Omer Shahzad, Shanzay Lodhi welcome baby boy

Pakistani actor and model Omer Shahzad and his wife, Shanzay Lodhi, have entered a new chapter of their lives as they welcome their first child, a baby boy.

The couple shared the happy news with fans through a special announcement, revealing that they have named their son Ismail. The announcement also featured a heartfelt prayer, asking Allah to bless the newborn with good health, strong faith, happiness and a righteous life.

Shanzay also shared an emotional message reflecting on her experience of becoming a mother. She revealed that she went through 24 hours of labour, describing the experience as a journey filled with pain, tears, prayers and unexpected strength.

She also praised her husband’s support throughout the difficult hours, saying he stood beside her and shared every moment of the experience.

According to Shanzay, holding their newborn son for the first time made all the physical pain worthwhile. She expressed gratitude to Allah for blessing them with their little miracle.

The announcement has attracted warm wishes from friends, fellow celebrities and fans, who congratulated the couple and prayed for the newborn’s health and happiness.

Omer Shahzad is a recognised name in Pakistan’s modelling and television industry. He is currently receiving appreciation for his performance in Geo TV’s drama serial Uswa.

Omer and Shanzay tied the knot in February 2025, with their Nikah ceremony held at Masjid al-Nabawi in Madinah. Their wedding celebrations and pictures received considerable attention on social media.