Renowned filmmaker Atlee and his wife, actress-producer Priya Mohan, announced the birth of their second child, a baby girl, on Monday, April 20, 2026. The couple shared the news via a coordinated social media post, expressing their gratitude as they transitioned into a family of four. The announcement comes during a high-profile period for the director, who is currently working on his highly anticipated action film, Raaka. Atlee and Priya Atlee Welcome Baby Girl! 'Raaka' Director and Wife Share Message, 'Feeling Blessed' (See Post).

Atlee, Priya Mohan, Become Proud Parents of a Baby Girl

The couple chose a creative way to reveal the newest addition to their family, posting an illustration featuring their firstborn son, Meer. The graphic included a sketch of Meer with the caption, "Yay! I've got a baby sister," and officially confirmed the birth date as April 20.

In their joint statement, Atlee and Priya wrote, "Feeling blessed. We, Priya and Atlee, are blessed with a baby girl." The news was immediately met with a wave of congratulations from the film industry, with celebrities such as Priyanka Chopra, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Kajal Aggarwal sharing their well-wishes online.

Atlee and Priya Mohan Announce the Arrival of Their Baby Girl

 

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The couple had previously announced the pregnancy in January 2026, sharing a family photoshoot that included their son and their several pet dogs.

Atlee and Priya Mohan Relationship Timeline

The journey of Atlee (born Arun Kumar) and Priya Mohan is a well-documented story of a long-term partnership that began years before they reached national fame.

Early Beginnings and Marriage: The pair were friends for several years and dated for roughly eight years before tying the knot. They officially married on November 9, 2014, in a ceremony attended by many stars from the South Indian film industry.

Professional Collaboration: While Atlee rose to prominence directing Tamil hits like Raja Rani and Mersal, Priya, a former actress known for her roles in Singam and Naan Mahan Alla, eventually shifted toward production. She now manages their production house, "A for Apple."

First Child: After eight years of marriage, the couple announced their first pregnancy in late 2022. Their son, Meer, was born on January 31, 2023.

Atlee, Priya Mohan and Their Son Meer

 

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Pan-India Success: Following Meer's birth, Atlee achieved massive commercial success with his Bollywood debut, Jawan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, which became one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.Present Day: With the arrival of their daughter, the couple celebrates a new personal milestone alongside their professional ones.

Atlee's Workfront

While celebrating his growing family, Atlee continues to maintain a busy professional schedule with some of the most ambitious projects in Indian cinema. He is currently directing Raaka, a high-budget pan-India sci-fi action thriller starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone. The film, produced by Sun Pictures, has already gained international attention for its collaboration with top-tier global VFX studios, including those behind major Hollywood franchises. Deepika Padukone To Shoot ‘Intense Action Sequence’ for Atlee-Allu Arjun’s ‘Raaka’ During Second Pregnancy – Reports.

The director’s slate also includes long-running reports of a potential collaboration with Salman Khan. While industry insiders suggest the project is in the developmental stages, Atlee has remained focused on completing Raaka, which is slated for a major theatrical release in 2027.

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