Deepika Padukone has been in the spotlight after her remarks about 8-hour work shifts in Bollywood. Now, she’s trending again for another reason. The actor has been appointed as India’s first-ever Mental Health Ambassador.
She will work with the Government of India to design policies that ensure equal access to mental healthcare. The move has generated mixed reactions online. Fans praised the government for acknowledging mental health as a national priority.
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But not everyone agrees with her appointment. Some questioned why Deepika was chosen over a qualified psychiatrist or psychologist. Others linked the decision to politics, claiming she was picked despite her past support for the opposition.
Trollers argue she lacks professional qualifications and was selected only because she once spoke about her depression after a breakup. However, many people have defended her, saying the role is symbolic, not clinical.
Supporters pointed out that Deepika founded the Live Love Laugh Foundation in 2015. The organisation provides counselling and mental health awareness through initiatives like Dobara Poocho and rural outreach programs.
Over the years, she has openly shared her story and worked to fight the stigma around mental health. Her consistent advocacy has made her one of India’s most influential voices in this space.
While she isn’t a medical expert, Deepika brings empathy, experience, and wide reach. Her voice can inspire millions to seek help and talk about mental health openly. In awareness, compassion and visibility matter as much as professional expertise.
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