Deepika Padukone, a renowned Bollywood actress, is making waves globally. She’s had an incredible year, starring in hit movies, representing big brands like Cartier, and expanding her self-care brand. Recently, she sat down for an interview with Vogue India, discussing her journey to success, her commitment to staying rooted in her Indian identity, and her views on fame and impact on the world stage. The conversation took place at her Mumbai home, reflecting on her achievements, challenges, and the values that drive her.
Being a Rebel: Deepika agreed that she’s a rebel at heart who likes doing things her own way.
Global Impact and Home: She believes she doesn’t need to move abroad to make a big impact in the world. India is her home, and she thinks she can still make a difference from there.
Early Career Challenges: Starting out in the film industry was tough because she didn’t have any family connections. She thinks the talk about nepotism in the industry is new, but it’s always been a reality.
Work Ethic and Success: Deepika thinks her hard work and dedication are the reasons behind her success. She’s proud that everything she’s achieved is through her own efforts.
Balancing Work and Mental Health: Although she loves working, she understands the importance of taking care of her mental health. Finding this balance has become really important for her.
Expressing Opinions and Values: She’s confident in speaking her mind and isn’t afraid of having different opinions from others.
Personal Life and Hobbies: Spending quality time with her husband and family is crucial to her. She enjoys cleaning at home, loves food, dancing, and being close to the sea. Fame and Its Purpose: Deepika feels fame is good because it helps her bring positive changes in people’s lives.
She’s happy if her fame makes a difference, rather than just being famous for the sake of it.