Actor Nitin Rao, celebrated for his performances in television series such as Mahakali – Anth Hi Aarambh Hai and Chandragupta Maurya, is embarking on a profoundly personal journey: fatherhood. Married to actress Gurpreet Kaur since December 2022, the couple welcomed their baby boy in January 2026. Rao describes this new chapter as transformative.
A Life-Changing Experience
"Becoming a father has been life-changing. It’s a very different and beautiful feeling," Nitin shares. "It has added more calmness in me. It grounds me, gives me more purpose, and adds a whole new level of motivation to everything I do." The shift has also deepened his emotional understanding of his own father. "Now I understand my father’s point of view more. He passed away three years back after COVID—I miss him even more now."
Welcoming Rudvansh Singh Rao
Speaking fondly about his son, Nitin says, "My baby is God’s soul. Now it’s like, whatever work needs to be done, do it quickly and go home to play with your son." The couple has named their son Rudvansh Singh Rao, blending both their surnames. "As my wife is a Sardarni, we used both surnames—it sounds more royal and powerful together," he adds with pride.
Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Nitin is gearing up for the upcoming films Ranger and Raaka. "My audience will definitely see me soon," he says, adding that he is currently being selective about his projects. "I want to be part of work that truly adds value to my journey."
Role Preferences
When it comes to the kind of roles he seeks, the actor is clear about his preferences. "I’m drawn to strong, layered characters—roles that have depth, substance, and leave a lasting impact. Whether it’s positive or negative doesn’t matter to me. I enjoy playing realistic characters more," he shares.
