Deepika Padukone, a global ambassador for Cartier, attended the luxury brand's star-studded En Équilibre High Jewellery Gala in Stockholm, Sweden. The event, held on May 28, 2025, marked the unveiling of Cartier's new high jewellery collection, "En Équilibre". This appearance was significant as it was one of her rare public outings and a major international engagement since welcoming her daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, with actor-husband Ranveer Singh in September 2024, after announcing the pregnancy in February 2024.

For the prestigious occasion, Padukone, styled by celebrity stylist Shaleena Nathani, wore a striking red ensemble from Ashi Studio's Fall 2023 collection. The outfit featured a strapless blood-red dress complemented by a floor-length robe draped over her shoulders. This robe was distinguished by a boat neckline, an open front, full-length sleeves, an exaggerated flap design on the bodice, a curved hem, and a floor-sweeping train. Her look was accessorized with exquisite Cartier jewels, notably the Pavocelle necklace from the new En Équilibre collection. According to Cartier, this necklace is inspired by the peacock and features an exceptional 58.08-carat sapphire cabochon as its centerpiece, set within a structure of openwork motifs reminiscent of the peacock's tail, and adorned with numerous glittering diamonds. She also wore dainty diamond earrings to complete her accessories.

Padukone's hair was styled in a slicked-back look with a side-parting. Her makeup choices for the event included glittery nude eyeshadow, feathered brows, flushed cheeks, glowing highlighter, glossy nude brown lips, mascara-adorned lashes, and soft contouring, all contributing to her glamorous appearance.

The actor, who is currently on maternity break, shared photos from the Stockholm event on Instagram with the caption, “Hej (Hi) from Stockholm.” Her appearance drew considerable attention and positive reactions on social media, with fans calling her “Queen” and praising her look. Social media personality Orhan Awatramani, also known as Orry, commented, “Looking superior.” Padukone has been associated with Cartier as its first global ambassador from India and previously attended the brand's 25th-anniversary celebrations in Abu Dhabi. At the Stockholm gala, she shared the spotlight with other international celebrities, including actor Zoe Saldana, reinforcing her status as a prominent Indian voice in global fashion conversations. This event occurred amid some controversy regarding her reported exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film "Spirit," though Padukone has stated she stands by her decisions and listens to her inner voice.

On the professional front, Deepika Padukone was last seen in Siddharth Anand’s "Fighter" alongside Hrithik Roshan and also played the leading lady in Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi epic "Kalki 2898 AD". She is also anticipated to make a cameo appearance in Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming action thriller "King". Despite her maternity leave, her presence at the Cartier gala underscored her continued influence in global fashion and pop culture.