Hollywood calling for Deepika Padukone; to produce and act in a cross cultural romantic comedy?

Actor Deepika Padukone has carved her niche in the Hindi film industry. And she is not just done yet. The actress is all set to star in a Hollywood film next. Yes, you read that right! Deepika has bagged her second Hollywood project. She is going to produce and act in an upcoming cross-cultural romantic comedy. The film will be developed by STXfilms. Adam Fogelson, the studio’s chairman announced the film on Tuesday, August 31. The film will be co-produced by Deepika under her banner, Ka Productions. 

Taking to her Instagram stories, Deepika Padukone shared a report published by Deadline. She made the post and informed her followers and fans about the major development in her professional life. A fan page of Deepika’s also went on to heap praise for the actress and her achievements.

According to a PTI report, STXfilms is also in negotiations with Temple Hill Productions Wyck Godfrey and producer Marty Bowen, to develop the project. The banner is well known for films like the Twilight franchise, The Fault in our Stars, and Love Simon. 

 

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Talking about the announcement, Adam Fogelson said, “There is a reason Deepika is one of the biggest global stars to come from India. She is enormously talented with an infectious personality and her profile continues to grow as an international superstar. While she has been a phenomenal success in many Eros International films, we are thrilled to be building a romantic comedy with her and our friends at Temple Hill. We believe this project gives us the opportunity to tap into the spirit, voice, characters and vibrant settings of India and New York in ways that made Crazy Rich Asians feel so authentic and fresh.”

Deepika Padukone shared her thoughts on the project, as per the report. She mentioned she is thrilled to work on the project. The actress said, “Ka Productions was founded with the aim to develop and produce purposeful content with global appeal. I’m thrilled to be partnering with STXfilms and Temple Hill Productions, which share Ka’s ambition and creative vision and look forward to bringing impactful and dynamic cross-cultural stories to the world.”

The Piku actress made her Hollywood debut with the 2017 film XXX: Return of Xander Cage opposite Vin Diesel. Her debut as a producer was with the film Chhapaak in which she acted too. 

Work-wise, Deepika has a long line-up of Bollywood films this year. She will be seen in 83, opposite Ranveer Singh. Padukone has Fighter with Hrithik Roshan, Pathan with Shah Rukh Khan, and John Abraham. She recently wrapped up the shooting schedule of Shakun Batra’s yet-to-be-titled film with Ananya Panday and Siddhant Chaturvedi. 

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