Veteran actor Suniel Shetty has revealed that his daughter, Athiya Shetty, has chosen to step away from her acting career in Bollywood. In a heartfelt interview with Zoom, Suniel opened up about Athiya’s decision to quit films and embrace a new chapter in her life.
“She said, ‘Baba, I don’t want to,’ and she just left. And that’s what I salute her for — saying, ‘I’m not interested. I don’t want to do films,’” Suniel shared. “After Motichoor Chaknachoor, a lot came her way. But she chose not to pursue any of it. She’s comfortable, and she’s at peace.”
Athiya, who debuted in 2015 with Hero — backed by Salman Khan — acted in only three films, with her last release being Motichoor Chaknachoor opposite Nawazuddin Siddiqui in 2019. Despite her limited filmography, she carved out a niche as a fashion icon and brand ambassador.
Now, Athiya has shifted her focus entirely to her personal life. “Today, she’s got the best role of her life — that of a mother. And she’s loving it,” Suniel added, referring to her recent transition into motherhood.
Athiya married Indian cricketer KL Rahul in January 2023 in an intimate ceremony at the Shetty family’s Khandala farmhouse. While her fans may miss seeing her on the big screen, Athiya seems content with her new journey beyond the spotlight.
