Bollywood veteran Suniel Shetty has often been vocal about his deep admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. However, in a recent and heartwarming revelation, the actor shared that he isn't the only one in the family who is a fan of the Prime Minister. His 15 month old granddaughter, Ivara, has also become a devoted follower of PM Modi at a very young age. Suniel Shetty disclosed that the little one starts her day by taking the Prime Minister's name and performing a sweet ritual that has surprised the entire family.
The Morning Ritual of Little Ivara
During a conversation with Times Now, Suniel Shetty shared charming details about his granddaughter's daily routine. Ivara is the daughter of Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty and Indian cricketer KL Rahul. " This habit wasn't taught to her by her parents or her grandfather, making it even more special for the family. The actor further explained that Ivara has a specific book about Sai Baba which contains a photograph of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Every morning, she opens that particular page to see the Prime Minister's image. After identifying him, she goes to the idol of Lord Ganpati kept in the house, picks up a laddoo, and offers it to the picture of PM Modi. Suniel Shetty emphasized that no one in the family, including himself or Athiya, instructed her to do this.
How It All Started
Suniel Shetty traced back the origin of this fascination to a single incident at the airport. He mentioned that once, a nanny had shown PM Modi's picture to Ivara at the airport and told her about him. Since that brief introduction, the 15 month old child has developed a deep connection with the leader's image. Shetty noted that it's remarkable how a child so young could be so influenced by a single mention of the Prime Minister. The actor expressed his surprise at how the child remembers the name and the face so vividly every single day.
Suniel Shetty on PM Modi's Charisma
Reflecting on this behavior, Suniel Shetty stated, "I've always said that I am a huge fan of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while i am not talking about any political party; I am talking about the leader. A leader who fills me with enthusiasm. " He further added that there must be something truly special about the Prime Minister if a 15 month old child is drawn to him in such a way. "There is something magical about him," the actor remarked, pointing out that they never spoke a word about him in front of her, yet she says his name on her own. He believes that such a natural attraction from a child indicates a unique aura surrounding the leader.
Family Background and Privacy
Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul tied the knot in 2023. Two years after their marriage, they welcomed their daughter Ivara into the world in March 2025. Despite the immense public interest in their lives, the couple has strictly followed a no photo policy for their daughter, while they've not yet revealed Ivara's face on social media platforms, choosing to keep her childhood private and away from the limelight. Suniel Shetty's recent anecdote provides a rare and charming glimpse into the life of the youngest member of the Shetty-Rahul family, showing how even the smallest members are influenced by the prominent figures of the nation.