Deepika Padukone Calls Daughter Dua Her “Obsession,” Fans Melt Over Heartfelt Mommy Confessions
Mumbai, India — Bollywood icon Deepika Padukone has once again captured public affection — this time not for her big-screen roles but for her unabashedly heartfelt reflections on motherhood. In a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar India, the actress described her daughter Dua Padukone Singh as her “obsession,” prompting a wave of warm reactions from fans across social media.
Padukone, who welcomed her first child with husband Ranveer Singh in September 2024, delivered a series of candid confessions about life as a new mom that resonated with followers worldwide. “Not current — I’m going to remove ‘current’ from it. My obsession is my daughter,” she said when asked about what has occupied her thoughts lately.
Sweet Confessions From a Star-Turned-Mom
Far from the glamorous image often associated with international film stars, Padukone’s anecdotes were warmly relatable. When asked to share the oddest item currently in her bag, she revealed a piece of thepla — a traditional Indian flatbread — that her daughter had been eating, which she only discovered two days later tucked inside.
She also joked about her evolving musical tastes, explaining that her preferred karaoke choice these days is the beloved nursery rhyme “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes” — a stark contrast to the pop and Bollywood hits that defined her earlier playlists.
On moments of affection, Padukone shared that she frequently tells her daughter “I love you,” describing it as the phrase she finds herself repeating most.
Life Outside Motherhood — Reflections and Fun
The interview included light-hearted insights beyond parenting. Padukone revealed that if she hadn’t pursued acting, she might have become an interior designer, while her husband Ranveer Singh believes she’d have been a lawyer — an exchange that drew laughter and charm.
Despite stepping into motherhood, the actress hinted that she is also looking ahead to her career return. Padukone is expected to appear opposite Shah Rukh Khan in the upcoming holiday-season action film King, set to release on December 24, 2026 — a major Bollywood release slot.
Fans Shower Love and Support
The interview struck a chord with fans, who responded enthusiastically to the actress’s openness. Social media comments praised her glowing happiness and genuine joy in her role as a mother. One admirer wrote, “She’s beaming with happiness,” while another observed, “Her eyes shine when she talks about her little one.” Several fans called the interview “so wholesome,” celebrating Padukone’s loving embrace of her new identity as a mom.
The response underscores how Padukone’s candid sharing has humanized her public persona even further — moving beyond red carpet glamour to the everyday joys and challenges of raising a child.
A Journey of Joy and Priorities
Padukone’s reflections arrive at a time when many fans are excited to see how she balances her personal life with her professional ambitions. Throughout the past year, she has occasionally spoken publicly about how motherhood will influence her career choices and life priorities.
While she continues to prepare for major film roles, her heartfelt confessions about her daughter highlight a softer, more personal side of one of Bollywood’s most celebrated actresses.
