Acclaimed actress Richa Chadha, who recently garnered widespread praise for her performance in “Heeramandi,” is now preparing for a new chapter in her life. The actress is expecting her first child with husband Ali Fazal, with the baby due in August. On Tuesday, Richa delighted her fans by sharing a pregnancy photoshoot on social media, accompanied by a heartfelt note. Notably, she turned off the comments section on the post.

In her Instagram post, Richa expressed her deep emotions and gratitude. She wrote, “What can a love so pure bring forth into the world, but a beam of light? Thank you for being my partner on this incredible journey Ali Fazal, through this lifetime and many more, through starlights and galaxies… thank you for getting genius Rid Burman to shoot us in our natural habitat. May we bring forth a warrior of light, a child of compassion, empathy, healing, and above all love. Ameen!”

She also explained her decision to disable comments, adding, “Comments are off because this is the most private thing I have posted.”

Just days before this announcement, Richa and Ali entertained their followers with a playful reel that showcased a crossover between their characters from “Fukrey” and “Mirzapur.”

On the professional front, Richa was last seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Heeramandi,” a performance that has been highly applauded. Ali Fazal, meanwhile, continues to captivate audiences with his role in the third season of the popular series “Mirzapur.”

As Richa and Ali prepare to welcome their first child, fans and well-wishers are eagerly anticipating more updates from the couple, who have become beloved figures both on and off the screen. This new phase in their lives marks a significant milestone, promising joy and new beginnings for the talented duo.