Drashti Dhami and Neeraj Khemka reveal daughter Leela’s face for the first time as she turns one: 'Hello world!'

Television star Drashti Dhami rang in 2026 with a deeply personal milestone. The actress best known for her role in ‘Madhubala – Ek Ishq Ek Junoon’ gave fans a sweet surprise. She shared the first clear glimpse of her daughter, Leela, on her first birthday.

The actress chose this special day to share a moment that instantly melted hearts across social media.

Drashti Dhami introduces daughter Leela on her first birthday

On January 1, 2026, Drashti took to Instagram and shared three adorable photos. The photos appeared to be from an intimate birthday celebration at home. She captioned the post, “Hello World! Meet : Ms.Leela Khemka.”In the images, little Leela is seen standing beside a decorated birthday cake. She is dressed in a purple frock with a matching hairband.

The setup was simple and cheerful. But it was Leela’s bright smile that truly stole the spotlight. Fans flooded the comments section with love. They called the moment emotional and long-awaited.

A rare peek into Drashti Dhami’s life

Drashti has always been careful about keeping her family life away from public attention. Until now, she had avoided sharing her daughter’s face, opting instead for subtle updates and quiet celebrations. This birthday post was the first time she chose to share Leela’s pictures openly.

Drashti and her husband, businessman Neeraj Khemka, announced her pregnancy in June 2024. They welcomed Leela on October 22, 2024, and revealed the news through a sweet animated video that read, “Straight from heaven into our hearts, a whole new life, a whole new start. She’s here!” They captioned the post, “SHE IS HERE. 22.10.2024!”

Drashti Dhami and Neeraj Khemka’s love story

Drashti married Neeraj Khemka on February 21, 2015, after dating him for six years. For a long time, she maintained that she was single. She focused only on her career. It was during her stint on ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ that she finally confirmed her relationship on camera. Their wedding followed soon after, marking the beginning of a quiet yet strong partnership.