FIRST LOOK: Deepika, Ranveer spotted with newborn daughter in Mumbai | The Express Tribune

Bollywood couples Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have been seen in the public with their newborn daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, for the first time, sparking a wave of adoration across social media.

The couple, known for their privacy, were photographed at Mumbai Airport, where Deepika was lovingly carrying her daughter while Ranveer accompanied them.

In the video, Deepika wore a white and beige outfit, cradling Dua close to her chest, while Ranveer sported a pink hoodie.

The heartwarming moment quickly became viral, with fans expressing love and blessings for the family.

Fans had eagerly awaited a glimpse of the couple’s daughter, and this first appearance has delighted them.

Social media is now filled with images and videos of the family’s appearance, with fans sharing their excitement and well-wishes for Deepika and Ranveer's new journey as parents.

The couple revealed their daughter’s name, Dua, in a Diwali post, captioning her photo with, “Dua Padukone Singh – ‘Dua’ because she is the answer to our prayers. Our hearts are full of love and gratitude.”

Ranveer had also joked at a recent trailer launch for his film Singham Again that Dua would make an on-screen appearance, playfully calling her “Baby Singham” in reference to the character's legacy.

The actor and Deepika met on the set of Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela in 2013 and married in Italy in 2018 after dating for several years.

Deepika, Ranveer face backlash for naming daughter 'Dua'

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have faced a storm of criticism after naming their newborn daughter “Dua,” an Arabic word meaning “prayer.”

The couple introduced their daughter on Diwali, one of Hinduism’s most auspicious festivals, posting a photo of her feet with the caption, “‘Dua’: meaning a prayer. Because she is the answer to our prayers.”

While fans celebrated the news, backlash erupted on social media, with some questioning why the couple, both of whom are Hindu, opted for an Arabic name. Critics suggested names with similar meanings from Hindu traditions, such as “Prarthana,” a Sanskrit term also meaning “prayer.”

Comments across social media reflected a broader discontent, with one user remarking, “Why not a Hindi name instead of an Urdu one?” Another referenced the couple’s Hindu roots, adding, “As Sanatanis, they should have chosen a name from their own culture.”

Padukone and Singh, known for their respectful approach to cultural traditions, hosted both Hindu and Sikh ceremonies at their wedding to honour their respective backgrounds.

Despite this, the couple’s choice of an Arabic name has drawn scrutiny in an increasingly polarised India, where incidents of religious intolerance have risen in recent years.

The debate highlights a broader pattern of rising anti-Muslim sentiment and religious polarisation in India.

Amnesty International reports have highlighted discrimination against Muslims in India, with incidents involving the demolition of homes and Businesses of minority groups, fuelling concerns over the Modi administration’s handling of religious minorities.

Supporters of Padukone and Singh called the backlash unfounded, with many arguing that parents should be free to choose names regardless of their cultural origin.