Coronavirus lockdown brings out Bollywood’s doting dads

The coronavirus lockdown in Mumbai has brought out the doting dads of Bollywood as they find novel ways to bond with their children and family. Here’s a look at some of them who are managing to entertain us with their doting parenting antics even while they are stuck at home...

Karan Johar: The Johars take their afternoon tea parties seriously. While one of his twins Roohi wears her fanciest headband for the occasion, Karan Johar’s mother brings out the diamonds from her vault. Another video that has surfaced online includes his son Yash declaring that superstar Amitabh Bachchan can save them from the coronavirus outbreak.

Hrithik Roshan: Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan and his former wife Sussanne Khan are giving us goals about how to function as a unit while raising their children. On March 25, Roshan took to his Instagram to post a picture of his wife lounging at his home in Mumbai. Apparently, she had kindly agreed to move in with him temporarily during the lockdown so that their boys aren’t emotionally affected during the lockdown. “It is unimaginable for me, as a parent, to think of having to be separated from my children at a time when the country is practising lockdowns. It is heart-warming to see the world come together as one in this time of deep uncertainty and the possibility of months of social distancing and potential lockdowns for several weeks perhaps,” said Roshan. He has also been posting pictures of his children lounging around his balcony as he enjoys the perfect moment of bliss.

Shahid Kapoor: “Behind every successful mother, there’s a dad behind who cooks up a storm.” Okay, I made that up. But ask Mira Rajput, wife of Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor, and she will vouch for it. During the coronavirus lockdown, Kapoor -the father of two young children — displayed his cooking skills as he made pancakes with strawberries and bananas for his wife. “Success! I’m glad I put my feet up, so he can step into my shoes,” posted a blissful Rajput. But the gravy? Kapoor said: “She actually ate it.”

Shah Rukh Khan: He has never needed a reason to show off his doting dad skills. But being home bound due to the coronavirus outbreak has given Khan ample time to wear his heart on his sleeves. “Being a father (3x) has been, my greatest source of pride, humility, inspiration & even achievement. It has taught me to choose innocent honesty over smarts ... in every aspect of life. My lil one told me I look better than him in his drawing cos I am smiling without a reason….,” tweeted Khan along with a picture of his youngest son AbRam.

Daniel Weber: Sunny Leone’s husband is trying his best to keep the spirit alive during the coronavirus lockdown. A video of him dancing to Justin Timberlake’s song as he takes his three children out for a quick stroll is winning the internet.

Aayush Sharma: The aspiring Bollywood actor celebrated his son’s fourth birthday in a muted manner due to the coronavirus lockdown in Mumbai. But that didn’t deter him from posting a sweet message for his son: “It’s been 4 years since you’ve come into our lives and since then you’ve only made us smile and bring happiness into our lives. I haven’t taught you a lot but you taught me the meaning of selfless love. Thank you for making me a father Happy Birthday my little Avenger. too many more priceless hugs and fictional stories,” he posted tagging his wife Arpita.