Vin Diesel and Deepika Padukone

Fans of Deepika Padukone can rejoice as her Hollywood debut xXx: The Return of Xander Cage will be releasing in India first before anywhere else in the world. The film, which pairs her with Vin Diesel, releases in India mid next month.

"Thrilled to announce that 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage will release in India first! Before anywhere else in the world! January 14," Deepika announced on Twitter.

In a media statement, Ajit Andhare, COO Viacom18 Motion Pictures said, "For Hollywood movies in India, 2017 couldn't have started on a more promising note. Our very own Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone will be seen in a leading role in the movie."

In her debut international film, Deepika will appear in a never-seen-before avatar. The American action film has been directed by DJ Caruso and also stars Nina Dobrev and Ruby Rose.