Director Indrajit Lankesh, known for his upcoming film “Jai Hind Jai Sindh,” revisited the moment when he kickstarted Deepika Padukone’s cinematic journey by casting her in his Kannada movie “Aishwarya.” Lankesh was captivated by Deepika’s confidence and screen presence, foreseeing a bright future for her in the industry.
During their first encounter, arranged by Pooja Dadlani, who managed Deepika at the time, Lankesh was quick to decide on casting her, impressed by her instant connection with the character during the story narration.
Noticing Deepika’s exceptional qualities early on, Lankesh predicted her global success, a vision that came true when she ventured into Hollywood.
Director Indrajit Lankesh Reflects on Launching Deepika Padukone’s Career
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