Deepika Padukone to receive World Economic Forum’s prestigious Crystal Award at Davos

The global icon who has been a the leading personality for global cinema and the cause of mental health, Deepika Padukone receives the World Economic Forum’s prestigious 26th Annual Crystal Award for her extraordinary contribution towards the cause of mental health.

Deepika Padukone jets off to Switzerland to attend the World Economic Forum 2020 being held in Davos where she will be honored with the prestigious  Crystal awards in the presence of some of the leading personalities from across the world from all walks of life. Deepika Padukone is an internationally acclaimed actor, fashion icon and mental health ambassador from India.

The actress will be representing India and would be taking to the podium along with the President of the United States, Donald Trump and many other world  class speakers.

To announce the same, WEF took to the forum and announced earlier thar they are delighted to celebrate the leadership of artist Theaster Gates for his leadership in creating sustainable communities, Jin Xing for her leadership in shaping inclusive cultural norms, Deepika Padukone, for her leadership in raising mental health awareness and Lynette Wallworth, for her leadership in creating inclusive narratives.

Deepika has been always vocal about mental health and to further spread awareness about the cause, the actress has been taking various steps to reach out to the maximum people. She also started the “Live Love Laugh” foundation.

Recently, a leading magazine named the actress as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

On the work front, her recently released Chhapaak has been receiving wide appreciation for being the most important film of the year. The actress will be next seen in 83 alongside Ranveer Singh. Also, soon will start shooting for Shakun Batra’s directorial.