Summary
- Anand, husband to Sonam Kapoor, celebrated his birthday on July 29.
- He praised the ease with which Anand cares for Sonam and their children.
- Sonam and Anand became parents for the first time in 2022, welcoming their son Vayu.
Anil Kapoor stepped up to celebrate his son-in-law in style. He shared a heartfelt note for Anand Ahuja on Instagram. The post came with a lovely set of pictures. Anand, husband to Sonam Kapoor, celebrated his birthday on July 29.
In his caption, the 69-year-old actor opened up about his bond with Anand. He said Anand’s presence always brings him a sense of calm. Just seeing him or hearing his voice seems to do the trick. It is a small detail, but it says a lot about how close the two have become.
Anil did not stop there. He spoke about how thoughtfully Anand treats everyone in the family. He praised the ease with which Anand cares for Sonam and their children. This quality, Anil wrote, fills him with comfort and joy. He ended the note on a simple, warm birthday wish.
Anand was quick to respond to the sweet gesture. He replied with his signature humour, joking about how many of his old hairstyles had made it into Anil’s post. He also thanked his father-in-law for always being encouraging and kind.
The celebrations did not end there. Sonam joined in with her own tribute. She shared a series of throwback photos capturing their journey as a couple. She described Anand as her safest place and closest support system. She added that she would pick him again, no matter how many lifetimes she got.
Anand responded in his usual playful tone. He lovingly called her his dream machine in return.
The couple has been married since May 2018. They exchanged vows in a small, intimate Punjabi wedding that was widely covered at the time. Since then, their relationship has often stood out for its warmth, humour and visible affection, something fans and family alike have noticed again and again.
Sonam and Anand became parents for the first time in 2022, welcoming their son Vayu. Their family grew further this year when they welcomed their second son on March 29, 2026.
Between Anil’s touching note and Sonam’s loving tribute, Anand’s birthday turned into more than just a celebration. It became a public reminder of just how close-knit this family really is, and how easily that affection comes through in the little things they share online.
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