India, July 13 -- Hema Malini has found her choice for the actress who could portray her on the big screen if her life ever becomes a film. During an event celebrating her remarkable six-decade journey in cinema, the veteran actor said she would be happy to see Deepika Padukone step into her shoes.

While the comment immediately caught fans' attention, it wasn't the first time Hema and Deepika's careers have crossed paths. From Om Shanti Om to a special book launch, the two actors share a connection that stretches back several years.

Hema Malini Names Deepika Padukone As Her Choice

During Hema Malini - Live In Concert: Celebrating the Dream Girl's Diamond Jubilee - 60 Glorious Years in Cinema, held at Mumbai's Shanmukhananda Hall, Hema ...