Deepika Padukone as 'Draupadi': Here's how fans have reacted

Deepika Padukone is all set to co-produce the epic mythology Mahabharat along with Indian film producer Madhu Mantena. The story will be narrated from Draupadi's point of view and Deepika will be playing the lead role in the movie. She has also worked earlier in historic drama films like Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic-drama Bajirao Mastani and Padmaavat which earned her critical acclaim for the brave performances. 

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Fan reactions on Deepika Padukone as Draupadi

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Deepika said in an interview with a leading portal that she is thrilled and honoured to portray the role of Draupadi. As per the actor, Mahabharat is popularly famous for its mythological tales and deep influence of the culture. She added that she has also learned a lot of life lessons from Mahabharat and is curious to tell the story with a fresh take. Deepika's fans have expressed their happiness on social media with their tweets.

One of the fans tweeted by saying that the project will be an extravaganza as Deepika will play the role with complete perfection in this ambitious project while the other said that Draupadi is one of the strongest characters in Mahabharat and Deepika will surely do justice with it. All of her fans have showered an immense amount of love on social media by posting their comments. The film will be divided into series and the first part will be released on Diwali 2021. Producer Madhu Mantena said in an interview with an entertainment portal that most of us have consumed Mahabharat in their life and the uniqueness of their film is seeing the same story from Draupadi's point of view who is considered as one of the significant heroines in the country. As per him, Deepika is one of the biggest stars in the country who can take the narrative forward and across the borders. The announcement of the project has created a strong buzz all over the internet.

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The 33-year-old actor has completed the shooting of her upcoming film Chhapaak. The movie is co-written and directed by Meghna Gulzar. It is produced by Leena Yadav. It will clash with Om Raut's Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior which features Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan, and Kajol. The film will hit the screens on January 10, 2020. 

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