Ayushmann makes it to TIME's 100 Most Influential list: Deepika pens his profile

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana has been named among the world's 100 most influential people by the Time Magazine. Deepika Padukone, who was part of the list in 2018, has written Khurrana's profile for the magazine.

Mumbai: National Award-winning actor Ayushmann Khurrana has featured in TIME’s 100 Most Influential list. His profile has been penned by Deepika Padukone.

Adding another feather to his cap, Ayushmann has been named as one of the most influential people in the world by TIME, which has featured him in the most coveted and prestigious 'Time's 100 most influential people' list of 2020. Deepika, who was part of the list in 2018, has written Khurrana's profile for the magazine.

The annual listicle of the 100 most influential people in the world, assembled by the magazine features people who are recognized for changing the world, regardless of the consequences of their actions.

His profile penned by Padukone reads, "I remember Ayushmann Khurrana vividly from his debut film, Vicky Donor, " says Deepika about Ayushmann. "He had, of course, been a part of the entertainment industry in various other ways for several years before that, but the reason you and I talk about him today is because of the impact he has been able to create through memorable films and iconic characters."

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Lauding Khurrana's constant efforts to steer away from the idea of quintessential Bollywood hero, Deepika wrote, "Where male protagonist roles often fall into the trap of stereotypical masculinity, Ayushmann has successfully and convincingly transformed into characters who challenge those very stereotypes."

"In India, with a population of more than 1.3 billion, only a tiny percentage of people see their dreams come alive, and Ayushmann Khurrana is one of them. You’re probably wondering, How? Talent and hard work. Sure, that goes without saying. But more important, patience, perseverance, and fearlessness. A little insight for those who dare to dream," she concluded.

For this year, five Indians have been featured on this list, including Ayushmann. The others are Narendra Modi, Indian Prime Minister, Sundar Pichai CEO of Google, and London based Indian origin doctor Ravindra Gupta, who found a cure for AIDS, and Bilkis - Dadi of Shaheen Bagh.