Asha Parekh on Deepika Padukone playing Padmavati

Legendary actress Asha Parekh who has seen Deepika Padukone starrer Padmaavat in a screening held recently is all praise for the actress.

The veteran actress shared in elation, "I would like to congratulate Deepika Padukone for her performance. If today I had to make a film on Rani Padmavati, I would cast none other but Deepika. Her grace, when she dances or acts is simply commendable and the "Ghoomar" dance that they've objected to is so beautiful!"

Deepika Padukone has been garnering accolades from all quarters for her performance in the film, with a special mention to the sensational climax scene of the film.

Deepika Padukone's Padmaavat has been creating a sensation at the box office. Her film has been one of her biggest openings, despite the film not releasing at several territories.

Pamaavat had collected 5 cr on Wednesday, 19 crores on Thursday, 32 crores on Friday and the film has collected 32.50 crores on Saturday as per early estimates.

Deepika Padukone's Padmaavathas have been received very well in overseas also, where the performance of the actress has been loved by everyone.

Deepika Padukone's fans had created a frenzy on social media on the day of release by creating a never seen before unique #DP1stDay1stShow where they celebrated the release of Deepika Padukone's film Padmaavat.