When Deepika Padukone was asked to choose between babies and movies

Deepika Padukone, a Bollywood icon, balances her thriving career with her personal life. After marrying Ranveer Singh in 2018, the couple announced their pregnancy in February 2024 and welcomed their daughter Dua in September. Deepika continues to work, completing 'Singham Again' and promoting 'Kalki AD 2898', while also making a cameo in Shah Rukh Khan's 'King'.
When Deepika Padukone was asked to choose between babies and movies
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone who began her acting career with the Kannada film 'Aishwarya' in 2006 and entered Bollywood in 2007 with Farah Khan's 'Om Shanti Om' have ruled the hindi cinema over the years, she has starred in acclaimed films like 'Piku', 'Padmaavat', and 'Bajirao Mastani'.Deepika's choice between career and personal life journeyThe actress appeared on the first episode of Koffee With Karan Season 6 alongside Alia Bhatt. During the rapid-fire round, host Karan Johar asked her to choose between “babies” and “movies.” Deepika, without hesitation, replied that she would pick both, "Babies while doing movies."
Balances work and personal lifeDeepika had married Ranveer Singh on November 14, 2018, after dating for a few years. In February 2024, the couple announced they were expecting their first baby. While many assumed Deepika would take a break from work, she proved otherwise. She finished shooting for 'Singham Again' and also took part in the promotions of 'Kalki AD 2898'.
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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh announce PregnancyOn February 29, 2024, the 'Padmavat' actors and real life couple Ranveer and Deepika surprised fans by posting a joint announcement on Instagram. The post featured adorable sketches of baby items like a bib, shoes, hat, and clothes. In the caption, the couple shared their excitement and revealed that their baby is expected to arrive in September 2024.Well, then the couple welcomed their daughter Dua on September 8.Upcoming filmsRanveer Singh, who was last seen in Karan Johar's 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani', will next be seen in 'Don 3', directed by Farhan Akhtar.Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film 'King', directed by Siddharth Anand, begins shooting on May 18. The film also stars Jaideep Ahlawat and Suhana Khan, with Deepika Padukone making a cameo appearance. 'King' is slated for a late 2026 release.
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