Bollywood power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are embracing life as parents to their one-year-old daughter, Dua, who has brought immense joy to their lives since her birth in 2024. While fans have been curious about Deepika’s return to work, the actress has maintained that she requires a structured schedule—something that led her to step away from two film projects. In a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar, the Pathaan star opened up about how becoming a mother has reshaped her perspective on work, priorities, and the importance of balance.
Reflecting on her journey through motherhood, Deepika shared that “every cliché is true.” She added, “When mothers say, ‘You’ll understand when you become one,’ it’s true. I have so much more respect for my mother now.” She admitted that while she had planned how she would navigate work alongside motherhood, reality turned out differently. She emphasized the need for stronger support systems for new mothers when they return to work—an issue she wants to champion more actively.
Deepika also shed light on the double standards she has experienced, noting that male actors have long dictated their working hours without facing pushback, whereas her request for similar consideration was met with resistance.
Addressing the broader culture of excessive work, she stated, “We’ve normalised overworking. We mistake burnout for commitment. Eight hours of work a day is enough for the human body and mind. Only when you’re healthy can you give your best.” She revealed that her own office adheres to an eight-hour, five-day workweek, with weekends dedicated to rest. She has also implemented comprehensive maternity and paternity leave policies and encourages a child-friendly work environment.
Meanwhile, Deepika recently confirmed her role in Shah Rukh Khan’s highly anticipated upcoming film, King, marking an exciting new chapter in her professional journey.
