Actor Sonam Kapoor and entrepreneur Anand Ahuja on May 10, 2026, delighted fans with a heartfelt social media announcement revealing the name of their second child. The couple, who welcomed their baby boy on March 29 this year, have named him Rudralok Kapoor Ahuja.

Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja reveal their second son’s name as Rudralok Kapoor Ahuja; explain its divine connection to Vayu

Sharing an emotional note on Instagram, the couple explained the deep spiritual and Vedic significance behind the name and how it beautifully connects with the name of their first son, Vayu. “In the spirit of the divine force that has once again transformed our lives. Born on the sacred day of Ekadashi, under Vishnu’s grace, our second son feels like a sign, a karmic alignment, a divine pairing with his brother, and a blessing we deeply honour. With love and gratitude, we welcome Rudralokh Kapoor Ahuja 🕉”

The actress further elaborated on the meaning of the name in a detailed note that resonated with fans and followers online. “In the Vedas, Rudra (रुद्र), from the root rud, “to roar,” is the mightiest of the mighty. The one who eradicates suffering at its source, the divine force behind storms, breath, healing, and renewal. He is deeply connected to Vayu, the prana that moves through all beings. Our firstborn carries the name of Vishnu, the sustainer of life. With Rudra, a sacred continuity emerges. Breath and power. Preservation and transformation. One strengthening the other.

Like his name, may Rudra grow to be fearless, compassionate, deeply aware, and a force of strength and light.” They concluded the post signing off saying, “With gratitude for your love and blessings, Sonam, Anand, Vayu, and Rudra”.

Soon after the post went live, several celebrities and close family members flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages and love. Among those reacting to the announcement were Alia Bhatt, Bipasha Basu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Huma Qureshi, Karan Johar, Zoya Akhtar, Parineeti Chopra, Kajol, Arjun Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, Maheep Kapoor and Sanjay Kapoor and many others.

Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja recently celebrated eight years of marriage. The couple tied the knot on May 8, 2018 after dating for nearly two years. They tied the knot in a grand traditional Anand Karaj ceremony held in Mumbai, followed by a star-studded reception attended by several members of the film industry. They later embraced parenthood with the birth of their first son, Vayu, in August 2022.

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