Genelia D’Souza and Riteish Deshmukh are one of the most beloved couples of Bollywood who often shell out major relationship goals, be it through their admiration for each other or through their groundedness in their traditional roots. The duo once again won hearts when Genelia, on the occasion of Vat Purnima (Vat Savitri Vrat), performed the sacred rituals praying for her husband’s long life. The actress shared glimpses of the rituals on social media, and her lovely caption melted hearts.
Genelia performs Vat Savitri Puja for her ‘dearest navra’, Riteish Deshmukh
In glimpses from the occasion that have surfaced online, Genelia is seen dressed gracefully in a comfy white Anarkali suit with yellow prints, and she left her tresses open as she performed the puja. For those unaware, Vat Purnima, or Vat Savitri Vrat, is a traditional Hindu ritual performed by married women, where they observe a fast and perform a pooja honouring the banyan tree by tying a sacred thread around it, in order to seek blessings for the well-being and longevity of their husbands.
As a part of the puja’s traditions, Genelia was seen walking around a banyan tree and tying threads around it. Sharing the special moment on Instagram, Genelia wrote a short and sweet caption for her husband, Riteish, that read:
“Dearest Navra, I love you – Busss.”
Riteish, too, took no time to respond to his wife’s affectionate post. Reposting the video on his Instagram handle, the actor penned an emotional note of gratitude for his wife, and his words once again proved why the two have such a beautiful bond. The Raid 2 actor wrote:
“Dearest Baiko @geneliad – am truly blessed to have you in my life. You are my anchor, my force, the wind beneath my wings, my life – I love you.”
Genelia and Riteish’s love story
Genelia D’Souza and Riteish Deshmukh’s love story is a well-known tale in Bollywood, which dates back to more than two decades. The duo first worked together as co-stars in 2002 with their debut film, Tujhe Meri Kasam. What started as a friendship gradually bloomed into something more special, and they eventually fell in love. After dating each other for ten years, the duo tied the knot in 2012.
Today, Genelia and Riteish are proud parents to two adorable sons, Riaan and Rahyl. Even after all these years, their chemistry and mutual admiration continue to draw attention and make them one of Bollywood’s most adored pairs. Even with their busy lives, Genelia and Riteish continue to show that love, respect, and shared traditions are what make a relationship timeless.
Genelia Deshmukh returns to cinema
After a prolonged break from the silver screen, Genelia is all set to make her big comeback with the much-awaited film, Sitaare Zameen Par, co-starring Aamir Khan. Directed by R.S. Prasanna, the film will be the sequel to Aamir’s iconic 2007 film, Taare Zameen Par, and is slated for theatrical release on June 20, 2025.
Meanwhile, Riteish Deshmukh is basking in the box office success of Housefull 5, which has already crossed Rs. 150 crore at the global box office within only 5 days of its premiere. He has another big project, a historical epic, Raja Shivaji, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahesh Manjrekar, and others. The film is expected to hit theatres in 2026.
What do you think of the lovely glimpses from Genelia’s Vat Savitri Vrat for her ‘Navra‘, Riteish Deshmukh?
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