After weeks of anticipation, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have finally revealed their baby boy’s name, delighting fans and celebrities alike.
In a joint Instagram collaboration post, the couple shared the first glimpse of their newborn son and announced his name as Vihaan Kaushal. The caption read: “Our Ray of Light ❤️ Vihaan Kaushal. विहान कौशल. Prayers are answered. Life is beautiful. Our world is changed in an instant. Gratitude beyond words.”
The post instantly went viral, with fans gushing over the photo and pouring in congratulatory messages.
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Meaning behind name
The name Vihaan is of Sanskrit origin and means “dawn” or “morning.” It is often interpreted as the beginning of a new era and is associated with sunrise, hope, positivity, and fresh beginnings.
Fans noted that the meaning perfectly reflects the joy and transformation the baby has brought into the couple’s lives.
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Katrina and Vicky confirmed their pregnancy in September 2025 with a heartwarming photo that quickly went viral. In November, they announced the arrival of their baby boy, though they chose to keep his name private at the time.
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Two months after his birth on November 7, 2025, the couple has now officially introduced Vihaan to the world.
Celebrities, fans shower love
As soon as the announcement was made, celebrities and fans flooded the comments section. Hrithik Roshan wrote, “God bless!! Welcome Vihaan. Amazing news! Congratulations and love.”
Parineeti Chopra commented, “Little buddy!” while Sonam Kapoor, who is currently pregnant with her second child, dropped hearts on the post.
Vicky Kaushal on becoming father
Vicky has been candid about his journey into fatherhood in recent interviews. Calling it the biggest moment of his life, he said becoming a father has been “the most grounding experience” he has ever had.
He also joked in an interview with NDTV that he is now “better at changing diapers than acting,” adding that leaving the city soon after his son’s birth was emotionally difficult.
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Katrina and Vicky’s love story famously began on Koffee With Karan, though they first met at an awards function. It was later at a party hosted by Zoya Akhtar that they truly connected.
The couple tied the knot in December 2021 in an intimate ceremony at Six Senses Fort Barwara in Rajasthan, attended only by close family and friends.
Work front updates
On the professional front, Vicky Kaushal is gearing up for Love & War, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, co-starring Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor.
Katrina Kaif was last seen in Merry Christmas and is expected to take a long maternity break. She is also slated to appear in Jee Le Zaraa alongside Alia Bhatt and Priyanka Chopra.
As Katrina and Vicky step into parenthood, fans continue to celebrate this new chapter in their lives. With Vihaan’s arrival, the couple’s “ray of light” has clearly brought renewed joy, love, and hope.
