Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh Announce Expecting Second Child

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have announced they are expecting their second child, sharing the news on Instagram with a touching photo of their daughter Dua. The announcement has garnered warm wishes from numerous celebrities, including Priyanka Chopra and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. As the couple prepares to expand their family, they reflect on their journey since welcoming their first child in 2024. On the professional front, Ranveer's film Dhurandhar 2 has become a major box office success, while Deepika is set to star in exciting upcoming projects. Read on for more details about their joyful news and future endeavors.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 19, 2026, 11:52 IST

Exciting News from Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have thrilled their fans by revealing they are expecting their second child. The couple shared this joyful news on Instagram, showcasing a heartwarming image of their daughter Dua holding a positive pregnancy test. The announcement quickly gained traction online, receiving heartfelt congratulations from numerous celebrities, including Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Kiara Advani, and Priyanka Chopra. Fans and fellow stars alike flooded the comments with warm wishes for the couple. This delightful news adds another chapter to their family story, as they welcomed their first child in 2024.

Celebrity Reactions to the Pregnancy Announcement

Following the announcement, Priyanka Chopra, who starred alongside them in Bajirao Mastani, sent her best wishes adorned with heart emojis. Sobhita Dhulipala also expressed her congratulations in the comments. Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Kiara Advani were among the many celebrities who showered love on the couple. Samantha shared heart emojis, while Kiara sent an enthusiastic congratulatory message, complete with heart and evil eye emojis. Stylist Eka Lakhani conveyed her excitement and warm wishes to the family.

Deepika and Ranveer first became parents on September 8, 2024, when they welcomed their daughter Dua. The couple, who married in Italy in 2018 after a long courtship, revealed their daughter's name in November 2024. The name Dua, which means prayer, holds deep emotional significance for them, as they expressed in their announcement. With the news of their second child, they are now preparing to grow their family once more.

Upcoming Projects for Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh

On the professional front, Ranveer Singh is currently basking in the success of Dhurandhar 2, which continues to perform well at the box office weeks after its release. The film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, hit theaters worldwide on March 19, 2026, coinciding with the festive celebrations of Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Eid. While critics had mixed opinions, praising its performances and music but noting concerns about violence and nationalist themes, the film has proven to be a commercial hit, grossing over Rs 1,000 crore globally within its first week and surpassing Rs 1,700 crore overall, making it the third-highest-grossing Indian film ever.

Meanwhile, Deepika Padukone is set to star alongside Shah Rukh Khan in the film King, directed by Siddharth Anand. Additionally, she will feature with Allu Arjun in Atlee’s ambitious project Raaka, where she is expected to take on the role of a fierce warrior, marking a significant and action-oriented chapter in her career.