Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao stepped out for his first public appearance since embracing fatherhood, attending an award ceremony on Monday where he proudly represented his wife, Patralekhaa. The new father accepted the honor on behalf of his wife, who was recognized for her acclaimed performance in the film 'Phule'.
Heartwarming Speech and Quick Exit
Taking the stage to collect the award, Rao expressed genuine gratitude toward the creators of 'Phule' and delivered a brief but charming speech that captivated everyone present. Before making his departure, the actor smiled and mentioned he needed to hurry back home because "both his darlings" were waiting for him - a sweet reference to his wife and their newborn daughter.
Praising Patralekhaa's Talent
In conversation with Free Press Journal, Rajkummar sincerely thanked the jury for acknowledging Patralekhaa's abilities. "I believe she is such a wonderful actor," he stated, adding that while she hasn't received numerous opportunities, she has consistently delivered exceptional performances whenever given the chance. He specifically highlighted her work in 'Phule', 'IC814', 'Citylights', and other projects.
Concluding his interview, the actor reaffirmed his earlier statement, saying, "And now, of course, I have to go to the hospital where both my darlings are waiting for me."
Welcoming Their Baby Girl
The couple recently entered parenthood, welcoming their baby girl on November 15, which coincidentally marked their fourth wedding anniversary. They shared their joyful news through a joint statement, expressing their overwhelming happiness.
"We are over the moon. God has blessed us with a baby girl," they announced, describing the arrival as "the greatest blessing God has given us on our 4th wedding anniversary."
A Decade-Long Bollywood Love Story
Rajkummar and Patralekhaa represent one of Bollywood's most enduring love stories, with a relationship spanning over ten years. Rajkummar has previously revealed that he knew she was "the one" upon first seeing her in a commercial.
Their connection strengthened while working together on the 2014 film 'CityLights'. The actor proposed during an intimate ceremony in October 2021, and they married the following month in Chandigarh surrounded by close friends and family. Patralekhaa looked stunning in a red sari featuring a Bengali verse on her veil, while Rajkummar appeared elegant in ivory attire.
Now, as new parents, the couple begins the next beautiful chapter of their remarkable journey together.
