Renowned Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi is not only famous for his powerful performances but also for keeping his personal life low-key. However, fans were in for a delightful surprise when an unseen picture of the actor surfaced on social media, showing him and wife Mridula Tripathi showering love on a newborn baby.
The photo, which is now going viral, shows Pankaj Tripathi smiling warmly while holding a newborn in his arms, sitting comfortably on a couch. Beside him, Mridula is seen dressed in a pink suit, lovingly caressing the baby. The moment has captured hearts across social platforms.
Not Their Baby – But an Uncle’s Love!
While many fans assumed the couple had welcomed a new child, it turns out the baby belongs to actor and writer Paritosh Tripathi, who recently became a father. Pankaj and Mridula were simply celebrating the new arrival in their family circle, taking up their new role as “Bade Papa” and “Badi Mummy.”
Paritosh Tripathi, best known for his roles in Ludo (2020), Janhit Mein Jaari (2022), and Case Toh Banta Hai (2022), welcomed a baby girl with wife Meenakshi Chand on May 23, 2025. Sharing the happy news on Instagram, he posted the adorable family moment with the caption, “Bahut saara pyaar” (Lots of love).
Celebs React with Love and Blessings
The heartwarming post received congratulatory comments from Bollywood celebrities including Suniel Shetty, Parth Samthaan, Nakuul Mehta, and Anup Soni. Suniel Shetty commented, “God bless,” summing up the sentiments of many fans moved by the sweet photo.
Pankaj Tripathi, recently seen in Criminal Justice Season 4, continues to win hearts — not just on-screen but off-screen as well, with his down-to-earth charm and deep family values.