In the world of celebrity gossip and eagle-eyed fandoms, nothing escapes unnoticed—especially when it involves Bollywood royalty. This time, Alia Bhatt has become the center of attention once again, but not for a film announcement or a red-carpet appearance. Rather, internet sleuths believe they’ve uncovered a big personal update: Alia Bhatt may have officially changed her surname to Kapoor following her marriage to actor Ranbir Kapoor. And Reddit, as always, is leading the charge in piecing together the clues.
It all started when a Reddit user shared a screenshot from the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival website. In the list of winners, Alia was reportedly mentioned as “Alia Bhatt Kapoor”—something that sparked a flurry of discussion among fans and followers. While the actress has never publicly declared a name change, this new reference has many convinced that she may have made it official on paper.
The speculation gained traction swiftly, with fans dissecting past interviews and public appearances. Some pointed out that Alia had always expressed a deep sense of admiration for the Kapoor family and even called marrying Ranbir her “dream come true.” Others recalled how, during several public events post-marriage, the couple has been introduced together as “Mr. and Mrs. Kapoor,” even though Alia continued using “Bhatt” professionally.
Still, no confirmation has come from Alia herself or her team regarding the legal name change. It’s worth noting that many actresses in Bollywood—including Kareena Kapoor Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan—have legally adopted their husbands’ surnames after marriage while retaining their maiden names for professional work. So, if the reports are true, Alia might be following the same path.
Fans are now wondering if this change will be reflected in future credits for her upcoming films or in official award nominations. For now, her social media accounts and public appearances continue to bear the name “Alia Bhatt,” leaving the question open to interpretation.
Whether it’s a simple clerical update or a meaningful shift in identity, one thing is clear—Alia’s subtle life choices continue to spark curiosity and admiration. As the conversation heats up online, many are waiting to see if the actress will address the speculation or let the mystery add to her growing aura of stardom.
Until then, it seems Reddit has once again ignited a buzzing debate—did Alia Bhatt quietly become Alia Kapoor?
