Rajkummar Rao made his first public appearance since becoming a father, stepping onto the red carpet at an awards event on Monday. The actor attended the ceremony on behalf of his wife, Patralekhaa, who was honoured for her powerful performance in Phule.
Taking the stage to accept the award on her behalf, Rajkummar delivered a short, heartfelt speech that instantly won over the audience. And before leaving the venue, he charmingly added that he had to hurry home because “both my darlings are waiting for me.”
Rajkummar Praises Patralekhaa’s Craft: “She Has Killed It Every Time”
In a conversation with Free Press Journal, Rajkummar expressed deep admiration for his wife’s talent, thanking the jury for recognising her work.
He said Patralekhaa is “a wonderful actor” who hasn’t always received the opportunities she deserves—but whenever she has, she has delivered exceptional performances.
He highlighted her standout roles in Phule, IC814, CityLights, and several others, adding:
“And now, of course, I have to go to the hospital where both my darlings are waiting for me.”
A Baby Girl Arrives on Their Anniversary
Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa recently welcomed their first child—a baby girl—on November 15.
The couple shared the happy news in a joint statement, revealing the emotional significance of the date.
“We are over the moon. God has blessed us with a baby girl,” they wrote.
“The greatest blessing God has given us on our 4th wedding anniversary.”
The announcement was met with love and congratulations from fans and industry colleagues alike.
A Love Story Spanning Over a Decade
Rajkummar and Patralekhaa’s relationship remains one of Bollywood’s most adored love stories.
They first connected more than ten years ago, with Rajkummar admitting he knew she was “the one” the moment he saw her in an advertisement.
Their bond deepened while working together on CityLights in 2014, and after years of a strong and steady relationship, Rajkummar proposed in October 2021 in an intimate private moment. They married a month later in Chandigarh in a warm, close-knit ceremony.
Patralekhaa’s bridal look included a striking red sari with a Bengali verse embroidered on her veil, while Rajkummar wore an elegant ivory ensemble—together creating one of the most memorable celebrity weddings of the year.
Now, with the arrival of their baby girl, the couple begins an even more beautiful chapter.
