Deepika Padukone has graced the TIME magazine cover and has been called the "most popular Bollywood actress." She has stayed atop her game despite political controversies. Let's revisit them.
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'Padmaavat' criticism
'Padmaavat' faced violent criticism from Karni Sena members for a supposed romantic scene between Alauddin Khilji and Queen Padmavati, resulting in changes in selected visuals and the film's name.
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She stood with JNU students
Padukone showed support to JNU students during anti-CAA/NRC protests in Delhi while promoting her film 'Chhapaak.' Soon, people raised calls to boycott her film.
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'Besharam Rang' controversy
Controversy erupted again when DP wore an orange bikini in 'Pathaan's song 'Besharam Rang', with some outfit groups threatening to vandalize theaters screening the film.
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Success
Despite these hiccups,DP has accomplished numerous achievements, headlined successful films, served on the Cannes jury, presented at the Oscars, and attended the MET Gala.