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Deepika borrowed Rs 10,000 from her mother; she knew at 16 she wanted to act
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- Deepika Padukone's ambition to be an actress sparked at a young age, leading her to borrow Rs 10,000 from her mother for a portfolio shoot with a promise to repay her. In a touching talk on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show', she reflected on her father's impact and her love for acting.
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Nov 12, 2026 · Updated 11/12/2026, 10:59:23 AM · Reported with: Times of India Entertainment
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