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Deepika Padukone Embraces Motherhood, Advocates for Flexible Work Hours
10 Oct
Summary
- Deepika Padukone shares her experience with motherhood, says it has made her more tolerant
- Padukone has returned to work, currently shooting her sixth film with Shah Rukh Khan
- Many actors and directors have commented on the subject of working hours for new mothers
As of October 10th, 2025, Deepika Padukone, the renowned Bollywood actress, has shared her insights on working for 8 hours post-embracing motherhood. In a recent interview with CNBC-TV18, Padukone discussed how motherhood has changed her perspective.
Padukone revealed that she was a patient person before having her daughter, Dua, but parenthood has made her more tolerant. She also shared that motherhood has pushed her out of her comfort zone, making her a more social person. "Having to interact with other parents, and now playschool. Motherhood just pushes you out of your comfort zone in a good way," Padukone said.
The actress, who is currently shooting her sixth film, King, with Shah Rukh Khan, has also advocated for flexible work hours for new mothers in the industry. Many actors and directors have previously commented on this subject, and Padukone has stated that she does not mind ruffling feathers or dealing with conflicts to ensure that new mothers are given the support they need.
Padukone took some time off after the birth of her daughter, but she is now back on the sets and continuing her successful career. The actress and her husband, Ranveer Singh, have not revealed the face of their daughter, but Padukone shared that her love language is baking a cake for Dua's first birthday.
