Los Angeles / Mumbai, July 3, 2025 — Bollywood icon Deepika Padukone has been selected for the
prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame
(Class of 2026), becoming the first Indian
actress ever to earn this recognition in the Motion Pictures category.
A Night to Remember
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced Padukone’s inclusion during a live press event held
at Ovation Hollywood on July 3, 2025 . She joins a glittering roster of fellow honorees such as Emily
Blunt, Timothée Chalamet, Marion Cotillard, Rami Malek, Rachel McAdams, and
Demi Moore.
Not Just Glory — A Costly Honour
While the star isn’t
purchased, honorees are required to fund their installation and upkeep—a $85,000 sponsorship fee (about ₹73 lakh), reported by ABP Live and Hindustan Times. This covers production, installation, and long-term maintenance
of the star-bearing sidewalk.
Global Recognition
Padukone made her Hollywood
debut in 2017 with xXx: Return of Xander
Cage and has since built major global presence,
including roles in Hollywood red carpets like Cannes and the Met Gala. She is also the first Indian woman ever to be featured with this
honour, following in the footsteps of Indian-American actor Mindy Kaling.
A Rising Entrepreneur & Investor
Off-screen, Padukone has
also emerged as a top celebrity
investor, featured in the 2025 Candere Hurun
India Women Leaders list, alongside Rashmika Mandanna. Her growing portfolio of strategic investments marks her evolution
from distinguished actress to influential business figure.
Next in Her Cinematic Journey
Padukone is currently
gearing up for her buzzing pan‑Indian
sci‑fi project, tentatively titled AA22xA6, directed by Atlee
and co-starring Telugu sensation Allu Arjun, scheduled for a theatrical debut
in 2027.
What’s Next?
·
Induction
Ceremony: Expect a formal unveiling of her star in Los Angeles
sometime in 2026.
·
Hollywood
Meets Indian Cinema: This milestone enhances representation of Indian
talent on global platforms.
·
Multifaceted
Leadership: With her success in business and film, Padukone sets new
benchmarks as a creative entrepreneur.
Deepika Padukone’s Walk of Fame honour stands
not just as a personal triumph, but a landmark moment signaling Indian cinema’s soaring global impact
and her own multifaceted journey from Bollywood superstar to global icon and
business trailblazer.
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