Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela welcome Twins: Shivram and Anveera Devi—names steeped in meaning and heritage

The latest update is that actor Ram Charan and entrepreneur Upasana Konidela have recently announced the names of their newborn twins, creating a special moment for one of the most loved families of South India. The couple has given birth to a boy and a girl on January 31, and the news has been out there following an intimate celebration of a naamkaran ceremony held at their Hyderabad residence. The newborn twins have been named Shivram and Anveera Devi, carrying significant connotations of culture, spirituality, and family. In an informal chat with Variety India, actor Ram and Upasana have shared how the names of the newborn twins have been inspired and how they are a reflection of what the parents may want their children to become.

Shivram—Strength, devotion, and legacy

The name Shivram is composed of two highly idolized figures in Indian spiritual history: Lord Shiva, representing strength controlled by temperance, and Lord Rama, representing dedication and kindness. In remembering this, Ram said, “Selecting this name was a very personal and spiritual experience for both of them.” In addition to its spiritual significance, there are other reasons why this name was chosen. It was a tribute to Ram Charan’s father’s original name: Shiv Shankar Vara Prasad. As Ram said, there was lineage and appreciation inherent in it.

Anveera Devi — Courage and divine grace

When the couple decided to name their daughter, they opted for the name Anveera Devi, a name which possesses a poetic and powerful depth. ‘Anveera’s meaning is the embodiment of untamed courage and feminine power,’ Ram stated. The word ‘Veera’ relates to courage, while the addition of ‘An’ to the word signifies the concept of limitless. ‘Devi,’ which relates to goddess, is intended to remind the parents to always look for strength and beauty. “We did not come up with these names as merely identifiers,” the mother added. “They are meant to be the embodiment of strength, love, and courage.”

A ceremony that reflects my faith and my community

The name ceremony , conducted at home in Hyderabad, was simple but spiritually loaded and influenced by the traditions of the family. As the parents pointed out, elders play an important role in the ceremony.

Gratitude, prayers, and thoughtful timing

The couple also went to the extent of inviting an alchemist to a temple to pray before the birth of their twins. Their motive is not based on superstition but is an issue of faith, which is deeply embedded in tradition and beliefs. “We feel thankful to all our fans, loved ones, and well-wishers who have stood by us.”

Motherhood, legacy, and the road ahead

In the present day, as Ram and Upasana bask in their new role as parents of three, their sentiments emerge as a reminder of the wisdom that privilege, responsibility, and legacy bring. In her expression of gratitude. In Shivram and Anveera Devi, they find beauty in names, the beginning of a story of legacy, heritage, and love.Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Valentine's day wishes, messages and gift idea !