Ranveer Singh: 'Singham Again' is my baby's debut; Deepika was pregnant with 'Baby Simmba' during the shoot

Actor Ranveer Singh on Monday said his wife and frequent collaborator Deepika Padukone was pregnant with their first child during the shooting of Rohit Shetty's "Singham Again". The couple, who have co-starred in movies such as "Ram-Leela" and "Bajirao Mastani", became parents to a baby girl on September 8. At the trailer launch of the multi-starrer film "Singham Again", Ranveer said the movie marks the debut of their child, whom he fondly called 'baby Simmba', in a reference to his character's name in Shetty's ambitious cop franchise.
Ranveer Singh: 'Singham Again' is my baby's debut; Deepika was pregnant with 'Baby Simmba' during the shoot
Rohit Shetty assembled his star cast for the grand trailer launch of his next action extravaganza, 'Singham Again'.
The star-studded trailer launch also saw the film's lead cast—Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor— making striking entrances in coordinated black outfits while leading lady Kareena Kapoor Khan dazzled in a shimmering gown. However, Deepika Padukone, who plays Lady Singham, was notably absent from the stage.
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Director Rohit Shetty addressed the absence of cast members including Akshay Kumar, Jackie Shroff, and Deepika. "Akshay sir is shooting for 'Housefull' in London," Shetty explained to the crowd. He then passed the mic to Ranveer, who took the opportunity to share a message on behalf of his wife and co-star, Deepika.

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"Mulgi Jhajire!" Ranveer excitedly exclaimed, celebrating the birth of his daughter with the cheering audience. He continued to explain Deepika’s absence saying, "Deepika is busy with the baby. So, she couldn't come. My duty is at night, so I came."
Ranveer then dropped an adorable revelation, calling 'Singham Again' his baby’s big-screen debut, saying, "There are so many stars in our film, but let me tell you, this is my baby's debut—Baby Simmba—because Deepika was pregnant during the shooting."


As the film gears up for its Diwali release, Ranveer also extended his festive greetings to the audience with a heartfelt message on behalf of his family. He said, "So, on behalf of Lady Singham, Simmba, and Baby Simmba, Happy Diwali to all of you in advance. Enjoy the trailer and celebrate Diwali with your family. We just need your love and blessings. Gatpatya Bappa!"
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At the box office, 'Singham Again' will face off with the horror comedy 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', directed by Anees Bazmee.

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