DUBAI: Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone made a dazzling return to the global spotlight as she walked the ramp for Cartier’s 25th-anniversary celebrations in Dubai.
Marking her first international appearance since giving birth to her daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, in September 2024, the actress captivated audiences with her elegance and poise.
Draped in a flowing black gown designed by Monica and Karishma, Deepika exuded sophistication. Her sleek bun and kohl-rimmed eyes accentuated her regal presence, but it was her breathtaking 63.76-carat necklace that truly stole the show.
As she shared glimpses of the evening on social media, she captioned the images, "An exquisite evening with my friends at Cartier."
How fans reacted
The internet erupted in admiration, with fans showering the actress with praise. Comments ranged from "Serving beauty, elegance, and glow!" to "The hair! The makeup! The outfit! The jewellery! Absolute perfection."
Ranveer Singh, Deepika’s husband and biggest cheerleader, left an unmissable comment on her post: "Wow. Dead."
Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, also chimed in with heart emojis, echoing the global sentiment.
A star on the rise again
Prior to her Dubai appearance, Deepika made headlines as the showstopper for Sabyasachi’s 25th anniversary in Mumbai.
On the cinematic front, she was last seen in an extended cameo in Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again and played a pivotal role in Kalki 2898 AD. Reports suggest that the actress is gearing up for the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, where she will once again share the screen with Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan. Rohit Shetty has also confirmed a future film centred around Deepika’s character, Shakti Shetty, introduced in Singham Again.
Family first
While making a gradual return to work, Deepika remains devoted to her new role as a mother.
She and Ranveer have requested the paparazzi to respect their privacy, refraining from capturing images of their daughter.