Bollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh marked this year’s Diwali in a heartfelt way by introducing the world to their daughter, Dua Padukone Singh. In a joint Instagram post, the couple shared snapshots from their family celebration, offering fans the first clear glimpse of baby Dua.

In the festive photographs, Deepika appears radiant in a red traditional suit with striking jewellery, while Ranveer complements her in an off‑white kurta paired with a matching coat and a neck ornament. Little Dua steals the frame, dressed to match her mother and flashing delightful smiles. The final slide captures a tender moment: Deepika and Dua performing the Diwali puja together, as Ranveer embraces both in the background. The caption reads: “दीपावली की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ.”

Celebrities and fans alike rushed to the comments to share their excitement. Actor Rajkummar Rao wrote: “So cute. God bless you guys.” Actress Ananya Panday posted: “Oh my god,” while Hansika Motwani simply wrote: “So cute.” Singer Shreya Ghoshal enthused: “God bless. Baby Dua is a perfect mix of mumma and papa. Happy Diwali to the beautiful family.” And actress Bipasha Basu commented: “Wow Dua like mini mamma. God bless Dua. Durga Durga.”

The couple had announced the arrival of their daughter on September 8, 2024, via a joint post: “Welcome baby girl. 8‑9‑2024. Deepika & Ranveer.” Last year during Diwali, they had introduced her name with the message: “Dua: meaning a prayer. Because she is the answer to our prayers. Our hearts are filled with love and gratitude.”

Deepika and Ranveer’s journey together began on the set of the 2013 film Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram‑Leela and after a secret engagement in 2015, they tied the knot on November 14, 2018 at Lake Como, Italy, blending Deepika’s Konkani roots with Ranveer’s Sindhi background in two dazzling ceremonies.

On the work front, Deepika was last seen in Singham Again and is also part of a sci‑fi venture by filmmaker Atlee opposite Allu Arjun (tentatively titled AA22 × A6), while she is also signed on for a project with Shah Rukh Khan titled King. Ranveer is gearing up for roles in Dhurandhar, and films by directors Aditya Dhar and Farhan Akhtar, including his upcoming turn in Don 3.

With baby Dua’s adorable debut and her already‑viral smile and tiny resting finger pose—the Diwali post has become a viral highlight and a tender new milestone for the couple as parents.