Did Deepika Padukone post in support of Sonam Wangchuk? Fact checking viral 'failed leader' Instagram post

A viral screenshot falsely claims Deepika Padukone posted an Instagram Story supporting activist Sonam Wangchuk.

The alleged post included a caption criticizing 'failed leadership' and questioning democratic values.

No evidence of the post exists on Deepika Padukone's verified Instagram account or archived social media activity.

The screenshot is believed to be digitally manipulated; the claim is fact-checked as false.

Sonam Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike for 19 days at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi.