Filmmaker Aditya Dhar has shared a heartfelt congratulatory message for actors Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif following the announcement of their son’s name, Vihaan Kaushal. The response from the Uri: The Surgical Strike director comes amid widespread fan discussion linking the name to Vicky’s acclaimed on-screen role in the 2019 military action film.

Aditya Dhar REACTS to Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif naming their son Vihaan; calls it a “full circle” moment

Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif recently revealed the name of their firstborn, born on November 7, 2025, in a joint social media post featuring a tender image of their newborn’s tiny hand being held by both parents. In their caption, the couple described their child as “Our ray of light” and expressed gratitude, saying, “Prayers are answered. Life is beautiful. Our world is changed in an instant. Gratitude beyond words.”

Soon after the announcement, social media users noted a coincidence between the baby’s name, Vihaan, and Vicky’s celebrated portrayal of Major Vihaan Singh Shergill in Uri: The Surgical Strike, a role that helped elevate his career and earned significant acclaim.

Reacting to this connection, Dhar took to the comments section of the couple’s post with a message that blended humour and warmth. “@vicky @katrina huge congratulations!! Mere Vikkuuu, from bringing Major Vihaan Shergill to life on screen to now holding little Vihaan in your arms, life really has come full circle,” he wrote. Dhar also offered his best wishes for the new chapter in the couple’s life, adding, “All my love and blessings to the three of you. You’re both going to be extraordinary parents.”

Aditya Dhar and Vicky Kaushal have maintained a professional and personal rapport since Uri, with Dhar launching Kaushal into one of his breakthrough roles. The connection between the film — which recounts the Indian Army’s 2016 surgical strikes — and the naming of Vicky and Katrina’s son has resonated with many fans who took to social media to share their own reflections on the coincidence.

The couple’s announcement has drawn widespread attention, with fans and industry peers alike joining in congratulating the new parents.

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