage. The speculation began after Shibani was photographed leaving her gym in Mumbai on Thursday morning. While the couple has not yet issued an official statement regarding the rumors, their silence has only fueled the gossip.
The couple, who married in a private ceremony in February 2022, has always kept their personal life private. However, they frequently share heartfelt moments on social media, giving fans a glimpse into their life together. For those who may not know, Farhan has two daughters, Shakya and Akira, from his previous marriage to hairstylist Adhuna Bhabani. Additionally, Farhan is celebrating his 51st birthday today, January 9. He has received numerous warm birthday wishes from his cousin Farah Khan, who shares the same birthday, and his sister Zoya Akhtar, among others, on Instagram.
On the work front, Farhan Akhtar is currently preparing for his next acting role in *120 Bahadur*, set against the backdrop of the 1962 Indo-China war. He plays Major Shaitan Singh, in a film that honors the soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment. Directed by Razneesh Razy Ghai, the film is one of Farhan’s upcoming projects. Farhan is also working on *Don 3*, the highly anticipated sequel, which will feature Ranveer Singh in the lead role, replacing Shah Rukh Khan.