Deepika Padukone to feature on Meghan Markle's podcast 'Archetypes'?
What's the story
Bollywood's reigning queen Deepika Padukone is going global and how! If recent reports and speculations are anything to go by, the 36-year-old may soon be heard on Archetypes, former actor and social activist Meghan Markle's podcast on Spotify. Recently, iconic tennis player and Markle's friend Serena Williams appeared on the first episode. And now, netizens believe Padukone will grace the podcast, too. Here's why.
Context
Why does this story matter?
Padukone already enjoys global popularity, thanks to her involvement in the Hollywood film XXX: Return of Xander Cage (2017). She is also the first ever Indian to be the face of the French luxury brand Louis Vuitton. Earlier this year, she was a part of a nine-member jury at Cannes Film Festival and made heads turn due to her stunning sartorial choices, too.
Speculations
Observant fans noticed Padukone's voice in promotional clip
Recently, a promotional clip was shared by the makers, which provided listeners with an introductory idea about the podcast. The clip featured female voices wherein we heard them talk about the challenges of being a woman. Fans now claim that one of these voices belonged to Padukone! Though we would like that to be true, there's no word from the actor on this, yet.
Twitter Post
Here's one such tweet from a fan
Deepika Padukone is on Meghan Markle's Podcast ARCHETYPES!!!
— P 🤍 (@elitestanning) August 25, 2022
I’m so excited 🤩🫶🏼#DeepikaPadukone #Archetypes #MeghanMarkle pic.twitter.com/nzNqwKIfMr
Information
Did you know? Padukone has endorsed Spotify in the past
If the news turns out to be true, it won't be Padukone's maiden association with Spotify. Last year, the Om Shanti Om actor had shot a series of advertisements for the music streaming application to enhance its popularity across the country. Thus, keeping in mind her past association with the company, it won't be surprising if she features in the Duchess of Sussex's podcast.
Upcoming films
What else is Padukone professionally busy with?
Padukone was last seen in Gehraiyaan, a direct-to-Amazon Prime Video release. Up next, she has a pivotal role in Siddharth Anand's Pathaan, co-starring John Abraham and Shah Rukh Khan. She also has Fighter alongside Hrithik Roshan, The Intern with Amitabh Bachchan (a remake of its namesake English film), and Project K with Prabhas. Their exact release dates are yet to be unveiled.