New Delhi, July 3 -- It's a proud moment for India as Bollywood star Deepika Padukone is set to receive a prestigious star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next year. She becomes the first Indian and also the first Indian actor to be honoured with a star on California's iconic sidewalk, which spans both sides of Hollywood Boulevard from Gower to La Brea, as well as Vine Street from Yucca to Sunset.

Besides Deepika, Indian-American actor, writer, producer, and director Mindy Kaling received a star earlier this year. She was the first South Asian woman to do so.

Celebrating her acheivement, Mindy had shared in a heartfelt note on her Instagram: "Yesterday was one of the most special days of my life! I was surrounded by my dearest friends and...