Deepika Padukone has time and again made the country proud. She has been one of the global ambassadors of the country all thanks to her work and popularity among the masses. Here are a few times when she took India to a global stage and left an indelible imprint.
Time and again Deepika Padukone’s unparalleled popularity, wide global appeal and unbeatable stardom have put India on the global map. From amassing love on their home turf to capturing hearts across the globe, she has done it all. She has been one of the biggest ambassadors for the country who has represented India on various international platforms and has, not only made us proud but also left an indelible mark in the hearts and minds of billions of people.
Here’s revisiting some of her biggest global moments:
Deepika Padukone recently took over the stage as the only Indian presenter at the Oscars this year and her speech over the RRR track ‘Naatu Naatu’ won hearts across the globe. From being real, authentic and funny, India’s numero uno female superstar looked like a million bucks and was amongst the most talked-about personalities at this year’s Oscar awards.
The superstar few months ago ended 2022 with a bang and made headlines for becoming the first Indian to unveil the FIFA World Cup trophy as she accompanied it to the stadium and unveiled it amidst a stadium packed with thousands of screaming fans -truly a monumental moment in her career.
Already a renowned name in the global arena, Deepika Padukone was part of the eight-member jury at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2022, making her the only Indian on the esteemed jury. Apart from her red-carpet appearances, Deepika made headlines for her recognition as a strong voice in the fabric of cinema and entertainment and is one of the few Indians to do so.
Unquestionably the country’s biggest global brand ambassador, Deepika clinched the biggest endorsement deals with global luxury brands, Louis Vuitton and Cartier. Known to stay steer of celebrity endorsements, these brand heavyweights announced Deepika Padukone as the face of their brands with much fanfare, testimony to her impact in the global brand world. She also is the brand ambassador for Pottery Barn, which is one of the biggest brands for luxury furniture all over the globe.
Deepika Padukone was also listed alongside Kim Kardashian, Bella Hadid, Beyonce and Ariana Grande as one of the 10 most beautiful women in the world, as per the Greek technique called ‘Golden Ratio of Beauty’ that determines physical perfection and decides the world’s most beautiful women. Yet again, she was the only Indian on the list.
India’s Numero Uno graced the MET Gala red carpet, one of the most sought-after fashion soirees in the world, with an unbridled stride of glamour. She slayed every look with grace, playfulness and inherent charm.
When Hollywood action star Vin Diesel called Deepika Padukone ‘the best the earth has to offer’ he wasn’t kidding! The stunning superstar won hearts with her Hollywood debut and also massive praise from her co-stars who spoke highly of her dedication and commitment. Deepika’s next Hollywood film is a cross-cultural romantic comedy that will be shot extensively in India and New York.