Bollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have recently offered a glimpse into their family life, and fans are abuzz over the striking resemblance between their newborn daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, and her mother, Deepika. A recently surfaced "throwback" photo, purportedly of baby Deepika, has ignited a wave of comparisons, with many claiming Dua is a spitting image of her mother.
The image, which has been widely circulated on social media, shows a young Deepika with the same expressive eyes, button nose, and cherubic cheeks that fans are now seeing in baby Dua. The uncanny resemblance has led to an outpouring of comments and shares, with many using phrases like "mini-me" and "carbon copy" to describe the mother-daughter duo.
Deepika and Ranveer revealed their daughter's name in a heartwarming social media post, sharing a picture of the newborn and writing, "Dua Padukone Singh". The name itself has sparked considerable discussion, with some speculating whether it was inspired by pop star Dua Lipa. However, others have pointed out that "Dua" means "prayer" in Arabic, and the couple's caption, "Because she is the answer to our prayers," suggests a deeper, more personal meaning.
The couple's decision to include both parents' surnames in their daughter's name is also a departure from traditional patriarchal naming conventions in India. This move has been praised by many as a progressive step towards gender equality and a reflection of the couple's modern values. Ranveer had also mentioned his willingness to change his surname to Padukone.
The birth of Dua on September 8th at HN Reliance Hospital in Mumbai has been a joyous occasion for the family and their fans. The couple had announced their pregnancy earlier this year, and since then, fans have eagerly awaited updates. Deepika and Ranveer had an intimate wedding at Italy's Lake Como back in 2018.
In December 2024, the couple even personally introduced their daughter to the paparazzi in what has been described as a respectful way to maintain a healthy relationship with the media. This approach is similar to that of Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor, who initially requested the paparazzi to refrain from photographing their daughter Raha.
While Deepika is currently taking a break from her projects to focus on motherhood, Ranveer is managing his schedule to ensure he has quality time with his family. The couple is balancing their personal and professional commitments.
The "mini-me" comparisons highlight the powerful connection between mother and daughter, and fans are excited to see how Dua grows and develops, perhaps even following in her mother's footsteps in the world of Bollywood. For now, the focus remains on cherishing these early moments and celebrating the arrival of the newest member of the Padukone-Singh family.
