Bollywood superstar and global fashion icon Deepika Padukone has reportedly pulled out of her highly anticipated appearance at Paris Fashion Week 2026. The actress, who was set to represent luxury giant Louis Vuitton as its brand ambassador, had to cancel her travel plans following a series of flight cancellations.
According to industry sources, Padukone was scheduled to fly to the French capital on March 9 to attend the prestigious Fall/Winter showcase on March 10. However, escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia (specifically the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the US) led to widespread airspace closures and the cancellation of several international routes.
Last-Minute Change of Plans
Insiders reveal that the actress was fully prepared for the event before the travel chaos began. A source close to the star shared:
“Deepika was initially confirmed to attend. She had already finalized her outfits and completed several rounds of fittings for the appearance. However, her flight was among the many grounded over the last few days.”
Beyond the logistical hurdles, reports suggest that Padukone and her team also considered the safety risks of international travel during this period of uncertainty. After discussions with the Louis Vuitton team, it was decided that skipping the show was the most responsible course of action. The fashion house is said to have been “naturally understanding” of the situation.
A Rare Miss for the Global Ambassador
This marks a rare absence for Padukone, who has become a staple at major international fashion events. Since being appointed as the first Indian House Ambassador for Louis Vuitton in 2022, she has consistently made headlines with her red-carpet choices at Paris Fashion Week and the Met Gala.
While fans were eager to see her latest look, the actress has been balancing a busy personal and professional life. Having welcomed her daughter, Dua, in September 2024, Deepika has been selective about her public appearances.
What’s Next for Deepika?
Despite the missed appearance in Paris, Padukone has a packed calendar for the rest of 2026:Film Projects: She is set to reunite with Shah Rukh Khan in the high-octane film King, which also stars Suhana Khan.
She is reportedly working on an upcoming project with director Atlee, featuring Allu Arjun.
Recently, the actress used her platform to voice concerns over Mumbai’s air quality, showing that her focus remains equally split between her global career and local social issues. To know such latest updates tuned tellyboosters.com Thank you!
