Diana Penty praises Deepika Padukone’s discipline and stunning transformation as Veronica in 'Cocktail'

Diana Penty praises Deepika Padukone’s discipline and stunning transformation as Veronica in 'Cocktail'

 15:06 23/06/2025

Diana Penty fondly recalls her Bollywood debut in 'Cocktail', praising Deepika Padukone’s disciplined and stunning performance as Veronica. She credits the film’s success to their contrasting characters and stylist Anita Adjania’s impactful fashion, which perfectly captured Meera’s simple yet chic transformation influenced by Veronica’s style.
Diana Penty recalls losing out on Nargis Fakhri's role in Imtiaz Ali's Rockstar with Ranbir Kapoor: 'I was kind of relieved because...'

Diana Penty recalls losing out on Nargis Fakhri's role in Imtiaz Ali's Rockstar with Ranbir Kapoor: 'I was kind of relieved because...'

 08:07 20/06/2025

Diana Penty nearly starred opposite Ranbir Kapoor in Imtiaz Ali's Rockstar. She attended workshops but felt unready. A year later, she got a call for Cocktail. Imtiaz Ali remembered her and thought she fit the role. Diana auditioned and got the part within 24 hours. Cocktail became a hit, launching her Bollywood career alongside Saif Ali Khan and Deepika Padukone.
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