22 May,2026 07:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Karishma Tanna baby shower. Pic via screenshots
Actress Karishma Tanna, who is soon to embrace parenthood with husband Varun Bangera, took to Instagram on Friday, May 22, to share a video giving glimpses of her traditional godh bharai (baby shower) ceremony. She revealed it was the couple's "very first South Indian style godh bharai'
Sharing the video, she wrote, "Still soaking in the love, blessings, and emotions from our very first South Indian style Godh Bharai together. Witnessing the beautiful Tulu rituals, sacred traditions, mantras, flowers, sarees, and every little custom so closely felt truly magical... almost like living a dream we had only imagined."
Sharing details on what the day looked like, she added, "From the poojas and family blessings to the warmth and love in every ritual, the entire day felt so pure, emotional, and deeply special for both of us and our little baby. A dream come true in the most beautiful, traditional way."
Karishma concluded, "Our hearts are full. Feeling deeply grateful, protected, pampered, and surrounded by love as we step into this beautiful new chapter together."
This private and intimate affair showed the couple enjoying the Indian culture and traditions with their close family members. The flower decorations, the traditions, and the happy faces lit up the ceremony.
Karishma and Varun tied the knot in the month of February, 2022. The duo surprised fans with the news about the arrival of their baby in April 2026. They shared the news by posting adorable photos on social media, wearing "MOM" and "DAD" caps, respectively. They also shared that their baby is expected to arrive in the month of August, 2026.
The caption read, "A little Miracle, Our greatest gift, August 2026."
Recently, the actress also shared a video of herself working out in the gym while flaunting her baby bump. In the Instagram post, she was seen doing an inclined chest workout with a set of heavy dumbbells, while her baby bump is visible from the outfit. She them completed the workout with some deadlifts. In the caption, Karishma wrote: "Common preggos!!! Let's work out!! I missed posting my gym videos ?? Did you too ??"