Kamal Ghorui
Actor Deepika Padukone brought joy to her fans on Sunday by announcing that she is expecting her second child. Sharing the news on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, Deepika and her husband Ranveer Singh posted a joint update on Instagram, revealing they are gearing up to expand their family once again.Even as she embraces this new phase in her personal life, Deepika shows no signs of stepping away from her professional commitments. The actor, who has two high-profile projects lined up, continues to stay actively involved in her work. She has recently started filming Raaka, a pan-India action venture directed by Atlee and starring Allu Arjun. The film’s title and first look were unveiled earlier this month on the star’s birthday. Alongside this, she is also completing pending portions of King, headlined by Shah Rukh Khan.Insiders suggest that Deepika is keen on managing both her pregnancy and her work schedule efficiently. Hindustan Times quoted a source saying, “During her pregnancy, Deepika Padukone is shooting intense action sequences for Raaka.” While filming continues, the teams are reportedly taking all necessary precautions. With both projects operating on strict timelines and confirmed release plans, she remains committed to staying on track. “She will continue to shoot for the film throughout her pregnancy,” the source added.The announcement itself was particularly touching, featuring the couple’s daughter Dua holding a positive pregnancy test. The heartfelt reveal quickly drew warm reactions across social media.Several celebrities, including Parineeti Chopra and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, responded in the comments, while Priyanka Chopra also extended her congratulations. Fans, too, flooded the post with messages celebrating the couple’s joyful news.
