‘Being Stressed Is Natural’: Deepika Padukone Talks About Exam Stress, Gives Mental Health Tips On Pariksha Pe Charcha

The second episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 was live-streamed today, featuring actress, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate Deepika Padukone.

The second episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 was live-streamed today, featuring actress, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate Deepika Padukone. Engaging with students, she emphasised the importance of mental well-being and shared personal insights on handling stress.

The episode is available for viewing on the YouTube channels of the Ministry of Education, MyGov India, and PM Modi, as well as on Doordarshan.

Deepika Padukone Shares Childhood Memories and Exam Struggles

Making a grand entrance, Deepika greeted students with a warm smile before sharing a lighthearted anecdote from her childhood. “I was a very naughty child. I would always climb onto tables, chairs, and sofas and jump off them," she recalled with a laugh.

She also opened up about her exam experiences, admitting, “I used to get extremely stressed during exams, particularly because I was weak in math – a subject I still struggle with."

 

‘Being Stressed Is Natural’: Deepika’s Advice on Handling Pressure

During the session, Deepika provided valuable tips for managing stress and encouraged students to express their emotions rather than suppress them.

“We all face stress. I was really weak in Maths—still am! Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also mentioned in his book that we should always express our feelings instead of suppressing them. Journaling is a great way to do that," she advised.

Emphasizing a healthy approach to exam preparation, she added, “Being stressed is natural and it is a part of life. How we handle it is the important thing… Having patience is important regarding the exams and the results… We can only do what is in our control; we can sleep well, hydrate well, exercise, and meditate."

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025: Inspiring Students for Success

Pariksha Pe Charcha is an annual initiative where Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with students to discuss exam-related stress, education, and staying motivated. The eighth edition kicked off earlier this week, with the Prime Minister visiting Delhi’s Sunder Nursery to talk to students about managing academic pressure.

This year’s edition features several distinguished personalities, including Deepika Padukone, boxing champion MC Mary Kom, and spiritual leader Sadhguru, who have come forward to share their experiences and inspire students to navigate challenges with confidence.