Deepika Padukone’s father, Prakash Padukone, and Ranveer Singh’s father, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, were in the spotlight as they represented their family at the grand Ambani Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. The joyous occasion in the Ambani household coincided with an intensely personal milestone for the elite Bollywood couple, who are on the verge of welcoming their first child.
L – Prakash Padukone and Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, R – Deepika and Ranveer (Pics/Yogen Shah)
The glittering event at Antilia, the Ambani family’s palatial residence, saw an array of high-profile attendees, among whom the Padukone and Bhavnani patriarchs stood out. News photographers captured the two grandfathers-to-be as they arrived together for the festivities, a poignant symbol of unity and joy amidst their family’s significant personal development.
Meanwhile, superstar actress Deepika Padukone was hospitalized on Saturday evening at H.N. Reliance Hospital in Mumbai to deliver her first child via a planned C-section. This coincided with Ganesh Chaturthi, a festival that holds deep cultural and religious significance for many in India. The occasion brings an added sheen to what is already a monumentally joyous period for the Padukone-Singh family.
Deepika and Ranveer’s preparation for their newborn involved detailed planning, culminating in their arrival at the hospital. They were joined by Ranveer’s mother and sister, reflecting a close-knit family milieu. While the immediate family surrounded Deepika, anticipating her delivery, the two fathers showcased their presence at a public event that symbolizes prosperity and new beginnings.
This year is particularly special for the Ambani family as well; it’s the first Ganesh Chaturthi that Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant celebrate as a married couple. Maintaining their tradition of grand celebrations, the Ambanis hosted an extensive pooja, punctuated by elaborate rituals and a large gathering of friends and family. The convergence of Deepika’s impending motherhood with the Ambani festivities created a shared atmosphere of anticipation and joy, amplified by the A-list luminaries in attendance.
Deepika Padukone’s pre-delivery phase included a spiritual visit to Mumbai’s famed Siddhivinayak Temple, a common practice among expectant celebrity mothers seeking divine blessings for their childbirth. She attended the temple with her family, dressed in a magnificent teal Benarasi saree, gracefully leading the way, while Ranveer followed in a classic beige kurta set.
. This public display of devotion added another layer of solemnity to her current life chapter.
In the limelight for their careers and public personas, Deepika and Ranveer have remained relatable and humble. The couple tied the knot in November 2018 in a deeply intimate ceremony at Lake Como, Italy. Their wedding, marked by breathtaking views and exclusive guest lists, was later shared with fans through intimate Instagram posts. Nearly five years later, fans got an even closer look into their wedding when a special video was revealed on the popular show “Koffee With Karan.”
Career-wise, Deepika and Ranveer continue to capture the public’s imagination, not just through personal milestones but through their professional pursuits. Both stars will soon share screen space in Rohit Shetty’s anticipated directorial venture, “Singham Again.” While Deepika makes a fresh entry into Shetty’s cinematic cop universe, Ranveer reprises his role in a cameo as the spirited character Simmba. This ongoing professional collaboration underscores their successful balance of personal and professional dynamics.
For now, all eyes are on the family’s growing joy. As Deepika and Ranveer anticipate their first child, their parents’ public appearance at the Ambani Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations adds layers of meaning and celebration. The shared events between the families signal the multicultural amalgamation that characterizes modern Indian society, where traditional festivals evolve into a stage for personal milestones and familial bonds.
As the actress remains admitted at the H.N. Reliance Hospital, the entire Bollywood community and fans are on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the announcement of the newest member of the Padukone-Singh family. Whether under the clinical lights of a hospital room or the glittering luminance of a high-profile celebration, this Ganesh Chaturthi doesn’t merely signify religious observance; it marks the dawn of a new chapter in the lives of two beloved Indian film stars.
