Bollywood Actor Rajkummar Rao and his wife Patralekha have officially announced that they are expecting their first child. They have been together for over a decade and married since 2021. The star couple shared the joyful news with their fans through a post on social media.

The couple, on Wednesday posted a photo on Instagram featuring a cradle decorated with flowers and the words "Baby on the way." The caption to the post read, "Elated." The post carrying lots of emotion, quickly captured the attention of fans, followers, and fellow celebrities.

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Shortly after the post was shared, celebrities congratulated the couple. Director and Choreographer Farah Khan wrote,

"Finally the news is out! I was having a tough time keeping it to myself."

Other celebrities including Sonam Kapoor, Neha Dhupia, Kiara Advani, and Bhumi Pednekar also shared their warm wishes in the comments, expressing happiness and excitement for the couple.

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha have been one of Bollywood's most admired couples. Rajkummar Rao has spoken on several occasions about how important Patralekha is in his life. In one of the interviews, he has called her his biggest support system and had said, he feels lucky to have met her early in life.

Balancing Career and Personal Life

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Even as they prepare to welcome their first child, both Rajkummar and Patralekha continue to be active in their professional lives.

Rajkummar Rao, known for his versatile acting, will be next seen in the upcoming action thriller "Maalik." His recent performances in films like Srikanth and Monica, O My Darling have earned him critical acclaim and box office success.

Patralekha, meanwhile, was recently seen playing the role of Savitribai Phule in the biographical film Phule, which received positive reviews for its storytelling and her powerful performance. While she has taken on fewer projects in recent years, her work continues to reflect depth.

Who is Patralekha?

Patralekha is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi films and web series. She made her acting debut in 2014 with the film "City Lights," opposite Rajkummar Rao. She was born in Shillong, Meghalaya and comes from a Bengali family.

She studied at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). She had earlier appeared in television commercials before stepping into the film industry. Over the years, she has taken on roles that reflect strong, independent woman.

Some of her notable works include "Love Games" and web series like "Bose: Dead/ Alive," where she played the role of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's wife. Apart from her acting career, she is widely admired for her long-standing relationship with Rajkummar Rao.

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