Effortlessly striding across the global stage, the mesmerizing Deepika Padukone has long been a shining star, illuminating the world with her radiance. As an ambassador for numerous international brands and the first Indian to unveil the coveted FIFA World Cup 2022 trophy at Lusail Stadium, she has fearlessly carried the flag of her homeland to new heights on the world stage.
As India’s pride continues to soar, the highly esteemed Academy Awards have once again bestowed a great honour upon Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone. She has been chosen by the Academy to grace the stage and present the coveted golden statuette at the upcoming 95th Oscars ceremony, to be held on March 12 at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Audiences in India can catch all the excitement and glamour of this grand event on March 13 at the crack of dawn, at 5.30 am.
Adding another feather to her already impressive cap, the captivating Deepika Padukone is set to become the second Indian actor to grace the stage as a presenter at the prestigious Oscars ceremony, following in the footsteps of fellow Indian global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas. She will share the stage with a constellation of popular Hollywood stars, including Riz Ahmed, Emily Blunt, Samuel L Jackson, Dwayne Johnson, Zoe Saldana, and Jennifer Connelly, among others, who will be presenting the coveted Academy Awards at the glittering event this year.
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With her captivating presence and exceptional talent, Deepika Padukone has represented the country at numerous esteemed international events, including the Cannes Film Festival. Her accomplishments are truly remarkable, having also been chosen as a jury member for the prestigious award ceremony last year. Through her incredible achievements, she has become an inspiration to many, not only embodying the spirit of India’s rising global prominence but also taking Bollywood to the whole next level.
The 95th Oscars Is Special For India
The upcoming Oscars ceremony is imbued with a special excitement for Indians, as the epic Indian film ‘RRR’ has earned a coveted nomination. The electrifying song “Naatu Naatu”, performed by the dynamic duo of Jr NTR and Ram Charan in SS Rajamouli’s cinematic masterpiece, has been nominated in the Best Original Song category. But that’s not all – the ‘RRR’ sensation is set to electrify the Oscars stage with a live performance of Naatu Naatu by the talented singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava, who are making their debut at the prestigious ceremony. Adding to the thrill, two Indian docudramas, ‘All That Breathes’ and ‘The Elephant Whisperer’, have also garnered nominations, leaving everyone eagerly awaiting the outcome with bated breath.
On the Work front
As Deepika Padukone continues to mesmerize audiences with her stunning performances, her latest blockbuster Pathaan, which also stars Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham, has been a resounding success, still drawing massive crowds even seven weeks after its release. Adding to the excitement, she is reportedly set to make a cameo appearance in SRK’s upcoming film Jawan. But that’s not all – the versatile actress is currently hard at work on a science fiction epic tentatively titled Project K, which boasts an all-star cast including Amitabh Bachchan and Prabhas. Fans can hardly wait for the movie’s release, eagerly anticipating its arrival in theatres in January 2024.
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