Bollywood couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have faced a storm of criticism after naming their newborn daughter “Dua,” an Arabic word meaning “prayer.”

Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh had introduced their newborn daughter to their friends and fans on Diwali. Sharing the picture of the newborn, the actors shared that they have named their daughter,

Some netizens have taken to social media to criticize the couple, suggesting that the name 'Dua' is not suitable for an Indian child. Some have even suggested that the couple should have chosen a more traditional Indian name.

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh delighted fans by revealing the name of their daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, on Diwali. The name, meaning 'prayer,' has sparked a wave of memes, with many playfully dubbing Ranveer Singh as India's 'Dua Ke Papa' in reference to Pakistani social media star Dua Arshad.