Family Members Share Touching Tributes as Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora’s Son Turns 23
Arhaan Khan, the son of Bollywood actor-producer Arbaaz Khan and actress-model Malaika Arora, celebrated his 23rd birthday with an outpouring of love from his family on social media. His parents, despite their divorce, along with his stepmother Sshura Khan, took to Instagram to mark the special occasion with heartfelt posts.
Arbaaz Khan’s Emotional Birthday Tribute
Arbaaz Khan chose to commemorate his son’s milestone birthday by sharing a carefully curated carousel of photographs on Instagram that chronicled different chapters of Arhaan’s life. The collection of images painted a portrait of a well-rounded young man with diverse interests and strong family bonds.
The photo series included a nostalgic throwback of Arhaan as a young child, capturing the innocence of his early years. Other snapshots showcased his various passions and personality traits: one image showed him engrossed in reading a book, highlighting his intellectual side; another featured him enjoying the outdoors, demonstrating his appreciation for nature; there was a photo of him playing guitar, revealing his musical talents; and the collection also included a picture from Arbaaz’s wedding to Sshura Khan, showing Arhaan’s presence at this significant family event.
The emotional post also featured family photographs with Arbaaz’s mother and his brother, superstar Salman Khan, emphasizing the close-knit nature of the Khan family. Arbaaz accompanied the photos with a warm caption that read: “Happy birthday, my Arhaan. Wish you the very best in life always. Love you the moistest” – a playful twist on words that added a personal touch to his birthday message.
Malaika Arora’s Serene Birthday Post
Malaika Arora, Arhaan’s mother, opted for a more minimalist but equally touching approach to celebrate her son’s birthday. She shared a single, striking photograph on her Instagram account that captured a peaceful moment in Arhaan’s life.
The image showed Arhaan sitting on a yacht, dressed casually in a vest and shorts, gazing thoughtfully at the calm, azure waters stretching before him. The photograph conveyed a sense of tranquility and reflection, perfectly suited for marking the transition into another year of life.
Malaika kept her caption simple yet affectionate: “Happy birthday, my baby boy @iamarhaankhan #ak23,” using the hashtag to mark this particular birthday milestone. Despite Arhaan being 23 years old, her use of “baby boy” reflected the eternal parent-child bond that transcends age.
Aunt Amrita Arora’s Candid Wish
Adding to the family tributes, Arhaan’s aunt, actress Amrita Arora (Malaika’s sister), shared her own special birthday message. She posted a candid, intimate photograph that captured a casual family moment – both she and Arhaan were photographed sleeping on a couch together.
Her caption was filled with warmth and humor: “May we always lay on each other for whatever comes our way…happy birthday, my twin. Budhii loves you insanely.” The message reflected the close, comfortable relationship between aunt and nephew, with the nickname “Budhii” adding a personal, familial touch.
Stepmom Sshura Khan’s Fun-Filled Tribute
Sshura Khan, Arbaaz’s current wife and Arhaan’s stepmother, shared perhaps the most comprehensive birthday post, offering glimpses into Arhaan’s everyday life and personality. She compiled a collection of videos and photographs that showcased different facets of his character and interests.
The multimedia post included several engaging clips: one video showed Arhaan displaying his musical talent by playing the guitar while relaxing on a couch; another captured him performing the popular “Tauba Tauba” hook step, showing his fun-loving side; one clip featured a touching moment of Arhaan and Arbaaz praying together before sharing a meal, highlighting their spiritual connection; and another video showed Arhaan in the kitchen, preparing his own food and demonstrating his independence and culinary skills.
Sshura’s caption was particularly significant as it acknowledged Arhaan’s new role in the expanded family: “Happy Birthday Big Brother to Sipaara @iamarhaankhan #bestesthuman.” The message recognized Arhaan as the older brother to Sipaara, Arbaaz and Sshura’s daughter, and praised him as the “bestest human,” indicating the warm relationship that has developed between stepmother and stepson.
Family Background and Context
The birthday celebrations come against the backdrop of the Khan family’s evolution over recent years. Arhaan Khan was born in 2002 to Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora, during their marriage. The couple remained married for 19 years before deciding to separate in 2016, with their divorce being finalized in 2017.
Despite the end of their marriage, both Arbaaz and Malaika have maintained what appears to be an amicable co-parenting relationship, as evidenced by their individual but equally loving birthday tributes to their son.
In December 2023, Arbaaz Khan married Sshura Khan, a makeup artist by profession. The couple recently welcomed their daughter, Sipaara, in October of this year, making Arhaan an older brother and adding a new dimension to the family dynamic.
The birthday posts collectively demonstrate that despite the changes in family structure, Arhaan remains surrounded by love and support from all corners of his family – from his biological parents to his stepmother, aunt, and extended family members. The celebration showcased a modern, blended family navigating relationships with grace, affection, and mutual respect.
