Celebrities Who Had Children with IVF: Inspiring Parenthood Journeys

Introduction

Infertility is a widespread reproductive health issue impacting millions of couples worldwide. Thanks to IVF and surrogacy, people who once struggled to conceive now have real hope. These technologies have changed the way we think about fertility and made assisted parenthood more widely accepted.

When celebrities speak about their IVF or surrogacy journeys, they give comfort to those walking the same path in silence. By speaking honestly, they show us that infertility is not a mark of weakness, but a chapter where love and science can guide the way to new beginnings.

What is IVF and Surrogacy?

In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) is a type of assisted reproductive technology where an egg is fertilised by sperm outside the body, literally “in a glass.” The fertilised egg, or embryo, is then transferred into the woman’s uterus to achieve pregnancy.

If you’re struggling with blocked tubes, low sperm count, or ovulation problems, IVF can give you a safe and hopeful way to become parents. And for those with genetic risks, embryos can be carefully screened before implantation.

Surrogacy is a process in which a woman carries a baby for someone else. Gestational surrogacy specifically uses IVF to create an embryo from the intended parents’ sperm and egg, and placing it in the surrogate female, meaning the surrogate has no biological connection to the child.

For couples unable to carry a child, or who have faced setbacks like age or miscarriage, IVF and surrogacy open a hopeful path toward parenthood. Celebrity examples show that this path to parenthood is both achievable and acceptable.

List of Indian Celebrities Who Had Children with IVF

Farah Khan and Shirish Kunder

Choreographer-turned-director Farah Khan and her husband Shirish Kunder were among the first Bollywood couples to publicly discuss their IVF journey. After years of struggling with natural conception, they welcomed triplets, Diva, Czar, and Anya, in 2008.

Farah Khan often describes IVF as a miracle. Becoming a mother at 43, she reassures women that choosing fertility treatments is normal and helps destigmatise late pregnancies in India.

Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao

Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao pursued IVF along with surrogacy after encountering pregnancy complications and experiencing a miscarriage. In 2011, they welcomed their son, Azad Rao Khan.

By calling surrogacy a “beautiful arrangement,” Aamir Khan encouraged openness about infertility. His transparency has contributed to normalising assisted reproduction in Indian society. Their public decision has encouraged other couples to approach fertility treatments without apprehension or stigma.

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan welcomed their third child, AbRam, in 2013, choosing surrogacy as the method to expand their family. Already parents to Aryan and Suhana, they chose surrogacy for medical reasons. Despite the initial media frenzy and speculation, Shah Rukh confirmed the news and expressed gratitude for the baby’s arrival.

Their choice to pursue surrogacy made a mark in Bollywood, bringing AbRam into the world and sparking discussions about love, choice, and the evolving definition of family.

Shah Rukh Khan has referred to AbRam as a “miracle” who revitalised their family, bringing renewed joy and energy into their home.

Lisa Ray

Actor, model, and cancer survivor Lisa Ray became a mother of twin daughters, Sufi and Soleil, through IVF in her 40s. After battling multiple myeloma (a form of cancer), Lisa’s health challenges made natural conception difficult.

Lisa has often opened up about how much emotional and physical strength IVF requires. She and her husband, Jason Dehni, went through several rounds before finally welcoming their twins in 2018. Calling the journey “exhausting yet magical,” she credits modern medicine for helping her become a mother.

Her story inspires women who fear that age or illness might stop them from becoming mothers.

Ekta Kapoor

Television and film producer Ekta Kapoor, one of India’s most influential media moguls, became a single mother in 2019 through IVF surrogacy. Her son, Ravie Kapoor, was born on January 27, 2019.

Ekta Kapoor has explained that she froze her eggs at 36 after receiving advice about age-related fertility decline. By becoming a mother as a single woman, she demonstrated that family can be based on love rather than marital status.

She credited her doctor for making her dream possible and encouraged other women to consider fertility preservation if they plan to have children later in life.

Tusshar Kapoor

Actor Tusshar Kapoor, Ekta Kapoor’s brother, was one of the first male celebrities in India to choose single fatherhood through IVF surrogacy. His son Laksshya Kapoor was born in 2016.

Tusshar Kapoor has discussed his long-standing desire to become a father and how surrogacy enabled him to achieve parenthood without being married. He stated that his decision was guided by love rather than societal expectations, helping to challenge traditional family norms and demonstrating the inclusivity of modern parenthood.

Tusshar Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor have actively promoted assisted parenthood, aiding its growing visibility and acceptance in Indian society.

Karan Johar

In 2017, filmmaker and talk show host Karan Johar became a father to twins Yash and Roohi through IVF surrogacy. Named after his parents (Yash and Hiroo Johar), the twins were born in February 2017.

By calling parenthood his “most beautiful role,” Karan Johar promotes acceptance of single fathers. In his novel “An Unsuitable Boy”, he credits surrogacy for enabling him to fulfil his dream of nurturing children.

His story inspired many single individuals to consider IVF and surrogacy as valid, fulfilling paths to parenthood.

Sunny Leone and Daniel Weber

Sunny Leone and Daniel Weber's 2017 adoption of Nisha Kaur Weber from Latur demonstrates the many paths to family.

Less than a year later, they welcomed twin boys, Asher and Noah, via surrogacy. Sunny has often said that her heart was always open to children, and destiny brought her three at once.

Krushna Abhishek and Kashmira Shah

Krushna Abhishek and his wife, Kashmira Shah, struggled with fertility for years before turning to surrogacy. In 2017, they became proud parents to twin boys, Ryan and Krishaang. Kashmira often encourages women not to wait in silence and to seek medical help sooner rather than later because hope and support can make all the difference.

Shreyas Talpade and Deepti Talpade

For 14 years, Shreyas Talpade and Deepti dreamed of becoming parents. Surrogacy finally made that dream a reality in 2018 with the arrival of their daughter. Shreyas openly acknowledged the role of medical innovation, proving that hope and persistence can lead to heartwarming outcomes.

Sohail Khan and Seema Khan

After ten years of marriage, Sohail and Seema Khan, now separated, used surrogacy to welcome their second child, Yohan, in 2011. Their first son, Nirvan, had already completed their family. Their choice revealed that surrogacy is an option for more than just infertility, and sharing their experience made fertility discussions at home easier.

Conclusion

Assisted reproductive technologies such as IVF and surrogacy have enabled countless individuals and couples to become parents. In India, the public openness of celebrities, including Farah Khan, Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Ekta Kapoor, and Karan Johar, has increased societal acceptance.

By sharing their experiences, these individuals have destigmatised infertility, encouraged discussion, and emphasised that love, rather than biology, defines family. Advances in reproductive technology continue to give hope to aspiring parents.