Shah Rukh Khan Reveals What Is Deepika Padukone's Best Role Till Date, 'Being Dua's Mother...'

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone have been among the most admired on-screen couples in recent years. From Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express, Happy New Year to Pathaan, their bond has only deepened over the years. Deepika, who is among the most successful actresses in recent years, stepped into the film world by working opposite SRK, who was already a star. But, despite the different trajectories of their film careers, they became friends, and the friendship continues to date. They have witnessed each other grow through different phases in life, and at a recent event, they reflected on their friendship and Deepika's new role in their life. 

Shah Rukh Khan reveals what is Deepika Padukone's best role to date 

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone recently attended the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 on May 1, 2025. During the event, the two actors sat down for a panel discussion, The Journey: From Outsider to Ruler, with Karan Johar. A video from the moment surfaced online, where the Fighter actress was seen wearing a gorgeous black kurta with a golden border, matching dupatta and tied her hair in an updo. On the other hand, SRK looked as charming as ever in a black suit. Taking the opportunity, Deepika recalled her experience working with Shah Rukh Khan in her debut film, Om Shanti Om and said:

"He is the biggest superstar of our country. Call it destiny, hard work, whatever. I think the point is that it just felt like home, comfortable; I could make mistakes and be vulnerable, and I think that's why I was able to thrive, and the movie went on to do what it did because it was made with a lot of love."

In his reply, Shah Rukh Khan chimed in and mentioned that he wanted to make a personal comment on the occasion. He shared that he feels that despite the wonderful on-screen roles portrayed by Deepika in her career, her best role would always be as a mother to her daughter, Dua. In his words:

"I just want to add one more thing, which is very personal, so please excuse me if I'm stepping beyond boundaries. But I think the role she's going to play the best, Inshallah, is that of a mother now with Dua. I think she's really going to be a wonderful mother."

When Deepika Padukone opened up about feeling mom guilt towards Dua 

A few weeks ago, Deepika Padukone attended the Forbes 30/50 Global Summit in Abu Dhabi, where the actress opened up about her motherhood journey. The actress, who became a mother after the birth of her daughter, Dua, in September 2025, shared that being a mother would have an impact on the kind of roles she chooses to play in future. At the same time, the actress updated about her plans to get back to work and said:

"I think where I'm at in my life right now is how do I manage my time as a mother, as a new mother, with getting back to--and I'm sure there are some incredible women here who can give me some wise, some wisdom, whatever-- but to be able to manage my daughter and her life and getting back to work without feeling guilt. I think that is something I'm figuring out. I won't say I am struggling with it, but I'm still figuring it out."

More about Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone began her career as a model before transitioning into acting with Om Shanti Om in 2007. The film was a massive hit and made her an overnight star. She went on to prove her mettle in acting by playing diverse yet memorable roles in films like Cocktail, Padmaavat, Yeh Jaawani Hai Deewani, Piku, Chennai Express, and Chhapaak, among others. The actress was last seen in Rohit Shetty's multi-starrer film, Singham Again, co-starring Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor and more.

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