Deepika Padukone – Biography & Career Overview
Full Name:
Deepika Padukone
Date of Birth:
5 January 1986
Place of Birth:
Copenhagen, Denmark (raised in Bengaluru, India)
Parents:
Father: Prakash Padukone (legendary Indian badminton player)
Mother: Ujjala Padukone (travel agent)
Nationality:
Indian
Early Life & Background
Deepika was born in Copenhagen but moved to Bengaluru at a young age. Coming from a sports family, she initially pursued badminton at a national level. However, she shifted her focus to modeling during her teenage years, which later paved the way to Bollywood.
Modeling Career
Featured in several high-profile ad campaigns before entering films.
Gained fame in the modeling industry, especially after her appearance in the 2006 Kingfisher Calendar.
Appeared in music videos such as “Naam Hai Tera” by Himesh Reshammiya.
Film Career Timeline
| Year | Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Aishwarya (Kannada) | Acting debut opposite Upendra. |
| 2007 | Om Shanti Om | Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan; huge hit. |
| 2009–2012 | Love Aaj Kal, Housefull, Cocktail | Established herself as a leading actress. |
| 2013 | Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Chennai Express, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela | Breakthrough year with 3 blockbusters. |
| 2015 | Piku, Bajirao Mastani | Won Filmfare Best Actress for Piku. |
| 2018 | Padmaavat | One of the highest-grossing films in India. |
| 2023 | Pathaan, Jawan (cameo) | Part of major box office successes. |
Hollywood Venture
xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017) opposite Vin Diesel marked her Hollywood debut.
Awards & Achievements
Multiple Filmfare Awards including Best Actress.
Named among TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in the World (2018).
Brand ambassador for several global brands like L’Oréal Paris, Louis Vuitton, and Levi’s.
Philanthropy & Other Work
Founder of The Live Love Laugh Foundation, focusing on mental health awareness.
Vocal advocate for depression awareness after sharing her own struggle.
Personal Life
Married actor Ranveer Singh in November 2018 in a private ceremony in Lake Como, Italy.
Interesting Facts
She’s left-handed.
Plays badminton and enjoys fitness training.
Known for her impeccable fashion sense and red carpet appearances.
