Mumbai: Actor Varun Tej and actress Lavanya Tripathi are celebrating a special milestone as their son Vaayuv turns one. Marking his first birthday, the couple shared heartwarming photographs that offered fans the first glimpse of their little boy’s face.
Along with the pictures, Varun and Lavanya penned emotional notes for their son, reflecting on how becoming parents has transformed their lives and given them a new perspective on love and family.
Varun Tej calls fatherhood the most beautiful part of his life
Varun shared a heartfelt message for Vaayuv, describing his son as someone who changed his world in the best possible way.
The actor wrote that he had fallen in love with his son even before seeing him for the first time. He described becoming Vaayuv’s father as the most beautiful part of his life and wished him on his first birthday.
The emotional message gave fans a glimpse into Varun’s experience of parenthood and the deep bond he shares with his son.
The birthday post was also significant for another reason, as the couple had largely kept Vaayuv away from the public eye since his birth. By sharing his photographs on his first birthday, Varun and Lavanya chose the special occasion to introduce their son’s face to their fans and followers.
Lavanya Tripathi shares emotional note
Lavanya, too, marked the occasion with an emotional message about motherhood and the profound change Vaayuv has brought into her life.
She reflected on how she believed she understood love before becoming a mother, but said the arrival of her son introduced her to an entirely different kind of love.
Lavanya thanked Vaayuv for choosing her as his mother and described him as her greatest blessing. She also spoke about the joy his laughter, cuddles and little hands have brought into their home.
Calling her son her “heart walking outside my body”, Lavanya said Vaayuv had changed her in the most beautiful way. She wished her “baby” a happy first birthday and described him as the centre of their world.
Her note captured the emotional journey of a first-time mother and the happiness the couple has experienced since welcoming their son.
From co-stars to life partners
Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi’s relationship began on the sets of their 2017 film Mister. The two developed a close friendship while working together, which eventually grew into a relationship.
The couple largely kept their courtship private and away from the spotlight. Their relationship became a new chapter in their personal lives when they got married on November 1, 2023.
The wedding took place at the Borgo San Felice resort in Tuscany, Italy, in the presence of close family members and friends.
Their wedding was followed by another major milestone when they announced that they were expecting their first child.
Vaayuv’s arrival marked a new chapter
Varun and Lavanya announced their pregnancy on May 6, 2025. The announcement was followed by considerable excitement among their fans, who had closely followed the couple’s journey from co-stars to married partners.
On September 10, 2025, the couple welcomed their baby boy, Vaayuv, marking the beginning of their journey as parents.
Since then, the actors have shared glimpses of their family life while maintaining a degree of privacy around their son. His first birthday has now become the occasion for the couple to share his face publicly.
The milestone also prompted both parents to look back on how much their lives have changed over the past year.
Fans celebrate the family milestone
The first birthday photographs and emotional messages have given fans a closer look at the family’s personal journey. While Varun spoke about the joy of becoming a father, Lavanya’s message focused on the transformative experience of motherhood and the unconditional love she feels for her son.
For the couple, Vaayuv’s first birthday marks more than just another birthday. It represents their first year of parenthood and another memorable chapter in their journey together.
As they celebrate their son’s special day, Varun and Lavanya’s posts reflect the happiness, affection and gratitude that Vaayuv has brought into their lives.