After Aamir Khan's wife, Kiran Rao stepped down as the chairperson of MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, the board collectively decided and declared actor Deepika Padukone as the new chairperson. The Padmaavat actor stands as the 21st chairperson of this prestigious film body.

The factors that were taken into consideration before unanimously voting for Deepika was her notable contribution towards cinema, nationally and internationally. Her connection with the youth, especially after she came out in the open to create awareness about mental health, played a crucial role in appointing her as the chairperson, reported Mumbai Mirror.