Bollywood actor Nakuul Mehta and his wife, singer Jankee Parekh, have opened up about the heartfelt journey behind their popular parenting podcast. The couple, proud parents to son Sufi and newborn daughter Rumi, recently shared a series of core memories from their venture, 'The Indian Parent Pod,' which has resonated deeply with listeners across India.
The Genesis of 'The Indian Parent Pod'
In a candid reflection shared on Instagram, the couple revealed the emotional catalyst for starting the podcast. They explained that during a particularly challenging week of parenting, they made a pivotal decision: 'we won't do this alone anymore.' This moment of shared vulnerability became the seed from which their podcast grew. The show, which began in early 2025, deliberately steers clear of expert advice, focusing instead on the raw, emotional realities, personal growth, and relationship changes that come with raising a child.
Naming the podcast was a thoughtful process. The couple credited their friend Dan Sait for suggesting the name 'The Indian Parent Pod.' They loved it because while parenting is a universal experience, their conversations are deeply rooted in the cultural context of where they come from. The podcast has since amassed a significant following, with over 57.4K followers on its official Instagram page.
A Year of Milestones and Core Memories
As 2025 wrapped up, Nakuul and Jankee took a nostalgic look back at their favorite moments. They expressed immense gratitude for the community they've built and the conversations they've fostered. Their journey was crowned with recognition when they won the Best Social Impact Podcast of the year at the prestigious MOMS League Global Awards 2025.
Among the most precious core memories highlighted was the arrival of their second child. On August 15, 2025, the couple welcomed their daughter, Rumi. They announced the joyful news with a heartwarming Instagram carousel. The photos featured their son Sufi gently holding his newborn sister and a tender moment of Nakuul gazing at his baby girl. Another picture captured an intimate instant just before Jankee gave birth.
Accompanying the images, Nakuul penned an emotional caption: "She’s here. Sufi finally has his Rumi. Our hearts are complete. 15th August 2025. Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it."
Building a Community Through Authentic Conversations
The success of 'The Indian Parent Pod' underscores a growing desire among Indian parents for genuine, relatable content. Nakuul Mehta and Jankee Parekh have filled that gap by offering a platform that celebrates the imperfect, daily struggles of parenthood without pretense. Their willingness to share their own highs and lows, from exhausting weeks to the euphoria of a new birth, has created a powerful sense of solidarity among their listeners.
By documenting their journey—from the first podcast shoot to winning international awards—they have shown that modern parenting is as much about community and shared learning as it is about individual family moments. Their story continues to inspire and connect parents nationwide.
