Deepika Padukone made her birthday extra special this year by launching a new initiative that is very close to her heart. The actress introduced OnSet, a passion project aimed at helping aspiring technicians build a career in the Indian film, and television industry.
A birthday announcement for fans
Deepika shared the news through a video on Instagram, where she spoke directly to her fans. In the video, she said she has been feeling very strongly about identifying talent from across the country and even beyond. She expressed her desire to give such talent a platform where they can be seen, heard and truly experienced.
What inspired the OnSet initiative
According to Deepika, the idea behind OnSet comes from her own journey in the film industry. Over the years, she has seen how important behind-the-scenes professionals are, and how limited opportunities can sometimes hold back talented individuals. With this programme, she hopes to bridge that gap and create meaningful learning opportunities.
Part of Create With Me 2.0
OnSet is part of the 2.0 version of Deepika’s earlier initiative, Create With Me. While the first version focused on creative collaboration, the new phase places strong emphasis on hands-on learning. OnSet is the very first programme under this upgraded version.
An experiential learning programme
The OnSet programme is designed as an experiential learning platform for technicians across all departments. This includes camera, sound, lighting, production design, costume, makeup and other technical roles essential to filmmaking. Participants will get the chance to learn on real sets and gain practical industry experience.
Through OnSet, Deepika aims to help aspiring technicians gain confidence, exposure and real-world skills. The initiative has received positive reactions from fans and industry insiders alike.
Deepika Padukone’s journey in Bollywood
Since she has made her debut in the film industry, she has built a career that few actors in Bollywood can match. From her early days as a newcomer to becoming one of the highest-paid actresses in India, Deepika’s journey is nothing less than inspirational. Even after nearly two decades in the film industry, she continues to be in demand among top directors and brands.
Daughter of badminton legend Prakash Padukone, Deepika proved her mettle despite coming from a non-Bollywood background. Yet, she managed to create her own space through hard work and choice of the films. Today, she is one of the most adored, and successful actresses.