Deepika Padukone, on her birthday, focuses on giving newcomers a real chance through training, mentorship, and providing them with a genuine starting point.
Actress Deepika Padukone chose to make her birthday more remarkable and meaningful rather than just a celebration. She announced a new initiative aimed at supporting emerging talent in the film industry, especially those who are trying to find their footing behind the scenes.
Sharing the news, Deepika also spoke about the difficulties a newcomer faces in the industry without contacts or, in film industry terms, “a godfather”. Through this initiative, she wants to help bridge that gap and create space for fresh voices, skills, and ideas to come forward.
The programme supports aspiring professionals working behind the camera as well as in creative roles. This includes individuals interested in areas such as writing, cinematography, editing, sound, production, costume design, makeup, and other essential departments that make films possible.
A step towards opening doors
According to Deepika, the idea came from years of observing how much talent goes unseen across the country. Many skilled people go unnoticed because they don’t know where to start, and this initiative gives them real exposure and hands-on opportunities instead of just advice.
Rather than being a one-time project, the programme is planned as a growing platform. Selected participants will get a chance to work on professional sets, learn from experienced teams, and understand how the industry functions in real life. For many, this could be a dream-come-true opportunity.
More than just acting
What stands out about this move is that Deepika Padukone is not limiting the opportunity to actors alone. She has clearly highlighted the importance of technicians and creative professionals who work behind the camera and rarely get public recognition, despite being the backbone of filmmaking.
By focusing on these roles, the initiative sends a message that cinema is a collective effort, not just about stars on screen.
A meaningful birthday gesture
Fans and industry members have welcomed the announcement, calling it a thoughtful and timely step. Instead of spending lakhs on a grand birthday celebration, Deepika Padukone chose to use the moment to support someone else’s career.
In an industry where contacts and big names behind them often decide success, this initiative feels like a sincere attempt to make things a little fairer and to remind people that talent deserves a chance, no matter where it comes from.
