All about: Deepika Padukone
- Birth: 5 January 1986 (Copenhagen, Denmark)
- Parents: Ujjala (Mother), Prakash Padukone (father)
- Siblings: Anisha
- Spouse: Ranveer Singh
- Children: Dua Padukone Singh
- Profession: Model, Actress
- Website: https://www.deepikapadukone.com/
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Deepika Padukone: The Making of a Modern Global Icon
Deepika Padukone was born on 5 January 1986 in Copenhagen, Denmark, and was raised in Bengaluru, India.
💛 Family & Personal Life
Deepika married actor Ranveer Singh in 2018.
Their child:
- Dua Padukone Singh
The couple is admired for their on- and off-screen partnership in films such as Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani, and Padmaavat.
She is the daughter of:
- Prakash Padukone, legendary Indian badminton player
- Ujjala Padukone, a travel consultant
She has one younger sister:
- Anisha Padukone, a professional golfer
Deepika initially trained as a badminton player but later transitioned into modeling, eventually leading her toward a career in films.
Education:
- Schooling: Sophia High School (Bangalore)
- College: Mount Carmel College
- Indira Gandhi National Open University (Enroller for Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology)
🎬 Career Journey
Debut & Breakthrough
Deepika made a sensational Bollywood debut with Om Shanti Om (2007) opposite Shah Rukh Khan, instantly becoming a household name.
Significant Films & Milestones
She delivered acclaimed performances in films such as:
- Cocktail
- Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
- Chennai Express
- Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela
- Bajirao Mastani
- Piku
- Padmaavat
- Chhapaak (as producer + lead)
Hollywood Entry
She starred in xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017) with Vin Diesel, earning international recognition.
🌐 Global Influence
A regular at Cannes Film Festival and the Met Gala, Deepika is known for elevating Indian representation globally. She has featured in lists like:
- Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People
- Forbes India’s Celebrity 100
🧠 Mental Health Advocacy
After personally experiencing depression, Deepika founded the Live Love Laugh Foundation (LLL) to spread awareness, provide support, and normalize conversations around mental health in India.
🎥 Producer & Entrepreneur
Deepika also works beyond acting:
Producer
Founder of KA Productions, backing films like:
- Chhapaak
- 83
- Gehraiyaan
Entrepreneur
Co-founder of 82°E, her global self-care and skincare brand.
🏆 Awards & Achievements
Deepika has received:
- Multiple Filmfare Awards
- Worldwide recognition for fashion, philanthropy, and cinema
- Distinction as one of India’s highest-paid and most influential public figures
Deepika Padukone – Filmography
| Year | Title | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Aishwarya | Aishwarya Pai | Kannada film |
| 2007 | Om Shanti Om | Shantipriya / Sandhya “Sandy” | — |
| 2008 | Bachna Ae Haseeno | Gayatri Jakhar | — |
| 2009 | Chandni Chowk to China | Sakhi Godbole / Suzy | — |
| 2009 | Billu | Herself | Special appearance in song “Love Mera Hit Hit” |
| 2009 | Love Aaj Kal | Meera Pandit | — |
| 2009 | Main Aurr Mrs Khanna | Raina Khan | Cameo |
| 2010 | Karthik Calling Karthik | Shonali Mukherjee | — |
| 2010 | Housefull | Saundarya “Sandy” Rao | — |
| 2010 | Lafangey Parindey | Pinky Palkar | — |
| 2010 | Break Ke Baad | Aaliyah Khan | — |
| 2010 | Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey | Kalpana Datta | — |
| 2011 | Dum Maaro Dum | Herself | Special appearance in song “Dum Maro Dum” |
| 2011 | Aarakshan | Purvi Anand | — |
| 2011 | Desi Boyz | Radhika Awasthi | — |
| 2012 | Cocktail | Veronica Malaney | — |
| 2013 | Race 2 | Alina Malik | — |
| 2013 | Bombay Talkies | Herself | Special appearance in song “Apna Bombay Talkies” |
| 2013 | Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani | Naina Talwar | — |
| 2013 | Chennai Express | Meenalochni “Meenamma” Azhagusundaram | — |
| 2013 | Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela | Leela Sanera | — |
| 2014 | Kochadaiiyaan | Vadhana Devi | Tamil film |
| 2014 | Finding Fanny | Angelina “Angie” Eucharistica | English film |
| 2014 | Happy New Year | Mohini Joshi | — |
| 2015 | My Choice | Herself | English short film |
| 2015 | Piku | Piku Banerjee | — |
| 2015 | Tamasha | Tara Maheshwari | — |
| 2015 | Bajirao Mastani | Mastani | — |
| 2017 | XXX: Return of Xander Cage | Serena Unger | American film |
| 2017 | Raabta | Herself | Special appearance |
| 2018 | Padmaavat | Rani Padmavati | — |
| 2018 | Zero | Herself | Cameo |
| 2020 | Chhapaak | Malti Agarwal | Also producer |
| 2021 | 83 | Romi Dev | — |
| 2022 | Gehraiyaan | Alisha Khanna | — |
| 2022 | Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva | Amrita | Uncredited cameo |
| 2022 | Cirkus | Vrindama | Special appearance in song “Current Laga Re” |
| 2023 | Pathaan | Dr. Rubina “Rubai” Mohsin | — |
| 2023 | Jawan | Aishwarya Rathore | Special appearance |
| 2024 | Fighter | Squadron Leader Minal “Minni” Rathore | — |
| 2024 | Kalki 2898 AD | Sumati (SUM-80) | Telugu film |
| 2024 | Singham Again | DCP Shakti Shetty | Guest appearance |
| 2026 | King | TBA | Filming |
| 2027 | AA22xA6 | TBA | Telugu film; Filming |
🎵 Music Videos
| Year | Title | Performer(s) | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | “Naam Hai Tera” | Himesh Reshammiya | Aap Kaa Surroor |
| 2010 | “Phir Mile Sur Mera Tumhara” | Various Artists | — |
| 2012 | “Bolydude Ganeshan” | Ganesh Hegde | Let’s Party |
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