Deepika Padukone on Motherhood: Joy and Guilt

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcomed their first child, Dua Singh Padukone, on September 8, 2024. The actress recently shared a candid glimpse into the emotional landscape of new motherhood through her Instagram Stories. She re-shared a reel that vividly depicted the conflicting feelings many mothers experience: a deep love for their child alongside a desperate need for personal space and rest.

Padukone expressed solidarity with these sentiments, captioning the reel, "There... I said it!" This reflects the intense, often paradoxical emotions of wanting to be with her baby constantly while also craving moments of solitude.

Earlier, at the WAVES 2025 summit, Padukone had spoken about how motherhood has profoundly shifted her perspective. She described the experience as life-altering, grounding, and deeply emotional, emphasizing a newfound presence and appreciation for everyday moments. She noted the significant responsibility of caring for a dependent human being after a career focused primarily on personal ambitions.