Hiren Kotwani (MUMBAI MIRROR; December 28, 2019)

Aayush and Arpita Khan Sharma welcomed their second child, daughter Ayat, on Friday at a Khar hospital. The new mother had opted for a C-section on December 27, so it would coincide with elder brother Salman Khan’s 54th birthday.

Aayush, who began shooting for his second film, Kwatha, earlier this week, took a 10-day break to be by Arpita’s side. “I have a two-month outdoor shoot coming up, so I wanted to be at home before that”, says the actor, adding that he is better prepared to be a father after welcoming son Ahil three years ago.

The couple had arranged for a makeshift nursery for their second child as their Bandra home is undergoing renovations. “We’re making our home more baby-friendly and creating a bigger space for Ahil. There will be two new rooms for the kids, with separate sections for both,” informs the new father. Aayush goes on to add that Ahil was excited about the new arrival but also concerned. “Now, he’s being the protective elder brother and telling everyone that they need his permission to meet Ayat.”