Actor Deepika Padukone is preparing for her return to the big screen after welcoming her baby girl, Dua, on September 8, 2024. While balancing work commitments and motherhood, the actress recently shared a candid Instagram story that left fans amused and emotional.
Deepika reposted a humorous note about motherhood that read:
“My toxic trait is loving my child so much that I don’t want anyone else watching them. But I desperately need a break, but I can’t stand being without them. But I also crave 24 hours of silence, but I still want to be with them 24/7.”
Agreeing with the sentiment, she added, “There… I said it!”
Motherhood Above Everything
The post resonated widely with mothers online. Deepika’s candid confession reflects the emotional duality many parents experience — the desire for personal time coupled with an inability to stay away from their child.
Sources close to the actor have often mentioned that motherhood has become her top priority. Since welcoming Dua, she has been selective about her professional commitments.
Project Exits and Industry Buzz
After Dua’s birth, reports suggested that Deepika opted out of certain projects, allegedly requesting structured eight-hour shifts for upcoming films including Spirit and the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD. Industry chatter claims scheduling disagreements led to her stepping away.
Actor Triptii Dimri is now associated with Spirit, while unconfirmed reports suggest that Sai Pallavi may join the Kalki 2898 AD sequel. However, there has been no official confirmation regarding the casting changes.
Deepika Padukone’s Upcoming Films
Deepika is set to appear in King, headlined by Shah Rukh Khan and directed by Siddharth Anand. The film also stars Suhana Khan, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, Jaideep Ahlawat and others. It is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 24, 2026.
She will also feature in the pan-India project tentatively titled AA22 x A6, starring Allu Arjun and directed by Atlee. The duo previously collaborated on Jawan, which became one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of 2023 and featured Nayanthara alongside Shah Rukh Khan. Deepika’s extended cameo in the film received positive audience response.
