WEB DESK: Deepika Padukone celebrated her 40th birthday by launching “The OnSet Program”, a platform designed to support young creative talent pursuing careers in India’s film, TV, and advertising industries.
Announced on January 5 via social media, the initiative reflects her passion for mentoring newcomers. In a video, Deepika shared her excitement about identifying and promoting exceptional talent, emphasizing her commitment to nurturing the next generation of creative professionals.
Describing it as an “experiential learning program,” she invited aspiring technicians from various fields to showcase their work and personal stories for opportunities to collaborate with industry experts.
This announcement coincides with the actor’s busy career. Upcoming projects include Atlee’s sci-fi film with Allu Arjun and Shah Rukh Khan’s “King”, directed by Siddharth Anand. She was last seen in the pan-Indian film “Kalki 2898 AD”.
