When South Korean actress Jung Ho-yeon created history by attending the trophy ceremony at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, football fans were reminded of one such proud historic moment involving an Indian global star. During the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final held in Qatar, Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone became the first Indian in history to unveil the FIFA World Cup trophy. The pictures and videos of that historic moment are still extremely popular among fans on the internet.
Pictures and videos of the event soon went viral on the internet, and Deepika was seen wearing a golden overcoat with a white shirt as she took to the pitch to unveil the trophy.
Deepika unveils the trophy with Iker Casillas
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone joined hands with Spanish footballer Iker Casillas to unveil the FIFA World Cup trophy ahead of the final match between Argentina and France. Under FIFA protocol, only a select few people are allowed to touch or carry it, including former FIFA World Cup winners, heads of state and designated officials.
Deepika’s presence marked a historic milestone, making her the first Indian to have the honor of unveiling football’s most prestigious award.
Ranveer Singh was seen cheering from the stands
Deepika and her husband Ranveer Singh were also present in the final. In videos shared by fans on social media, the couple was seen enjoying the match from the stands. In one of the clips, Ranveer can be seen excitedly discussing the game with a friend, while Deepika was watching the game happening on the pitch.
FIFA World Cup final decorated with stars
The 2022 FIFA World Cup Final between Argentina and France attracted celebrities from all over the world. In one of the most memorable finals in the tournament’s history, Argentina defeated France on penalties to win the trophy after 38 years.
Several Indian celebrities were present at the Lusail Stadium, including Shah Rukh Khan, Nora Fatehi, Karisma Kapoor, Raveena Tandon and Kartik Aryan.
Jang Ho-yeon carries this tradition forward into 2026
At the FIFA World Cup 2026 Finals, ‘Squid Game’ star Jung Ho-yeon added another milestone in football history by becoming the first Korean actor to attend an official FIFA World Cup trophy ceremony. As global ambassador for Louis Vuitton, ahead of Spain’s final match against Argentina, she walked onto the court with Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz carrying a specially designed trophy case. His style caught everyone’s attention and highlighted the growing presence of Asian stars on football’s biggest stage.