Shruti Haasan’s Kind Gesture Touches Hearts

Actress Shruti Haasan recently won hearts with a compassionate gesture after meeting a baby suffering from a rare genetic condition. The family of the baby, Aazhvi, shared pictures from the meeting on social media and expressed deep gratitude, calling the moment truly special.

Sharing their experience, the parents wrote, “They say you should never meet your heroes, but clearly they haven’t met @shrutzhaasan. I have always been someone who feels a lot but says very little, and today my heart is just overflowing. This meeting was a milestone.”

They further revealed how moved they were by Shruti Haasan’s warmth and humility. “What touched us the most was not just her presence, but her incredible kindness. Being invited into her private space was a rare gift, but the way she welcomed us felt like family. The way she was with Aazhvi — so sweet, patient, and genuinely warm — is something we will hold onto forever,” they shared.

The parents also recalled how their daughter’s face lit up during the interaction, especially when Shruti thoughtfully gifted her a big bag of biscuits. Calling the actor “the definition of down to earth,” they said they would remain forever grateful for her compassion. Shruti responded to the post with heart emojis.

The couple also opened up about their child’s medical journey. Aazhvi, born in 2023, was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder known as MSMD (Mendelian Susceptibility to Mycobacterial Diseases). They detailed the challenges their baby faced from just a few months old, eventually requiring a bone marrow transplant in 2025.

In an emotional note, the parents added, “They say when God can’t reach us, He sends someone. For us, that someone was Ms Shruti Haasan — truly godsent. She guided us to an incredible team of doctors, especially Dr Dharani and Dr Divya, and through them, we reached some of the best specialists across the country.”

Shruti Haasan’s thoughtful gesture and genuine empathy have drawn widespread praise, with many lauding the actor for her humanity beyond the spotlight.