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'Went through a lot, Wasn’t Easy': Deepika Padukone On Pregnancy Challenges, Battling New Mom Guilt

Deepika Padukone opens up about her pregnancy journey, new mom guilt, and the support from Ranveer Singh in a candid interview. Read more about her motherhood experience and upcoming projects.
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Updated:- 2025-05-08, 18:15 IST

In a candid interview with Marie Claire, actress Deepika Padukone shared her experiences and challenges during her pregnancy, revealing the emotional and physical toll it took on her. She expressed that the journey was not easy, stating, "I went through a lot in the eight, nine months of being pregnant." Despite the hardships, she emphasised the importance of the experience in her life.

Ranveer Singh's Support During Motherhood

Deepika also discussed the support she received from her husband, actor Ranveer Singh, during this time. She recalled how Ranveer encouraged her to take the lead in deciding when to start a family, saying, "He said, 'It’s your body. Yes, we’ll make the decision together, but ultimately it’s your body that will experience the change. So whenever you’re ready, that’s when we’ll do it.'"

 

 

 

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Choosing the Name 'Dua' for Their Daughter

Regarding the naming of their daughter, Deepika shared that the name 'Dua' came to her spontaneously after two months. She texted Ranveer about the name in the middle of the night, and he liked the idea instantly. She explained, "It felt like the perfect reflection of everything she represents to us, our prayer, our gift, our answer."

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Balancing Career and Motherhood

Balancing her career and new motherhood has been a learning curve for Deepika. She admitted to experiencing moments of 'mom guilt,' stating, "I do have to tell myself that your life doesn’t end the minute you have a child. You need to get back to your life, or at least a part of it. But every moment where I’m not able to be with her, there is guilt."

 

 

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Deepika Padukone’s Upcoming Projects

Professionally, Deepika is set to return to work soon, with filming for the sequel of 'Kalki 2898 AD' on the horizon. She is also reportedly set to star in 'King.'

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