Friendship Day 2023: Bollywood stars and their adorable furry friends

Friendship Day 2023: Catch a glimpse of some of your favourite actors and actresses with their cute, friendly furry friends. From Alia Bhatt and her cat to Kartik Aaryan and his dog, here is a never-seen-before, heartwarming side of B-Town's biggest celebrities. Here are some of the most loving pet parents in the industry who will be celebrating the purest form of friendship, paw in hand!

Updated On: 2023-08-03 08:43 PM IST

Compiled by : Dia Daryanani

Alia Bhatt and her cat (left) and Kartik Aaryan and his dog (right)

Priyanka and Nick Jonas are devoted pet parents to three adorable dogs: Diana, Panda, and Gino. The couple's deep affection for their furry companions is evident in the delightful snapshots they frequently post on their Instagram feed. Diana, the sweet canine in this picture, even has her own Instagram account and is full of personality. 

By taking a brief look at Twinkle Khanna's Instagram feed, it becomes evident that she has a deep affection for dogs. The former actress, now an accomplished author, frequently delights her followers with photographs and videos of her charming pet dogs. Twinkle's posts about her beagle, Alex, are hilarious and relatable for all pet-owners. 

Suniel Shetty, along with his wife Mana and their children Athiya and Ahan, frequently shares delightful moments with their dogs on social media. The adorable canines appear to thoroughly enjoy the vast, open grassy spaces where the family spends quality time together. 

Varun Dhawan's love for dogs, especially his adorable pet beagle Joey, knows no bounds. He often gushes about Joey and shares heartwarming glimpses of their bond on his Instagram, showing the world what a loving and devoted pet parent he is. Their friendship is truly a sight to behold, melting the hearts of his fans and animal lovers alike.

Actress Sunny Leone adores dogs, with a special affection for her own beloved companions, Lilu and Chopper. In this picture, we can see Sunny soaking in all of Lilu's love. Much like this, her Instagram feed is filled with heartwarming posts and fond anecdotes about her furry friends, showcasing the depth of her love and bond with them. 

Actor Sonakshi Sinha delighted her fans with an endearing photo, expressing her affection for her furry companion, Gabru. The pictures she posts epitomise her genuine love for her pets, showcasing her devotion to her four-legged friend. In this light-hearted picture, it is clear that Sonakshi enjoys posing and having fun with her majestic dog. 

Sidharth Malhotra took to social media to write a heartfelt tribute for his dog, Oscar, who passed away in February last year. Alongside a collection of pictures capturing their moments together throughout the years, Sidharth expressed the deep connection they shared and fondly reminisced about their bond.

Besides sharing stunning portraits and candid snapshots of herself, Shraddha Kapoor's Instagram feed is brimming with charming images and videos featuring her beloved companion, Shyloh. Their bond is the epitome of true best friend goals. Whenever she's not occupied with work or filming, the actress frequently treats her followers to delightful pictures with her furry companion.

Kriti Sanon never fails to stun fans with her "paw-fect" posts through her social media. She often shares how her days begin in the joyful company of her three furry friends on her balcony. In this picture, Kriti's beloved dog Disco enjoys snuggles from his gorgeous dog-mom. 

Actor Randeep Hooda posted a heartwarming photo on Instagram featuring his pet dog participating in a puja ritual. The picture was truly special as it showed his furry companion joining him in the spiritual moment. Along with the photo, Randeep Hooda shared a caption that read: "Sanskari dog alert! #Bambi #MondayMotivation #DogsOfInstagram #adoptdontshop."

Alongside her sister Shaheen, actress Alia Bhatt is the proud owner of two cats, Sheeba and Pikka. On her 24th birthday, Alia added to their furry family by bringing home a third kitten, whom she named Edward Bhatt. In this picture, we can see the two share an adorable bond and the love in cat-mom Alia's eyes for Edward. 

Kartik Aaryan's beloved dog, Katori, holds a cherished place in his heart, treated like a sibling by his caring mother and adored endlessly by the actor himself. Even when away on shoots, Kartik can't resist sharing sweet posts of Katori, keeping the bond alive across distances.

John Abraham and his wife Priya Runchal share a deep passion for dogs and take pride in being the loving parents of two gorgeous canines named Sia and Bailey. Frequently seen enjoying quality moments with their furry companions, the couple wholeheartedly cares for their pets.

Kalki Koechlin posted a photo featuring her dear pet Kiara, who has become a cherished companion during the actress's pregnancy. In the picture, Kalki sits gracefully on a chair, proudly displaying her baby bump, with Kiara sitting affectionately by her side.

Imran Khan's love for animals is well-known, as evident from his past ownership of approximately 12 pets at his Pali Hill residence. In this picture, we can see Imran enjoying a lazy afternoon with his cute kitten who he has named Sigmund. 

Jacqueline Fernandez is the proud owner of a fluffy Persian cat named Miu Miu, and she frequently shares photos of herself with her beloved feline companion on social media. Jacqueline has also incorporated Miu Miu in some of her commercial shoots and truly dotes over her pet. 

In addition to being an outstanding dancer and a remarkable fashion icon, the stunning Disha Patani takes pride in being the loving owner of five furry companions — two cats and three dogs. Among this furry family, the most recent addition is Chi Chi, who Disha is seen having fun with in this picture. 

Bipasha Basu and her husband, Karan Singh Grover, lost their pet dog, Poshto, back in 2017. The gorgeous couple saw their miniature canine as a family member and had nothing but love for him. Bipasha and Karan, who were blessed with a baby girl last December, were clearly loving parents from before her arrival.

Upon the passing of his dog in 2018, Arjun Rampal took to Instagram to announce the passing of his beloved pet dog, Gangsta. The actor posted a heartfelt picture of himself with his cherished 'best friend' in memory of their special bond.

In 2020, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli faced the loss of their pet dog, Bruno, which they shared with their followers on social media. Anushka uploaded an Instagram picture capturing her, Virat, and their beloved pooch, striking a pose, commemorating the cherished memories they had together.

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