Bollywood’s beloved power couple, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, have stepped into a new chapter of their lives as they welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on Sunday. The couple took to social media to share the joyous news with their millions of fans, posting a heartfelt announcement note that read, “Welcome baby girl 8/9/2024.” The heartwarming message was met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from both fans and their Bollywood peers.

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The new parents’ journey leading up to this moment has been filled with excitement and anticipation. Deepika was admitted to Mumbai’s H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital on Saturday evening in preparation for the birth. The couple, along with their families, were spotted arriving at the hospital, beaming with happiness as they prepared to welcome their little one into the world.

In a show of their faith and tradition, Deepika and Ranveer were also seen visiting Mumbai’s iconic Siddhivinayak Temple just a day before the delivery. The couple sought blessings from Lord Ganesha, and Ranveer was seen protectively escorting Deepika through the crowd that had gathered to witness the much-loved stars.

To mark this special occasion, Deepika and Ranveer shared a series of black-and-white photos on social media, capturing the pure joy and excitement of becoming parents. In the photos, Deepika proudly flaunted her baby bump, while Ranveer could be seen smiling from ear to ear, clearly over the moon with happiness.

The couple, who tied the knot in a beautiful, intimate ceremony at Lake Como, Italy, in 2018, have been one of Bollywood’s most admired and adored pairs. Their latest milestone has only added to their fans’ affection, as they now embark on the wonderful journey of parenthood.