Deepika Padukone is turning a new page in her life today on 5th January 2023, as it’s her birthday. Being one of the well-known Bollywood actresses who is recognised globally, she has used the power which comes with her profession, to help in better causes like mental health and never stepped back from criticising the wrong practices.
Recently, she featured in the song Current Laga Re from Cirkus and is gearing up for a grand release of the film Pathaan, with co-stars Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham. She debuted in 2007 with Om Shanti Om and hasn’t looked back since then. Therefore, on her special day, we have curated some of the best quotes by the Bollywood diva, who knows how to own with her words.
Here are the 8 Quotes From Deepika Padukone
On her role in the film 83 and giving due credit to the unnoticed homemakers
Deepika Padukone took to Instagram to credit her mother and other homemakers and acknowledge their hard work she said, “I did this film ONLY & ONLY for you! I’ve said this before and il say it again… We walk away with all the credit and glory but the sacrifice of a spouse and his or her family always goes unnoticed! My little contribution to #83thefilm is to recognise and acknowledge every homemaker who puts the dreams of her spouse, her children and her family ahead of her own…”
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Believing in oneself and their capabilities
In an interview at the Jio MAMI 17th Mumbai Film Festival, she talked about being patient and believing in oneself. “I don’t give up easily. I keep the faith, I never give up. The minute you tell me that I can’t do something, I work that much harder to prove, not to people but to myself, that I can do it. It can be anything.”
About equal pay and not settling for less
At the launch of the children’s book The Dot That Went For A Walk, the actress talked about pay parity. She said, “There was a recent incident where a director offered us a film that creatively I liked. But then it came to talking about money, and I said that this is what I would charge. Then it kind of went back and forth. He came back and told me that he wouldn’t be able to afford me as he had to accommodate the male (lead). So, then I said ‘tata- good bye’ as I know my track record. I know my worth. I know that his films haven’t been doing as well as my films have. So, it made absolutely no sense. I was okay to say no to that film based on pay because I thought it was unfair.”
On her success and fragility of life
In an interview, Deepika got candid about her own success and what it means to her. “I really don’t know what success means but I think, for me, to be truly successful is to be at peace with myself and to be happy with every day. I think depression has taught me how fragile my life is or how fragile all lives are and it’s made me value people and emotions and feelings. So for me, it’s not the materialistic things, it’s not the numbers, because there is always more.”
On Mental illness and increasing awareness through her foundation
In a video on Instagram, the actress shares how “mental illness can happen to anyone”, she added, “Mental illness doesn’t discriminate and I think, for them to hear that first hand from us, is really what we were trying to achieve. I think the most gratifying part is when you hear communities talking about how their understanding of mental illness has evolved.”
On relationships and the role of a partner
In an interview with Filmfare, Deepika Padukone shared what her ideal relationship would be like. She said, “Relationships should be like that. It shouldn’t be driven by one person. It’s not about who’s dominating and who’s listening to whom. Both people have an equal say and both should influence the other in a good way.”
Being a self-independent person
In an interview with Verve, she said, “It’s not about the bags he buys me, or the rocks, or the dinners, or the holidays he can take me on. I’m a self-made girl. I know I’ve achieved a lot already and I don’t need a man for those things. I can buy myself the most expensive bag or the biggest rock I want. For me, it has to be about being my best friend, spending quality time with me, being able to have amazing conversations together even while we are sitting in a house or a car.”
Not being afraid to make mistakes and challenging yourself
In another interview with Filmfare, the actress said, “Never lose focus of what you want for yourself. People will try and pull you down. There might be things in your life, which will deter your confidence. There might be days when you want to break down; there could be days when you feel like giving up. It’s extremely important to be emotionally strong and focused. Do it your own way. And don’t be afraid of making mistakes.”
Which of the above-mentioned quotes do you resonate with the most? Let us know in the comment section below. Meanwhile, we wish the talented actress a very happy birthday!
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