Deepika Padukone, who has been in the news for advocating fair working hours and equal pay, now says she has reached a point in her career where fame and money no longer drive her choices. After stepping away from two major projects opposite Baahubali star Prabhas, the actress shared that Rs 500-crore films no longer excite her. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO In a conversation with Harper’s Bazaar, Deepika said, “At this stage, it’s not about that anymore. It’s not about the Rs 100-crore films, or even the Rs 500–Rs 600 crore ones.” She added, “What excites me is empowering other talent. My team and I are now focused on that—enabling storytelling and supporting other creative minds, writers, directors, and even new producers. That’s what feels meaningful to me now.” Story continues below this ad ALSO READ | Tabu reveals two rules Akshay Kumar swears by, haven’t changed in 25 years: ‘He wakes up at 4 am, doesn’t go to parties’ Deepika Padukoe, who has produced Chhapaak and 83 under KA Productions, explained her evolved approach …