National Girl Child Day 2026 is observed annually on January 24. The day is marked as a powerful reminder of the potential every girl holds. Bollywood has often mirrored the strength, grace and resilience of girls through iconic characters that redefine traditional norms and showcase "girl-power." Here are some of the on-screen daughters are not just symbols of resilience but are inspirations for real-world change: 

Deepika Padukone`s journey from her debut in Om Shanti Om (2007) to her latest hit Kalki 2898 AD (2024) and Lady Singham of Singham Again (2024) has been remarkable. Ahead of Deepika Padukone`s birthday, let`s look at some of the best films of her career