Deepika faced intense trolling and criticism after candidly sharing about seeing other people while in a relationship with Ranveer.

Celebrating their 5th wedding anniversary today, the couple, who secretly got engaged three years prior, exchanged vows at Lake Como, Italy, on November 14, surrounded by family and close friends.

Despite the initial hype, their appearance on Koffee With Karan 8 led to a backlash, especially directed at Deepika for expressing her thoughts openly.

In a recent magazine cover feature, Deepika Padukone opened up about managing social media criticism. She emphasized her commitment to expressing herself authentically, unafraid to admit mistakes and offer apologies.

According to her, speaking her truth and holding a different viewpoint is a natural part of who she is.

Addressing the ongoing nepotism debate, Deepika acknowledged its existence in the industry, citing her own experience as an outsider breaking into the industry 15 or 20 years ago.

She expressed that making a mark in a profession outside one’s family background is challenging, and the discussion around nepotism is not a new trend but a longstanding reality.

Deepika Padukone’s revelation about being allowed to see other people while being mentally committed to Ranveer Singh not only sparked a wave of memes but also ignited a social media debate.