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Exclusive: Eight Months Pregnant Deepika Padukone to Wrap Up Raaka This Month

Exclusive: Eight Months Pregnant Deepika Padukone to Wrap Up Raaka This Month

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Deepika Padukone is proving that her commitment to her craft remains unwavering as she continues shooting for her upcoming film Raaka while being eight months pregnant. With the actress is expected to welcome her second child in September, she is reportedly focused on completing her portions of the film before taking a break for her delivery.   According to a highly placed source from the production, Deepika has been actively involved in the ongoing shoot and has been spending long hours on set to ensure that her work on Raaka is wrapped up on schedule. “Eight-months pregnant and due to deliver very soon, Deepika Padukone is still shooting for Raaka. She is currently focused on wrapping up the shoot for the film before delivering her second baby in September. She is staying put on set and even working late into the night when required. The crew and teams are in absolute awe,” the source reveals. Deepika’s dedication has earned admiration from those working alongside her, particularly as she continues to balance the demands of a major film …

Have you heard? Deepika Padukone’s name on Love & War cast listings sparks buzz

Have you heard? Deepika Padukone’s name on Love & War cast listings sparks buzz

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The big question A tiny spark has turned into a full-blown fan theory. Fans spotted Deepika Padukone’s name on the IMDb and Wikipedia cast listings of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War and, naturally, Reddit did the rest. While neither the makers nor Deepika’s team has confirmed her involvement in the Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal-starrer, fans are already busy connecting the dots. (L-R) Vicky Kaushal, Alia Bhatt, Sanjay Leela Bhansali,  and Ranbir Kapoor. Pics/AFP, Instagram Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Alia Bhatt outranks Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna with ₹892 crore brand value; ahead of Ranbir Kapoor too

Alia Bhatt outranks Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna with ₹892 crore brand value; ahead of Ranbir Kapoor too

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Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt has once again shown that her stardom is not just limited to the silver screen. While Shah Rukh Khan has claimed his No. 1 ranking in Kroll’s Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025, one of the biggest highlights of this year’s rankings has been the rise of Alia as the most valuable celebrity brand of female stars in India, surpassing Deepika Padukone and Rashmika Mandanna. Alia Bhatt surpasses Deepika, Rashmika and Ranbir with $93.9 million brand value in 2025 rankings. (AFP) Alia Bhatt is a valuable female celebrity brand According to Kroll’s Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025, Alia Bhatt went onto secure the sixth position in the rankings with her brand valuation of $93.9 million (approximately ₹892 crore). She became the highest-positioned woman among all the celebrities and is placed higher than many male actors including her husband Ranbir Kapoor, who is ranked 10th in the list with the valuation of $80 million (approximately ₹761 crore). The only other female celebrity in the top 10 list is Deepika Padukone, who ranks in …

Jayati Bhatia recalls when Deepika Padukone had to hurl abuses at street vendor from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s balcony

Jayati Bhatia recalls when Deepika Padukone had to hurl abuses at street vendor from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s balcony

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Deepika Padukone made her debut with Om Shanti Om in 2007 but it was Cocktail in 2012 that proved be to a turning point in her career, where she was seen for her acting chops. Since then, the actor has proved herself to be force on screen, delivering successes as well as receiving praise for her performances. In a new interaction with Siddharth Kannan, actor Jayati Bhatia went on to share an interesting memory from the workshops she did with Deepika together before the filming of Ram-Leela. Deepika Padukone with Ranveer Singh in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela. What did Jayati say Ram-Leela was the first film she did with Ranveer Singh. The film was directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and was released in 2013. Jayati recalled how she helped the actor prepare for the demanding role in the film, and she approached every exercise with complete dedication. Jayati said, “When I started working with her, she did it with full commitment, full energy. I was told to work with her for seven days, for four …

Mommy-to-be Deepika Padukone shares relatable video about keeping up with daughter Dua’s demands

Mommy-to-be Deepika Padukone shares relatable video about keeping up with daughter Dua’s demands

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While fans await Deepika Padukone‘s return to the big screen, the actor is currently enjoying motherhood to the fullest. The mother of one-year-old Dua, Deepika, is pregnant with her second child, and she recently shared a hilarious reel on Instagram that many toddler moms are likely to relate to. Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcomed their first child, Dua, in September 2024. Deepika shares relatable pregnancy reel Deepika shared a funny reel featuring a mother of a toddler who is also pregnant with her second child, giving in to her little one’s demands. In the video, the woman is seen picking up her toddler despite being advised against lifting anything heavy during pregnancy. However, unable to resist her toddler’s requests, she ends up carrying the child while heavily pregnant. The caption of the reel read, “Don’t lift anything over 20 pounds during pregnancy. Me this entire pregnancy.” ‘My obsession is my daughter’ Deepika has often shared glimpses of her motherhood journey through memes and relatable reels on Instagram. Before this, she posted another humorous reel …

‘Respect the culture’: Venky Atluri on Deepika Padukone’s fixed working hours debate  | Bollywood News

‘Respect the culture’: Venky Atluri on Deepika Padukone’s fixed working hours debate  | Bollywood News

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3 min readHyderabadJul 31, 2026 10:17 AM IST When Deepika Padukone exited Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit and parted ways with Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD sequel over working hours, it ignited a debate about fixed working hours, leading many to weigh in on the pros and cons of the same across various film industries. In a recent interview, director Venky Atluri was asked about the difference in working conditions between Telugu and Hindi cinema, especially with regard to Deepika’s exit over working hours. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Atluri said that if he were to work in Hindi he would take a three-month break to study the set first, and that anyone coming to Telugu should work to a Telugu way of doing things. He added that shoots there routinely run 11 to 12 hours, and that actors from Tamil, Malayalam or Hindi cinema should be willing to accept those conditions. He said, “When a person from any industry, let it be Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, when you’re coming and acting in a Telugu film, …

‘If he can do Animal, he can play Ram’: Dipika Chikhalia defends Ranbir’s Ramayana casting | Bollywood News

‘If he can do Animal, he can play Ram’: Dipika Chikhalia defends Ranbir’s Ramayana casting | Bollywood News

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Hours after the trailer of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana was unveiled, Dipika Chikhalia, who became synonymous with Sita after portraying the goddess in Ramanand Sagar’s iconic television series, weighed in on the film. Speaking about the much-awaited adaptation, she expressed confidence in Sai Pallavi’s portrayal of Sita and defended Ranbir Kapoor against criticism over playing Lord Ram after Animal, saying actors should be free to take on diverse roles. Speaking to Hindi Rush, Deepika also described Ramayana as a massive cinematic undertaking and said its reported Rs 4,000 crore budget would allow the makers to bring the epic’s grand scale to life. Deepika Chikhalia on Sai Pallavi playing Sita Dipika Chikhalia said she has immense faith in Sai Pallavi’s acting abilities and sees no reason to criticise the casting before watching the film. “I have seen Sai Pallavi’s South Indian films, and in my opinion, she is a very, very good actor. She is playing Sita, and I don’t want to say anything negative about it. Why should I speak negatively about someone’s project? We’ll see …

Deepika Singh on why Delhi will always be home: I know these roads better than google maps

Deepika Singh on why Delhi will always be home: I know these roads better than google maps

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Some people need an app to find their way around Delhi, but TV actor Deepika Singh remembers every turn. On a recent visit to the Capital to meet family, the actor found herself correcting her own car’s GPS in real time. “I know the roads better than Google,” she laughs, pointing out that after nearly fifteen years of living in Mumbai, Delhi, clearly, never left her system. Deepika Singh in Connaught Place That instinct traces back to Paharganj, where Deepika grew up long before the world knew her as Sandhya. Her path from an Air Force school student to a bank employee to, quite unexpectedly, a ramp model plays out like a script no one wrote on purpose. “There was one contestant short, and the money being offered was good. I was very adventurous and courageous,” she recalls of the walk that put her face in every newspaper the next morning and, eventually, on television screens across the country. “Delhi ne mujhe opportunities bahut di hai” Also Read | Diya Aur Baati actor Deepika Singh …

Vikrant Massey Was Hesitant to Work With Deepika Padukone in Chhapaak?

Vikrant Massey Was Hesitant to Work With Deepika Padukone in Chhapaak?

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Actor Vikrant Massey was initially hesitant to do Chhapaak, released in 2020. When the opportunity came his way, self-doubt almost took over. He felt Deepika Padukone was too big a star and noted their similar height. He feared they would not look good together on screen. His apprehensions nearly made him back out of the project. Director Meghna Gulzar stepped in to change his perspective. She assured him that their pairing would work well visually. However, she also placed specific prerequisites for the role. Taking on such a complex character required total commitment. “It’s also a lot of other people who’ve shown a lot of faith in me. It’s an ongoing journey. So that gives you the confidence too,” he told Hindustan Times, revealing that he almost chickened out of the project. This moment reflects a common struggle among growing actors. The belief placed in him by directors like Meghna Gulzar played a key role.   A well-meaning film In Chhapaak, Massey played Amol, a dedicated activist fighting alongside an acid attack survivor. His grounded performance …

Vikrant Massey reveals he almost rejected Chhapaak opposite Deepika Padukone: ‘Thought we won’t look good’ | Interview

Vikrant Massey reveals he almost rejected Chhapaak opposite Deepika Padukone: ‘Thought we won’t look good’ | Interview

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Actor Vikrant Massey has successfully been able to create a diverse career within the entertainment industry in India. Whether in television or movies or even in streaming shows, he always made sure that he is part of productions that will push his boundaries as opposed to staying in one character. In an exclusive interview with the Hindustan Times ahead of the Netflix show called Musafir Cafe on which he turns co-producer, Vikrant explained how he managed to avoid getting pigeonholed and why he owes it all to those around him. Vikrant Massey reveals why he almost walked away from Deepika Padukone’s Chhapaak. He never wanted to be boxed into one image Vikrant Massey shared that he has never believed in falling into the stereotype trap. And according to him, most of this has been attributed to the fact that he loves the audiences who have supported him on every platform he worked, whether television, movies or OTT. “The last thing you want is to be bracketed. But I think I’ve also been very lucky, you …