In Pics | KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty’s love story

Cricketers and actors often move in the same circles and sometimes, love connections happen. Cricketer KL Rahul and actor Athiya Shetty are one couple who've grabbed headlines ever since they made their relationship 'insta-official'. On Rahul’s 30th birthday, we look back at their relationship timeline.

Cricketer KL Rahul and actor Athiya Shetty reportedly started dating in 2019 after they were set up by one of their common friends. Credit: Instagram/rahulkl

The couple grabbed attention in December 2019 with their first Insta post together. The couple had reportedly visited Thailand to ring in New Year 2020 along with their friends. Credit: Instagram/rahulkl

From birthday wishes to enjoying vacations together, the couple kept fans curious about their relationship. Credit: Instagram/rahulkl

The relationship buzz increased as more photos did the rounds on social media. Credit: Instagram/athiyashetty

The two of them, however, remained tight-lipped about their relationship. Credit: Instagram/rahulkl

Athiya then began accompanying Rahul on Team India’s overseas tours. Credit: Instagram/@anushkasharma

In 2021, Rahul and Athiya came together for an endorsement. The lovebirds were seen endorsing the luxury eyewear brand NUMI Paris. Credit: Instagram/rahulkl

Rahul made Athiya’s 29th birthday special by making their relationship 'insta-official'. Credit: Instagram/rahulkl

Since then, they have been sharing subtle hints about their relationship via adorable social media posts. Credit: Instagram/rahulkl

Here's a cute selfie of Rahul with Athiya. Credit: Instagram/athiyashetty

After making their relationship official, Rahul and Athiya made their first public appearance at the ‘Tadap’ screening in December 2021. They were seen walking hand in hand on the red carpet. Credit: Special Arrangement

Here's a photo of Rahul with Athiya and her family at the 'Tadap' movie screening in Mumbai. Credit: PTI Photo

Here's a still of Athiya and Rahul walking through a dense forest. Credit: Instagram/athiyashetty

Fans of the couple are now eager for them to tie the knot. Credit: Instagram/rahulkl