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Deepika's rise despite controversies

By Isha Sharma

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Intro

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.

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