Actor Ileana D’Cruz announced the arrival of her baby boy on Instagram over the weekend, along with a glimpse of her son and his name. Sharing a picture of her son, she wrote, “Introducing Koa Phoenix Dolan. Born on August 1, 2023. No words could explain how happy we are to welcome our darling boy to the world. Hearts beyond full.”
Fans and friends of the actress were quick to respond to the post. Nargis Fakhri wrote, “Omg congrats!!!!!! GOD BLESS!!!” She also added, “Leo boy.” Athiya Shetty, Huma Qureshi and Arjun Kapoor posted red heart, raised hands and hug face emojis. Maria Goretti commented, "A little cub, lots and lots of love." Sophie Choudry said, "Omg congratulations Ileana! So happy for you guys. God bless your lil boy.”
Ileana has remained tight-lipped about her personal life from the very beginning. However, she shared a picture of her boyfriend on Instagram recently. Posting a photo collage on her Stories, she wrote, “Date night.”
In June, Ileana held an Ask Me Anything session on Instagram and answered fans' questions. A person had asked, “What was your feeling when you heard the heartbeat of your baby for the first time?” She said, "One of the most beautiful moments I have ever experienced. I can't even describe how overwhelmed I was. There were tears and happiness and so much relief and joy. A massive surge of love for a tiny seed that was going to be a full-grown baby soon.”
A person had also asked her, "You worried you are gonna gain weight?" She responded, "Ok so this question would initially really trigger me. And I think it's because so many people comment on your weight when you're having a baby. It doesn't help when you go to your doctor checkups and they have to weigh you in every time so it's consistently on your mind. Let me just say I've loved how my body has changed these past few months.”
She added, "It's such a miraculous wondrous humbling journey. And yes I'm human and there are days I don't feel great. But I have an amazing support system and people that love me and remind me that I am making a literal little human inside me! So 'weight' does not matter. Don't go by what the 'ideal amount of weight gain' should be during your pregnancy. Stay as happy as you can. As healthy as you can. And listen to your body! Do what feels right to you (red heart emoji)."