When asked why his late father added extra Rs and Ns to his name, Ayushmann Khurrana once said.
P Khurana, Ayushmann Khurrana’s adored father, died away earlier today after a protracted illness, and she is mourning his loss. The actor is renowned for portraying some of the most recognisable characters in Hindi film. In a past interview, Ayushmann disclosed the origin of the extra Rs and Ns in his name and how his father, an astrologer, modified it. To read the scoop, scroll down below.
Ayushmann has a significant fan base, with more than 17 million Instagram followers. The actor is currently in Chandigarh, where today at 5:30 PM the last rituals for his deceased father were performed.
Talking about two rs and ns in his name, writing for his father he said, “Bachpan mein papa ki lagayi paabandiyon ko todne mein bahut mazaa aata tha. Aur ab bade ho kar khud pe lagayi paabandiyaan todi nahi jaati.”
“We got it from him. The discipline. The love for music, poetry, films and art. He studied law but was always intrigued by astrology. He’s the reason behind the double Ns and double Rs in my name. At the same time he also taught us that we have the ability to carve out our own destiny and our good karma can supersede any soothsayer. My friend, philosopher and guide. My father @astrologer.pkhurrana”
Further sharing he said, “He’s the reason behind the double Ns and double Rs in my name” while opening up about the spelling change in his name. He further shared, “After all, my father has been an astrologer since before I was born. In fact, this trend (spelling names differently) came quite late (in the rest of the country), and even later in Mumbai.”
The family’s official statement on his sudden death said, “It’s with our deep sadness to inform that Ayushmann and Aparshakti Khurana’s father, Astrologer P Khurana passed away this morning at 10:30 am in Mohali, owing to a prolonged incurable ailment. We are indebted for all your prayers and support during this time of personal loss.”
