Overview

• Suniel Shetty faced backlash after praising his daughter Athiya Shetty for choosing a natural delivery over a caesarean section, with critics accusing him of stigmatizing C-sections.
• In a new interview, Shetty stated that his remarks were ‘blown out of proportion’ and emphasized that his intent was to honor maternal strength and the role of fathers in childbirth.
• The actor issued a public apology to women, expressing regret for any unintended offense and reiterating his respect for all birthing methods as courageous and valid.
• Shetty criticized selective quoting by media outlets, claiming it distorted his original message and contributed to the controversy.
• Athiya Shetty and her husband, cricketer KL Rahul, welcomed their daughter Evaarah on March 24, 2025, with Shetty praising his daughter's resilience during childbirth.