Why Dua, not Prarthana?: Ranveer & Deepika's baby name stirs controversy

On Diwali, Bollywood's power couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone delighted their fans by revealing the name of their daughter. The couple shared an adorable photo on their social media, announcing that they have named their little one Dua Padukone Singh.

“'Dua’: meaning a Prayer. Because she is the answer to our prayers,” the couple wrote on Instagram.

The announcement was met with widespread joy and congratulatory messages from their friends and followers. However, amid the outpouring of love, a section of the online community expressed their dissatisfaction with the name 'Dua.' Some netizens argued that ‘Prathana’ would have been an apt name for their daughter.

A user, Tarun Gautam, highlighted this issue and ever since then, social media is buzzing with this news. He also shared screenshots of the comments of people asking similar question on social media.

Many users lent their support to the couple and were puzzled by why others feel compelled to question someone else's choice of baby name.

The post continues to trigger a wave of comments questioning why the little girl was named ‘Dua’ instead of ‘Prarthana’. This difference of opinions has led to a lively debate on social media platforms, with numerous comments flooding in as users discuss the implications of naming a child and the societal expectations that often accompany such personal decisions.

As the debate continues, the couple is yet to respond to the varied reactions surrounding their daughter's name. For now, the power couple is enjoying parenthood, cherishing their little Dua, while the discussions and differing opinions swirl around them.