Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone' Hollywood debut film "xXx: Return of Xander Cage" saw a star-studded premiere here on Thursday. Many Bollywood celebrities attended the event and wished the stars of the film including Hollywood star Vin Diesel.
The leading lady of the film thanked all for the overwhelming response and told media: "I feel so happy that all of you and the fans have been so amazing. They did expect the overwhelming response but I think we surpassed even that. Just the way everyone has put forward his or her best to welcome our guest, it's amazing. I could see they had goosebumps that moment."
The actress was looking stunning in a sequin gold gown.
Along with Vin Diesel and Deepika, many Bollywood celebrities like Irfan khan, Shabana Azmi, Rana Daggubati, Karan Johar, Kalki Koechlin, Kriti Sanon, Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor and others attended the premiere of the film.
"I am the fan of Deepika. I am not a big fan of action movies but I came here to wish her for her Hollywood debut. I am very excited to see her on big international screen," said filmmaker Karan Johar.
Shahid Kapoor wished the actress too.
"The first installment of 'XXX...' released 14 years ago and I was in complete love with it. I am sure this is going to be fantastic," he said.
The ever-energetic actor Ranveer Singh who will be sharing the screen again with Deepika in "Padmavati" feels proud of his co-actress: "Deepika is very special co-star for me. She is an extremely gifted actor and amazing movie star, somebody whom I admire a lot."
"xXx: Return of Xander Cage" is an American action film and has been directed by D. J. Caruso. The film also stars Donnie Yen, Kris Wu, Ruby Rose, Tony Jaa, Nina Dobrev, Toni Collette and Samuel L. Jackson.
B-TOWN CELEBS PRAISE DEEPIKA'S 'CONFIDENT' HOLLYWOOD DEBUT
Bollywood celebrities like Ashutosh Gowariker, Irrfan Khan and Preity Zinta have praised actress Deepika Padukone for her "confident" debut in Hollywood with the action film "xXx: Return of Xander Cage".
"xXx: Return of Xander Cage", which also stars Vin Diesel and Donnie Yen among others, had a star-studded premiere here on Thursday.
Post that, various celebs took to Twitter to praise Deepika's performance in the film.
Here's what these celebs tweeted:
Ashutosh Gowariker: Way to go Deepika Padukone! A super confident debut in Hollywood! And you've matched Vin, Donnie and Tony in the hi-octane action "xXx: Return of Xander Cage".
Irrfan Khan: What a charming, sharp, action-packed entry into Hollywood. Only fly from here Deepika Padukone. 'xXx: Return Of Xander Cage'.
Congrats & All the best @deepikapadukone for #XXXReturnofXanderCage š I'm sure you will rock it š Nice to see U Smiling & Shining tonightš
— Preity zinta (@realpreityzinta) January 12, 2017
Preity Zinta: Congrats and all the best, Deepika Padukone for 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage'. I'm sure you will rock it. Nice to see you smiling and shining tonight.
Milap Zaveri: 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' is like 'Dhoom 35' insane action! So proud of Deepika Padukone, who has a kicka** role! Punchlines, punches, depth, glamour and style! Most big Hollywood heroines don't have much to do usually in big action franchises. Brilliant to see Deepika Padukone in a great role!
Jackky Bhagnani: Had a great time with the gorgeous Deepika Padukone and Vin Diesel at 'xXx..." India Premiere. wish you all the best for the film.
