His royal cuteness! King of Bhutan follows in Kate's footsteps by taking adorable portraits of his baby son for the monarchs' September calendar

The King of Bhutan has followed in the Duchess of Cambridge's footsteps by getting behind the camera to take official portraits of his young son.

His royal cuteness! King of Bhutan follows in Kate's footsteps by taking adorable portraits of his baby son for the monarchs' September calendar

Proud dad King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck snapped three adorable new pictures of his six-month-old for the royals' official September calendar.

The images show a beaming Prince Jigme Namgyal Wangchuck wearing a traditional checked robe with cream cuffs and navy shoes, as well as a yellow badge bearing his father's image. 

The King of Bhutan has followed in the Duchess of Cambridge's footsteps by getting behind the camera to take official portraits of his young son Prince Jigme

The King of Bhutan has followed in the Duchess of Cambridge's footsteps by getting behind the camera to take official portraits of his young son Prince Jigme

Prince Jigme Namgyal Wangchuck wore a traditional checked robe with cream sleeved and a badge with his father's image for the portraits taken by his dad

Prince Jigme Namgyal Wangchuck wore a traditional checked robe with cream sleeved and a badge with his father's image for the portraits taken by his dad

The calendar was released by Yellow Bhutan, a cultural organisation who announced the new images on Facebook. 

'Our September calendar is a treat, featuring these adorable images of His Royal Highness The Gyalsey, as photographed by His Majesty The King,' their statement read.

Siofra Brennan


Tag Cloud

Related Posts

His royal cuteness! King of Bhutan follows in Kate's footsteps by...

The King of Bhutan has followed in the Duchess of Cambridge's footsteps by getting behind the camera to take official...

Jun 06, 2017 19:51

Seeing and experiencing Real Bhutan

Yes, we have deep respect for those tourists, who visit the places and observe the real festivals with the natives and...

Jun 06, 2017 10:31

Football Tournament to commemorate Birth Anniversary of His...

To commemorate the 37th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King, the Jigme Namgyel Engineering College (JNEC) in...

Jun 05, 2017 19:51

Phuentsholing to Get Bhutan’s First Modern Stadium by March 2027

Phuentsholing is set to get Bhutan’s first modern stadium by March 2027, with facilities for national and international...

May 20, 2026 16:40

Bhutanese Agri-Food Entrepreneurs Explore New Trade Opportunities...

Bhutan showcased agri-food products at its first Mini Bhutan Market in Singapore, following a similar promotional event...

May 19, 2026 17:32

Bhutan Publishes New Traditional Medicine Textbook to Strengthen...

Bhutan’s Faculty of Traditional Medicine has launched Zintig, a new textbook designed to modernise and strengthen...

May 18, 2026 13:47

Latest

News

Phuentsholing to Get Bhutan’s First Modern Stadium by March 2027

Phuentsholing is set to get Bhutan’s first modern stadium by March 2027, with facilities for national and international sports, public...

May 20, 2026 16:40

Bhutanese Agri-Food Entrepreneurs Explore New Trade Opportunities in Singapore

Bhutan showcased agri-food products at its first Mini Bhutan Market in Singapore, following a similar promotional event held in Bangkok...

May 19, 2026 17:32

Features

Passion and Purpose: Guiding Visitors Through the Soul of Bhutan

What does it mean to preserve culture in modern Bhutan? Cultural guide Kinley Dorji shares his perspective on spirituality, identity and...

May 13, 2026 09:25

Passion & Purpose: 15 Years of Teaching in Bhutan’s Most Remote Highlands

Inside Lunana, Bhutan’s most remote highland, a teacher shares 15 years of resilience, education, and life shaping young minds beyond the...

Apr 30, 2026 10:59

Business

Pema Deki Brings Bhutanese Heritage to the World of Luxury Watches

From Trashigang to Melbourne, Pema Deki is redefining Bhutanese luxury through Eternal Watches—blending heritage, symbolism, and...

Mar 31, 2026 11:36

Bhutan’s FDI Landscape: A Values-Driven Opportunity for Global Investors

Explore Bhutan’s foreign direct investment policy, priority sectors and incentives as the kingdom positions itself as a sustainable and...

Mar 10, 2026 13:49

Sports

Bhutan Football Steps onto a Bigger Stage with Hummel Partnership

Bhutan Football Federation signs a landmark MoU with Hummel, marking a major step forward for Bhutanese football through global partnership,...

Apr 16, 2026 11:15

Bhutan International Marathon Saw Strong Participation from Local and International Runners

The 12th Bhutan International Marathon saw 575 runners from Bhutan and abroad compete across full and half marathon races.

Mar 09, 2026 11:23

Tourism

The Willing Story: Hospitality, Heritage, and Homecoming in Trongsa

After years working abroad with the United Nations, Pema Namgyel returned to Bhutan to build the Willing Brand in Trongsa, transforming a...

May 15, 2026 16:07

Remote Sakteng Comes Alive With Bhutan’s Great Yeti Quest Festival

Discover how Bhutan’s remote highland community of Sakteng is using the Great Yeti Quest festival to preserve Brokpa culture, Migoi folklore...

May 11, 2026 13:21

Lifestyle

Bhutan’s First Indoor Golf Bar: Inside The 19th Hole

Bhutan’s recreational scene has just gained an exciting new addition with the opening of The 19th Hole, the country’s first indoor golf...

Mar 16, 2026 11:16

Why This Thimphu Gym Makes You Read Before You Lift

Step inside Bhutan’s Antifragile Temple in Thimphu, where ancient wisdom meets modern discipline to build stronger bodies, resilient minds,...

Jan 22, 2026 14:20

GMC

Bhutan and Singapore Sign Double Taxation Agreement to Support Investment and Economic Cooperation

Bhutan and Singapore signed a Double Tax Avoidance Agreement on May 12, 2026, aimed at strengthening investment, trade, and economic...

May 13, 2026 10:59

US precision health firm Waive Diagnostics to establish regional hub in Gelephu Mindfulness City

US based Waive Diagnostics will set up a genetic testing and AI driven diagnostics hub in Gelephu Mindfulness City, aiming to strengthen...

Apr 21, 2026 11:11

Subscribe to our newsletter

Never miss out on new happenings and news stories!

newsletter

Download Daily Bhutan Mobile App

Connecting with us just got easier!

android app
apple app