‘If She Wants, She Can Do It…’: Hema Malini Picks Deepika Padukone to Play Her in a Biopic

Veteran actor and BJP MP Hema Malini has completed an extraordinary 60-year journey in Indian cinema, marking a milestone that was celebrated with a grand Diamond Jubilee event attended by several prominent personalities from the film industry.

During the celebrations, the legendary actress was asked an interesting question—who she would like to see portray her if a biopic on her life were ever made.

Without taking much time to think, Hema Malini named Deepika Padukone, saying that if the actress wished to do it, she would be the perfect choice to bring her remarkable journey to life on screen.

Her response has generated excitement among movie lovers, especially as biographical films continue to be one of Bollywood’s most popular genres.

A Special Connection With Deepika Padukone

The admiration between Hema Malini and Deepika Padukone is not new.

Several years ago, Deepika unveiled filmmaker and author Ram Kamal Mukherjee’s biography on Hema Malini titled Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl. Reports at the time revealed that Hema Malini herself had chosen Deepika to launch the book, reflecting the respect she has for the actress.

That association has now added another emotional layer to Hema Malini’s wish of seeing Deepika portray her on the silver screen.

The Legacy of Bollywood’s ‘Dream Girl’

Hema Malini made her Hindi film debut in 1968 with Sapno Ka Saudagar, opposite the legendary Raj Kapoor.

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Over the following decades, she established herself as one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated actresses, delivering unforgettable performances in classics such as Seeta Aur Geeta, Sholay, Dream Girl, Satte Pe Satta, Kranti, Trishul, The Burning Train, and Baghban.

Her elegance, versatility, and exceptional acting skills earned her the iconic title of “Dream Girl,” a nickname that has remained closely associated with her throughout her illustrious career.

Beyond Films

Apart from her achievements in cinema, Hema Malini has also built an impressive career as a Bharatanatyam dancer, filmmaker, producer, and politician.

She currently serves as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament from Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, while continuing to participate in cultural programmes and selective film projects.

As Bollywood continues to explore the lives of iconic personalities through biopics, Hema Malini’s endorsement of Deepika Padukone has naturally sparked curiosity among fans. While there has been no official announcement regarding a film based on her life, the veteran actress has already made it clear who she believes would be the ideal person to portray the legendary “Dream Girl” on the big screen.