Deepika Padukone has finally reacted to the ongoing chatter around her alleged silence on husband Ranveer Singh‘s Dhurandhar 2, and her response is now grabbing major attention online.

The actress recently became the center of discussion after reports claimed she skipped the film’s premiere and refrained from publicly praising the project, despite its massive box office success. Social media quickly picked up on the narrative, with many speculating whether her silence hinted at something deeper.

However, Deepika has now put all rumours to rest with a sharp and confident reply.

Responding to the chatter, she commented, “The latter my friend… P.S. I watched it way before any of you did 😉 Now who is the joke on?” — instantly shutting down assumptions and taking control of the narrative.

Her statement makes it clear that she was never “ignoring” the film but had already watched it privately, choosing not to engage in the online noise.

The response has since gone viral, with fans praising her for handling the situation with wit and confidence. Many also pointed out how quickly speculation can spiral without facts, especially when it involves high-profile stars.

Meanwhile, Dhurandhar 2 continues to dominate the box office, and with Deepika’s reaction now in the spotlight, the conversation around the film has only intensified.

One thing is certain, Deepika Padukone knows exactly how to make a statement, even in silence.

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