In a recent interview, Suniel Shetty, the father-in-law of KL Rahul, opens up about the controversial IPL 2024 exchange between Rahul and Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka. Shetty reveals that while the incident never affected Rahul publicly, it did leave an emotional impact on him. 'Of course, it hurt him,' Shetty admits, emphasizing the public scrutiny and opinions that followed. 'Rahul never spoke about it,' he adds, highlighting the family's decision to keep the matter private. 'Maybe, Sanjeev ji was going through something in his life at that period, and that's how we saw it.'
Shetty also discusses his own connection to Rahul's cricket journey, explaining that he avoids watching Rahul's matches live due to anxiety. 'The biggest high for me is Rahul representing the country itself,' he says. 'If he is captain, vice captain, or leading from the front, responsible for India's victory, that's a big high for us automatically.'
The interview also touches on Shetty's relationship with Rahul's wife, Athiya Shetty, and their decision to keep their family life private. 'KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty met through common friends around 2019 and kept their relationship away from the spotlight before tying the knot in 2023,' Shetty reveals. 'In 2025, the couple welcomed their daughter, Evaarah, and have since shared glimpses of their quiet family moments, staying true to their private nature.'
But here's where it gets controversial... Shetty's views on Rahul's performance and his own role as a supportive family member have sparked debate. Some argue that his public silence on the matter is a sign of respect for Rahul's privacy, while others question whether he should have spoken out more. And this is the part most people miss... The interview also raises questions about the balance between public scrutiny and personal boundaries, inviting readers to share their thoughts in the comments.
