Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has made historical past as the primary Indian actress to obtain a star on the celebrated Hollywood Stroll of Fame. The announcement for the Class of 2026 honorees was made by The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce by way of a worldwide stay stream on Wednesday (Jul 2).
Following the announcement, Padukone’s husband, famend Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh took to his Instagram story to congratulate his spouse on her achievement. The couple, who tied the knot in November 2018, welcomed their first little one, a child lady, in September 2024.
The announcement additionally revealed an inventory of 35 honorees chosen throughout 5 classes: Movement Footage, Tv, Reside Theatre/Efficiency, Recording and Sports activities Entertainments. Different notable names embody Emily Blunt, Rachel McAdams, Demi Moore and Gordon Ramsey.
Becoming a member of Padukone from the Asia area is acclaimed Filipino singer and actress Lea Salonga – the long-lasting singing voice of Mulan and Princess Jasmine in Aladdin – who obtained the star underneath the Reside Theatre/Efficiency class.
The 39-year-old Padukone has efficiently earned a coveted identify in each Bollywood and Hollywood. She rose to fame in 2007 along with her debut movie, Om Shanti Om, starring alongside Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan. In 2017, she made her Hollywood debut in xXx: Return Of Xander Cage, starring with Vin Diesel.
