Actress Deepika Padukone, known for her role in the movie “Pathaan,” has been open about her own struggles with depression since 2015.She has bravely spoken out about it, breaking the silence that often surrounds mental health battles.
Padukone emphasizes the importance of discussing inner struggles and urges others to treat mental health with the same importance as physical well-being.She questions why society freely talks about physical ailments but stigmatizes discussions about mental wellness.
In response to her own experiences, she founded ‘The Live Love Laugh’ foundation, a powerful initiative dedicated to fighting depression and promoting mental health.
Recently, international superstar Dwayne Johnson also shared his personal experience with depression in an emotional interview.
Johnson revealed that he was unfamiliar with the depths of mental health but was determined not to remain in that dark place.
Deepika Padukone, showing her commitment to the cause, shared Johnson’s story on her social media platform, accompanied by the statement “Mental Health Matters.” She also tagged her foundation, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts in fighting the stigma around mental health.
Padukone’s unwavering dedication to mental health awareness and her efforts to destigmatize mental well-being have earned her widespread admiration.Whenever a prominent figure opens up about their struggles with mental health, Padukone promptly reacts, spreading awareness and offering support.
On the professional front, while Padukone champions mental health, she also continues to excel in her career.
She is currently working on ‘Project K,’ a collaboration with Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan.She is fully committed to delivering a project that resonates with her audience.
Additionally, Padukone is shooting for ‘Fighter,’ a highly anticipated film starring Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor.Fans can look forward to its release in January 2024, eagerly anticipating another captivating performance by Padukone.
