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Bollywood star Deepika Padukone celebrated in her 40th birthday before the actual day with her fans. The actress met fans before leaving for New York and cut her birthday cake in a heartwarming celebration that has since taken over social media, as unseen videos from the fan meet went viral.
The actor, who has had a two-decade-long journey in Indian cinema, chose to mark her milestone birthday surrounded by her supporters. Clips shared online show Deepika cutting a birthday cake while the crowd sang along to “Aankhon Mein Teri” from her breakthrough film Om Shanti Om, creating a nostalgic and emotional atmosphere.
Deepika’s cake cutting ceremony with her fans
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In the videos, Deepika is seen smiling and interacting with fans as they chant her name and cheer her on. Some clips also captured emotional fan reactions as Deepika took pictures and interacted well-wishers, creating moments that were shared widely under birthday hashtags.
I don’t think I can actually say anything. This was such a special moment 🥹💕#HappyBirthdayDeepikaPadukone pic.twitter.com/MunaEGwXdy
— Divi 🐬 (@Chuprehbkl) January 4, 2026
Deepika’s decision to celebrate with fans, rather than a private, celebrity-only party, struck a chord online. Social media users praised her humility and connection with her audience, with many commenting on how meaningful it was to see her share the day so openly.
Happy birthday DP ♥️ some stills from her fan meet event
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Fans also showered her with affection using trending hashtags dedicated to the occasion, celebrating not only her career achievements but her off-screen persona as well. Many posts highlighted how Deepika has grown over the years, from a leading lady in romantic dramas to a versatile actor known for Piku, Padmaavat, Chhapaak, and several other hits.
As Deepika steps into her 40s, her fan-filled birthday celebration is being remembered not just as a personal milestone, but as a moment of connection and gratitude between one of Bollywood’s most celebrated stars and the supporters who have championed her career.
