Bollywood’s latest superstar, Deepika Padukone got the award for special achievement for reinventing herself as a leading lady with acting chops; and for delivering a slew of hits in 2013, including Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Chennai Express and Ram-Leela. She broke down after receiving the award for special achievement from her father Prakash Padukone. Upon accpeting her award she said “I think this is really for my parents who allowed me to live my dream. And with this award I think I’d like to tell all the parents out there to allow your childreen to live their dream. This is only been possible because they belived in me more than I belived in myself and they’ve been so so so supportive. Living away from family is not so easy but to always make me feel like they’re there for me, no matter what… uhm.. this wouldn’t have been possible without you two. So.. I thank you.”
Deepika Padukone wins Indian Of The Year 2013 – An emotional acceptance speech!
