Deepika Padukone Makes History as First Indian Actress to Receive Hollywood Walk of Fame Star (Class of 2026).
Awards
Deepika Padukone has been selected for the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame—Class of 2026—making her the first Indian actress to be honoured with a star in the Motion Pictures category by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
- Deepika Padukone’s name was officially announced on July 2, 2025, alongside global icons such as Miley Cyrus, Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore, Emily Blunt, and Rami Malek. Selection followed a vote by the Walk of Fame selection committee on June 20, and final board ratification on June 25.
- The award recognises Deepika Padukone’s contribution to global cinema—her career spans Bollywood blockbusters, her Hollywood debut in xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017), and her presence on prestigious platforms such as the Cannes Film Festival and Met Gala. She was also named in TIME 100 (2018) and Time100 Impact Award winner (2022).
- The Hollywood Walk of Fame spans over 2,800 terrazzo-and-brass stars along Hollywood Blvd and Vine St. Honourees are selected through nominations by fans, agents, or studios, reviewed by a committee, and finalised by the Chamber. The total cost for the star and ceremony is USD 85,000.
Main Point :- (i) Padukone’s star marks a major moment in promoting South Asian representation on the global entertainment stage. As the first Indian actress and only the third Indian (after musicians and directors) to receive a Walk of Fame star, she symbolises India’s growing cultural influence.
(ii) Following confirmation, honourees are expected to attend an unveiling ceremony within two years, accompanied by tributes and fanfare. Padukone’s inclusion will boost India’s cultural diplomacy and showcase Bollywood’s expanding international footprint.
(iii) The Walk of Fame committee, led by Peter Roth (former Warner Bros TV CEO), selected Padukone from hundreds of global nominees based on her cinematic achievements, cultural outreach, and philanthropic impact—cementing her legacy among Hollywood’s elite.
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