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At NDTV Indian of the Year 2025 awards, Vicky Kaushal shared the emotional challenge of leaving his newborn son for work, calling it his first trip post-fatherhood. He humorously admitted being "better at changing diapers than acting," dedicating his Chhaava award to his "blessing" baby boy with Katrina Kaif.
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Emotional Milestone
Vicky and Katrina welcomed their baby boy in November 2025, announcing "our bundle of joy has arrived." Accepting the Actor of the Year award in Delhi for Chhaava—2025's top-grosser at ₹807 crore—Vicky opened up about balancing stardom and parenthood.
Key Highlights
Tough Goodbye: "Yeh pehli baar hai jo main shehar chhodhke aaya hoon after becoming a father, and it was very tough," Vicky said, confident his son will one day feel proud.
Diaper Mastery: Jokingly claimed, "I'm better at changing diapers than acting," highlighting hands-on involvement in newborn care.
Magical Phase: Described fatherhood as "blissful" and indescribable: "It's all magical right now... God has been very kind."
Family Dedication: Award "for my family and my little one who has come as a blessing," with Katrina as the "most grounding" mom.
Fans adore Vicky's new-dad glow amid his rising career with Love & War next.
Sources: Hindustan Times, Live Hindustan, Times of India.
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