Published 18:21 IST, December 12th 2019

Chhapaak: Deepika Padukone's act takes Katie Piper's breath away, actor responds

As Chhapaak trailer made headlines, Deepika Padukone's act got a shoutout from another acid attack survivor Katie Piper. She said it took her breath away.

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After surprising fans with her look as an acid attack survivor in first looks of Chhapaak, Deepika Padukone took it a tch higher with trailer that was unveiled recently. actor stepping into shoes of Laxmi Agarwal won hearts galore, t just of her fans and netizens, but also  celeberities. Kangana Ranaut’s sister Rangoli Chandel, an acid attack surivivor, had given her thumbs up to Meghna Gulzar directorial. However, movie’s impact has t been restricted to India, an acid attack survivor from abroad too was overwhelmed after coming across trailer. Katie stated that trailer had taken her breath away, while adding that it took her three to four viewings for her for it all to sink in. Deepika was touched by her te and conveyed her gratitude, while expressing an intention to meet her. 

READ: Chhapaak: When Deepika Padukone Met Laxmi Agarwal, Acid-attack Survivor

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Taking to Twitter, Katie shared a te, “Watching this trailer took my breath away. I had to watch 3/4 times for it to all sink in. This film explores what it really means to survive an acid attack in Indian. Based on true events film follows Maltis traumatic medical jounrey and her fight for justice in a legal battle against her attacker, a man couldn’t cope with her rejecting his advances. Maltis face is permanently scarred but t her spirit, that is unbreakable. An untold story of trauma and triumph.” (sic) Deepika Padukone was overwhelmed and wrote, “Thank You so much for your shout out Katie and I look forward to meeting you sometime soon...!@KatiePiper_" 

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READ: Chhapaak: Here's Why Laxmi Agarwal Was Missing From Trailer Launch

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Katie Piper like Laxmi Agarwal was attacked by her ex-boyfriend with acid in 2008. attack had rendered her blind in one eye and dam to her face. However, she recovered t just physically but also mentally, after which she has featured in a documentary and written a book about her story. 

READ: Laxmi Agarwal's Real-life Story That Was Inspiration Behind 'Chhapaak'

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Chhapaak also stars Vikrant Massey in lead. Deepika Padukone also turns a producer with movie. Chhapaak hits atres on January 11, 2020. 

READ: Chhapaak: 'Aaj Mere Attack Ko 14 Saal Hogaye Hain', Laxmi Agarwal Recalls Story Of Her Acid Attack In This Touching Post

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18:11 IST, December 12th 2019