Deepika Padukone scripts history, becomes first Indian to be recipient of star on ‘The Hollywood Walk Of Fame’
PTC News Desk: Bollywood actress Deepika Padukon will be honoured with a star on The Hollywood Walk Of Fame Class of 2026 in the Motion Pictures category in 2026 She has scripted history after becoming the first Indian to receive this prestigious accolade.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce revealed the list live, placing Padukone alongside international stars like Demi Moore, Rachel McAdams, Emily Blunt, Timothe Chalamet, Rami Malek, and Stanley Tucci.
The recipients were selected from hundreds of nominations by a panel during a meeting held on June 20. The Chamber's board of directors later approved the selection.
At the event, which was streamed live, Peter Roth, former CEO of Warner Bros, Television and chairman of the Walk of Fame selection committee, said, "We are excited to announce the newest selections of 35 esteemed individuals who will be enshrined on the Walk of Fame as part of the prestigious Class of 2026."
He further added, "These talented individuals have made significant contributions to the world of entertainment, and we are thrilled to honour them with this well-deserved recognition."
Deepika is celebrated as global icon and has long been regarded as trendsetting figure beyond India. Earlier she was named in the TIME magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in the world. She also received the TIME100 Impact Award for her work on mental health awareness and film campaigns.
- PTC NEWS
