The power couple introduces “Vihaan Kaushal” to the world, sparking nostalgia for Vicky’s National Award-winning role in Uri: The Surgical Strike.
Two months after the arrival of their first child, Bollywood superstars Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif have finally shared the first glimpse of their son and revealed his name: Vihaan Kaushal.
In a joint Instagram post shared on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, the couple posted a tender image of their hands cradling their newborn’s tiny hand. The announcement, captioned “Our ray of light, Vihaan Kaushal. Prayers are answered. Life is beautiful,” immediately sent social media into a frenzy—not just for the adorable reveal, but for the name’s striking connection to Vicky’s cinematic history.
The ‘Uri’ Connection: A Full Circle Moment
Fans were quick to point out that Vihaan was the name of Vicky’s iconic character, Major Vihaan Singh Shergill, in the 2019 blockbuster Uri: The Surgical Strike. The role earned Vicky his first National Film Award for Best Actor and cemented his status as a leading man.
The coincidence didn’t escape the film’s director, Aditya Dhar, who is currently basking in the success of his latest hit, Dhurandhar. Reacting to the post, Dhar wrote:
“@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. All my love and blessings to the three of you.”
Meaning and Symbolism
While the Uri connection is a delightful bonus for fans, the name Vihaan carries its own beautiful meaning:
- Origin: Sanskrit
- Meaning: “Dawn,” “Sunrise,” or “The beginning of a new era.”
- The Message: The couple referred to him as their “ray of light,” perfectly aligning with the name’s linguistic roots.
A Journey of Joy
Vicky (37) and Katrina (42) have kept their journey into parenthood relatively private until now.
- November 7, 2025: The couple welcomed Vihaan at a private hospital in Mumbai.
- Anniversary Milestone: The name reveal comes just weeks after the couple celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary on December 9, with Vicky joking in a post about being “blissful, grateful, and sleep-deprived.”
- Celebrity Wishes: The comment section was a “who’s who” of Bollywood, with Hrithik Roshan, Parineeti Chopra (who called him “Little Buddy”), Bhumi Pednekar, and Dia Mirza among the first to send their love.