Bollywood’s favorite power couple, Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa, have delighted fans by sharing the first glimpse and the name of their newborn daughter. After welcoming their little one on November 15, 2025—coinciding with their fourth wedding anniversary—the couple officially introduced her as Parvati Paul Rao on January 18, 2026.
The Heartfelt Reveal
The couple shared a tender black-and-white photograph on Instagram featuring the baby’s tiny fingers wrapped around theirs. The post was captioned:
“With folded hands and full hearts, we introduce our greatest blessing: Parvati Paul Rao.”
The name carries deep personal and cultural significance:
- Parvati: A traditional name symbolizing strength, grace, and devotion.
- Paul & Rao: A beautiful blend of both Patralekhaa’s and Rajkummar’s family names, honoring their respective lineages.
A Love Story Decades in the Making
The arrival of Parvati is the latest chapter in a romance that began over ten years ago:
- First Meeting: Rajkummar first saw Patralekhaa in an advertisement and told his friends he would marry her one day.
- CityLights (2014): Their bond solidified while working together on this critically acclaimed film.
- Wedding: After 11 years of dating, they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Chandigarh on November 15, 2021.
Upcoming Projects: 2026 and Beyond
While embracing parenthood, Rajkummar Rao has a packed professional slate for the year:
| Project | Details |
| Toaster | A quirky comedy co-starring Sanya Malhotra, marking Rajkummar and Patralekhaa’s debut as producers under their banner KAMPA Films. Releasing on Netflix. |
| Nikam | A biopic on celebrated public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, directed by Avinash Arun. Shooting wrapped in late 2025; slated for a 2026 release. |
| Sourav Ganguly Biopic | Rajkummar is set to portray the legendary cricketer “Dada.” Filming is scheduled to commence in early 2026. |
| Stree 3 | Following the historic success of Stree 2, the third installment is already in development for a 2027 release. |