Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has been appointed as the inaugural Mental Health Ambassador by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This significant announcement was made on World Mental Health Day, October 10th. Deepika shared her elation on social media, posting a picture with key figures from the ministry. Her husband, actor Ranveer Singh, celebrated the news with an outpouring of pride in the comments.
In her statement, Padukone expressed deep honor and highlighted India’s progress in prioritizing mental well-being under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. She emphasized her personal journey and her decade-long commitment to fostering a mentally healthy nation. Padukone looks forward to collaborating with the ministry to enhance India’s mental health infrastructure, working under the guidance of Sri JP Nadda.
Deepika Padukone has been a vocal advocate for mental health awareness for years. She courageously shared her own experience with depression a decade ago, helping to destigmatize the issue within the film industry and beyond. Her advocacy stems from her personal struggles, including her battle with depression following a difficult breakup.
Professionally, Padukone was last seen in the successful film ‘Singham Again’. She is set to star in upcoming projects, including Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’ and a film with Allu Arjun, directed by Atlee. Having recently become a mother, she continues to make impactful contributions both personally and professionally.
