: Starring as Sumathi (SUM-80), she played a pivotal role in this futuristic science-fiction epic alongside and Amitabh Bachchan . A sequel is reportedly in development.

In late 2025, Padukone released excerpts from her personal journal via a newsletter on Substack titled "The Unspoken." This moved her narrative from tabloid gossip (speculation about her marriage to Ranveer Singh) to curated, first-person journalism. By controlling the narrative, she updated her own entertainment content. The newsletter was syndicated across leading popular media outlets like Vogue India and The Quint , proving that a star can now bypass traditional paparazzi and speak directly to the consumer.

While she remains a top star in Bollywood , rumors occasionally surface about a potential Hollywood comeback, specifically for a sequel like xXx 4 , though no recent production dates have been confirmed. xXx: Return of Xander Cage Highlights

Deepika Padukone continues to dominate both the Indian and global entertainment landscape as we move through 2026. From making history on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to leading a new wave of pan-India blockbusters, her influence spans far beyond the silver screen. [8, 11] Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026