Deepika Padukone at 40: A Look at Her Rs. 500 Crore Empire and Global Influence

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Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone celebrated her 40th birthday on 5 January 2026, marking the milestone with an estimated net worth of Rs. 500 crore. While fans cheered her cinematic legacy, the actress used the occasion to shift her focus from solo stardom to institutional building.

By launching ‘The OnSet Program,’ she has officially transitioned from being one of India's highest-paid actors to a primary mentor for the next generation of industry, signaling a long-term commitment to the backbone of Indian cinema.

From Famous Actor to Industry Leader

Deepika Padukone earns between Rs. 15 and Rs. 30 crore for each movie, which makes her one of the highest-paid actors in India. She also owns a successful beauty brand called 82°E. She has recently started ‘The OnSet Program’ to help young creators. This program provides opportunities to new writers, directors, and anyone who works behind the scenes in films and TV.

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According to India Today, Deepika was excited about the release and said, "I am beyond thrilled to launch my passion project – ‘OnSet’ – an experiential learning program for technicians across various departments wanting to build a career in Indian film, television and advertising."

Reports from The Times of India mention that the actress owns a Rs. 119 crore home in Bandra and a Rs. 42 crore apartment in Worli.

How "OnSet" Will Change the Creative Economy?

Deepika’s new program is the real ‘value-add’ for the industry. It can be considered an upgraded version of the Banglar Yuva Sathi scheme in the movie world. Her ‘OnSet’ project helps people earn jobs. It bridges the gap between learning and working for technical staff. This is important as it is often difficult for new technicians to find work in Bollywood.

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Deepika is building a team of talented people who might work for her own company, Ka Productions, in the future. According to Hindustan Times, the program helps eleven different departments, including art direction and hair styling.

It further added that, “Deepika hopes to provide training opportunities to promising talent through the programme... which will also function as a launch playfield for individuals who have the relevant expertise and experience to lead their own projects.”

Deepika Padukone, at 40, has grown into a smart business leader who spends more time building platforms instead of just pursuing her acting career.

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