Deepika Padukone featured in list alongside 90+ global icons including Selena Gomez, Angelina Jolie, Billie Eilish: ‘I hope to inspire a generation..'
continues to shine on the global stage. Just days after making headlines for becoming the first Indian star to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2026, she has now earned another honour.
The actress has been named in a list about global women shaping culture alongside icons like
Selena Gomez
,
Angelina Jolie
,
Billie Eilish
and others.
Deepika says success is not just about professional achievements
Taking to her Instagram, Deepika shared the post and offered a personal and profound quote that reflects her philosophy towards success and wellbeing, 'Success to me isn't just about professional achievements but also about well-being, where mental health and self-care matter as much as discipline, dedication and determination.
I strongly believe in the power of patience, balance, consistency, and authenticity, and I hope to inspire a generation that values all of these virtues equally.
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The list by The Shift recognises women from various backgrounds, activism, arts, leadership and public influence, who are shaping the narrative for a better future. Deepika's inclusion marks an important moment, not only for Indian cinema, but also for voices from South Asia in global conversations around culture and representation.
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The publication paid tribute to the legendary Gloria Steinem, noting that the list is a celebration of women shaping our world and future. 'In tribute to the one and only Gloria Steinem and her 91 years of activism, The Shift is honouring 90 voices shaping our future,' Deepika wrote in her Instagram post. '@theshiftison grateful for the honour… #TheShiftIsOn'
The list features names like, like Selena Gomez, Angelina Jolie, Billie Eilish,
Olivia Rodrigo
, Amal Clooney, Jessica Chastain, Amanda Gorman, Mariska Hargitay, Lucy Liu, and tennis legend Billie Jean King, Deepika Padukone's inclusion further cements her status as a truly global icon.
Deepika's journey to global recognition
Deepika Padukone's international reputation has been growing steadily for years. She made her Hollywood debut with the 2017 film 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' alongside Vin Diesel, and since then has worked across Indian and global platforms. She has attended major global fashion events, including the Cannes Film Festival and the Met Gala.
Recent career updates
On the professional front, Deepika was last seen in
Rohit Shetty
's action entertainer 'Singham Again', where she took on a powerful role in the cop universe.
However, fans were surprised when news broke that she had exited director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's upcoming film 'Spirit', which stars Prabhas in the lead.
Looking ahead, she's gearing up for a much-anticipated film with director Atlee and superstar
Allu Arjun
, which has already started generating buzz online. She's also set to reprise her role as SUM80 in Nag Ashwin's futuristic saga 'Kalki 2898 AD Part 2'
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