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Deepika Padukone’s Hilton Campaign Reel Hits 1.9 Billion Views, Sets Instagram Record

Her viral hotel ad’s unprecedented engagement underscores her selection for the Hollywood Walk of Fame’s Class of 2026.

Deepika Padukone's Instagram reel has crossed 1.9 billion views.
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Overview

  • The reel reached 1.9 billion views within eight weeks of its mid-June launch, making it the fastest to hit that mark.
  • It surpassed previous most-viewed reels, including Hardik Pandya’s BGMI collaboration (1.6 billion views), the “Flex Your New Phone” clip (1.4 billion), and Cristiano Ronaldo’s (~500 million).
  • The video was produced as part of Hilton’s “It Matters Where You Stay” paid partnership, demonstrating the power of influencer-brand collaborations.
  • Padukone’s 80 million-strong Instagram following has propelled the reel’s viral spread and solidified her digital influence.
  • She will become the first Indian actress to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2026, highlighting her growing global stature.