Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone reminisced about her debut in the film industry during a throwback interview with Lehren TV. She shared insights about her entry into Bollywood with the film Om Shanti Om, revealing how Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan supported her throughout the shooting process.
Deepika fondly recalled her initial nervousness while working alongside Shah Rukh Khan and director Farah Khan. She credited them for creating a comfortable environment during the shoot. “I was extremely nervous during my debut in Om Shanti Om, but when I met Farah and Shah Rukh, they made me comfortable, on set and even otherwise,” she stated.
She elaborated, “Whenever there was a difficult scene or a tricky line, Farah and Shah Rukh helped me a lot. If there was a complicated dialogue, they would patiently explain it to me, help me rehearse it, and even assist me while delivering it. When I would get nervous, they would step in and help me through the scene, and that comfort really showed in the final take.”
Discussing her father Prakash Padukone, a star badminton player, Deepika mentioned his valuable advice on her new journey. “I like it when I sit with my parents and they give me tips. It keeps me grounded and rooted. My father gave me a lot of tips when I stepped into Bollywood. Their experiences help me stay connected to myself,” she said.
She further noted, “Over the years, their guidance has always kept me centered, calm, and respectful of my craft and my journey.”
Om Shanti Om, directed by Farah Khan and produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment, was released on November 9, 2007. The film became a significant box-office success and featured a talented cast including Arjun Rampal, Shreyas Talpade, Kirron Kher, and others.
Following the success of her debut, Deepika has starred in numerous blockbuster films like Cocktail, Chennai Express, Piku, Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat, and Pathaan.
On the personal front, Deepika married her Ram Leela co-star Ranveer Singh in 2018, and the couple welcomed their baby girl, Dua, in 2024. Recently, she celebrated her 40th birthday on January 5, surrounded by her fans.