Deepika Padukone is an Indian actress, producer, and mental health advocate best known for her work in Hindi films.
She was born on January 5, 1986 (40 years old) in Copenhagen, Denmark.
On screen, Deepika often feels graceful and focused, but her expressions can carry emotion without loud acting.
She can play a romantic role with ease, then move into action, drama, or family stories with control and depth.
She first acted in the Kannada film Aishwarya in 2006 and became widely known after her Hindi film debut in Om Shanti Om in 2007.
Deepika Padukone has also acted in films such as Cocktail, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Chennai Express, Piku, Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat, Pathaan, Fighter, and Kalki 2898 AD.
She has also earned award recognition, including three Filmfare Awards and the TIME100 Impact Award. She founded LiveLoveLaugh in 2015 to support mental health awareness in India.
Quick Facts Of Deepika Padukone
| Full Name | Deepika Prakash Padukone |
| Profession | Actress, model, producer, and mental health ambassador |
| Age | 40 years old |
| Date of Birth | 5 January 1986 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Capricorn |
| Birthplace | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Current Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Gender | Female |
Deepika Padukone Early Life and Education
Deepika Padukone was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, to Konkani-speaking parents. The focus of her life was badminton, which she played competitively from a young age.
Describing a typical day during her school years, she once recalled waking up at five in the morning for physical training, going to school, then playing badminton, finishing homework, and going to sleep.
She continued to pursue badminton throughout her school years, competing at the national level, and also played baseball in a few state-level tournaments.
While balancing school and badminton, she also worked as a child model, first appearing in advertising campaigns at the age of eight.
In the tenth grade, she changed focus and decided to become a fashion model, later explaining that she realised she was only playing badminton because it ran in the family, so she asked her father if she could give it up — and he wasn’t upset at all.
In 2004, she began a full-time modelling career under the tutelage of Prasad Bidapa.
Education
Deepika studied at Sophia High School in Bengaluru. She later completed her pre-university studies at Mount Carmel College.
She also enrolled at Indira Gandhi National Open University for a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, but she did not complete it because of her modelling work.
| School | Sophia High School, Bengaluru |
| Alma Mater | Indira Gandhi National Open University |
| Highest Qualification | Pre-university education |
Deepika Padukone Personal Life
Deepika Padukone is an Indian actress, mental health advocate, and one of the highest-paid celebrities in India. She transitioned from a national-level badminton player to a supermodel and global icon, balancing her towering film career with strong family values and advocacy.
Past Relationship
Before her current marriage to actor Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone’s most notable past relationships included public romances with actors and public figures. Her dating timeline includes early modelling days, high-profile Bollywood link-ups, and a highly publicised relationship with Ranbir Kapoor.
- Muzammil Ibrahim: The actor and model dated Padukone for roughly two years in the early 2000s when she first moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in modelling.
- Nihar Pandya: Before her major Bollywood breakthrough, Padukone dated the businessman and actor for about three years. They reportedly lived together before separating in 2008.
- Ranbir Kapoor: Padukone’s most highly publicised early relationship was with her Bachna Ae Haseeno co-star. The couple dated for several years, with Padukone even getting a tattoo of his initials. Their highly scrutinised breakup became a major focus in the media.
- Siddharth Mallya: Following her split from Kapoor, Padukone was in a high-profile relationship with the businessman and son of Vijay Mallya, Siddharth Mallya, from 2010 to 2012.
Partner and Children
Ranveer Singh and Padukone began dating after meeting as co-stars in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela in August 2012.
In October 2018, the couple announced their impending marriage, and the following month, they married in both a traditional Konkani Hindu ritual and a Sikh Anand Karaj ritual, with both ceremonies held at Lake Como, Italy.
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have one daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, born on September 8, 2024.
The couple announced that they are expecting their second child. The family actively balances their high-profile careers with a close-knit, grounded family life.
Family
The family originally hails from a Konkani-speaking background and relocated to Bangalore when Deepika was an infant.
Father
Her father’s name is Prakash Padukone. He is a former badminton player from India. Her father is a legendary figure in Indian sports — Prakash Padukone built an impressive legacy in Indian badminton after his birth on June 10, 1955, in Bangalore.
He reached the World No. 1 ranking in 1980 and became the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championships. His contributions to Indian sports earned him the Padma Shri award. He was in Denmark (where Deepika was born) for his badminton career at the time. Global Indian
Mother
Her mother’s name is Ujjala Padukone. She worked as a travel agent and is credited with keeping the family firmly grounded and maintaining a strong value system despite Deepika’s massive superstardom.
Siblings
Deepika has one younger sister, Anisha Padukone. Born in 1991, she chose a different sporting path from her father and sister, carving out a successful career as a professional golfer.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Husband | Ranveer Singh |
| Children | Daughter: Dua Padukone Singh |
| Parents | Father: Prakash Padukone Mother: Ujjala Padukone |
| Siblings | Sister: Anisha Padukone |
Deepika Padukone Career
Deepika Padukone began her screen career in the mid-2000s and later became one of the leading actresses in Hindi cinema. She has worked in Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, English, and Telugu films.
Over time, she worked in romance, comedy, drama, action, period films, science fiction, special songs, cameo roles, streaming films, and production work. She also appeared as an award presenter, jury member, and event co-host.
First screen work and Kannada film debut, 2006
Deepika first appeared in Himesh Reshammiya’s music video Naam Hai Tera. Her listed music video appearance is from 2006. In the same year, she made her film debut with the Kannada film Aishwarya. In this film, she worked with Upendra, Daisy Bopanna, and Sadhu Kokila. This was her first acting role before she entered Hindi films.
Hindi film debut and early recognition, 2007 to 2009
In 2007, Deepika made her Hindi film debut with Om Shanti Om, directed by Farah Khan. She played dual roles and worked with Shah Rukh Khan, Arjun Rampal, and Shreyas Talpade. The film gave her wide recognition, and she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
In 2008, she acted in Bachna Ae Haseeno with Ranbir Kapoor, Bipasha Basu, and Minissha Lamba. In 2009, she worked with Akshay Kumar in Chandni Chowk To China.
The same year, she appeared in the song Love Mera Hit Hit in Billu, which starred Shah Rukh Khan, Irrfan Khan, and Lara Dutta. She also acted in Love Aaj Kal with Saif Ali Khan and Rishi Kapoor. She made a cameo in Main Aurr Mrs Khanna, which starred Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Sohail Khan.
Growth phase and mixed films, 2010 to 2011
In 2010, Deepika worked in several films. She acted in Karthik Calling Karthik with Farhan Akhtar. She appeared in Housefull with Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Lara Dutta, Jiah Khan, and Arjun Rampal.
She then worked with Neil Nitin Mukesh in Lafangey Parindey and with Imran Khan in Break Ke Baad. In the same year, she acted in Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey with Abhishek Bachchan.
In 2011, she made a special song appearance in Dum Maaro Dum. She then acted in Aarakshan with Amitabh Bachchan, Saif Ali Khan, Prateik Babbar, and Manoj Bajpayee.
Later that year, she appeared in Desi Boyz with Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, and Chitrangda Singh. These films helped her work with different actors and film styles.
Turning point as an actress, 2012
In 2012, Deepika played Veronica in Cocktail. She worked with Saif Ali Khan, Diana Penty, Dimple Kapadia, Boman Irani, and Randeep Hooda. This film became an important turning point in her career.
It helped her get more praise for acting and led to stronger lead roles in the years that followed.
Box office rise and award-winning phase, 2013 to 2015
In 2013, Deepika had one of the biggest years of her career. She acted in Race 2 with Saif Ali Khan, John Abraham, Anil Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Ameesha Patel. She also appeared in the song Apna Bombay Talkies in Bombay Talkies.
The same year, she worked in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani with Ranbir Kapoor, Kalki Koechlin, and Aditya Roy Kapur. She then acted in Chennai Express with Shah Rukh Khan.
Later, she worked with Ranveer Singh in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela. Her role in this film won her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress.
In 2014, Deepika worked in the Tamil animated film Kochadaiiyaan with Rajinikanth. She then acted in Finding Fanny with Arjun Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, Dimple Kapadia, and Pankaj Kapur.
Later in the same year, she appeared in Happy New Year with Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sonu Sood, Boman Irani, and Vivaan Shah.
In 2015, Deepika appeared in the short film My Choice. She then acted in Piku with Amitabh Bachchan and Irrfan Khan. This role won her another Filmfare Award for Best Actress.
In the same year, she worked with Ranbir Kapoor in Tamasha. She also played Mastani in Bajirao Mastani, with Ranveer Singh and Priyanka Chopra.
International film and period drama phase, 2017 to 2018
In 2017, Deepika made her English-language film debut with xXx: Return of Xander Cage. She worked with Vin Diesel, Donnie Yen, Ruby Rose, Nina Dobrev, and Toni Collette.
The same year, she made a special song appearance in Raabta, which starred Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon.
In 2018, she played Rani Padmavati in Padmaavat. Her co-stars included Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor. The same year, she made a cameo in Zero, which starred Shah Rukh Khan, Anushka Sharma, and Katrina Kaif.
Producer and streaming film phase, 2020 to 2022
In 2020, Deepika acted in and produced Chhapaak under her company Ka Productions. She worked with Vikrant Massey in the film.
Her role was based on the acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal. This marked an important step because she worked as both lead actress and producer.
In 2021, she appeared in 83 with Ranveer Singh. The film was based on India’s 1983 Cricket Cup win. Deepika played Romi Dev, the wife of Kapil Dev.
In 2022, she acted in Gehraiyaan with Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ananya Panday, and Dhairya Karwa. This film was released on streaming, but it was a film, not a web series.
She also had an uncredited cameo in Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt. The same year, she appeared in the song Current Laga Re in Cirkus, with Ranveer Singh.
Big action films and pan-India releases, 2023 to 2024
In 2023, Deepika acted in Pathaan with Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham. She played Dr Rubina Mohsin, also called Rubai. The same year, she made a special appearance in Jawan, again with Shah Rukh Khan. The film also starred Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi.
In 2024, she acted in Fighter with Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor. She played Squadron Leader Minal Rathore, also called Minni. She then appeared in Kalki 2898 AD with Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Shobana, and Disha Patani.
In the same year, she played DCP Shakti Shetty in Singham Again with Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor.
Hosting, presenting, and jury work, 2009 to 2024
Deepika also worked on major film events. In 2009, she co-hosted part of the 54th Filmfare Awards. Her co-hosts included Konkona Sen Sharma, while Ranbir Kapoor, Imran Khan, Karan Johar, and Farhan Akhtar also hosted parts of the event.
In 2022, she served as a member of the Feature Films Jury at the Cannes Film Festival. Other jury members included Vincent Lindon, Noomi Rapace, Joachim Trier, Ladj Ly, Jasmine Trinca, Rebecca Hall, Asghar Farhadi, and Jeff Nichols.
In 2023, she was a presenter at the 95th Academy Awards. Reports listed her with other presenters such as Dwayne Johnson, Michael B. Jordan, Emily Blunt, and Riz Ahmed.
Latest films and upcoming projects, 2024 to 2027
In 2024, Deepika Padukone worked in three major films. She appeared in Fighter, where she worked with Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor. She then acted in Kalki 2898 AD with Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Shobana, and Disha Patani.
In the same year, she played DCP Shakti Shetty in Singham Again, alongside Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor.
As of June 2026, Deepika Padukone has not acted in a confirmed fiction web series. Gehraiyaan was released on streaming, but it is listed as a film. Her main screen work remains films, cameo roles, special song appearances, music videos, and event appearances.
In 2026, Deepika is linked with King, which is listed as an under-production film. The film is dated for 24 December 2026. She is expected to work again with Shah Rukh Khan in this project.
She is also linked with Pathaan 2, but this should be written as a reported project for now. She is expected to return with Shah Rukh Khan.
The Intern should not be written as her confirmed upcoming acting film. Current updates say she has stepped away from acting in the film and will stay attached as a producer.
Love & War should also not be added as Deepika’s verified acting project. Current main cast updates focus on Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal. Deepika’s role is not clearly confirmed, so it is better to keep it out of her confirmed upcoming acting list.
In 2027, Deepika is part of Raaka, directed by Atlee. In this film, she will work with Allu Arjun. The film is listed as an upcoming project.
With these projects, Deepika Padukone continues to work in large Hindi films and pan-India cinema while also staying connected with production work.
Deepika Padukone Awards and Achievement
Deepika Padukone has received many awards and honours for her work as an actress in Indian cinema. Her awards list includes Filmfare Awards, IIFA Awards, Screen Awards, Zee Cine Awards, Stardust Awards, and Producers Guild Film Awards. She has also received public honours for her mental health awareness work.
Her major wins
- Filmfare Awards, 2008: Won Best Female Debut for Om Shanti Om.
- Filmfare Awards, 2008: Won Fresh Face of the Year for Om Shanti Om.
- Filmfare Awards, 2014: Won Best Actress for Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela.
- Filmfare Awards, 2016: Won Best Actress for Piku.
- IIFA Awards: Won Best Debut Female for Om Shanti Om and later won acting awards for films such as Chennai Express and Piku.
- Screen Awards: Won awards for films such as Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, and Piku.
- Zee Cine Awards: Won awards for films such as Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express, Happy New Year, and Piku.
- Crystal Award, 2020: Honoured for her work in mental health awareness through The Live Love Laugh Foundation.
- TIME100 Impact Award, 2022: Honoured for her film career and mental health advocacy work.
Her key nominations
- Filmfare Awards, 2008: Nominated for Best Actress for Om Shanti Om.
- Filmfare Awards, 2010: Nominated for Best Actress for Love Aaj Kal.
- Filmfare Awards, 2013: Nominated for Best Actress for Cocktail.
- Filmfare Awards, 2014: Nominated for Best Actress for Chennai Express.
- Filmfare Awards, 2016: Nominated for Best Actress for Bajirao Mastani.
- Filmfare Awards, 2019: Nominated for Best Actress for Padmaavat.
- People’s Choice Awards: Nominated for her international work.
- Teen Choice Awards: Nominated for xXx: Return of Xander Cage.
Deepika Padukone Controversies
Deepika Padukone has faced several public controversies during her career.
Most of them were connected to film titles, film releases, public appearances, media coverage, official questioning, and casting changes.
2013 (Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela title row): Reports say the film faced objections before release because of its title. The film starred Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. The title went through changes after objections and court action. The matter was later cleared, and the film was released.
2014 (media body-objectification row): In 2014, Deepika strongly objected after a media post used a headline about her body. The issue led to a large public debate about how female actors are covered in entertainment media. Deepika received public support from many people online.
2015 (My Choice video debate): In 2015, Deepika appeared in the short video My Choice. The video was made around women’s rights, but some lines led to criticism online. Deepika later said she did not identify with some lines and did not support adultery.
2017 to 2018 (Padmaavat protests): Reports say Padmaavat faced protests before its release. The film starred Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, and Shahid Kapoor. Some groups objected to the film over claims about history and portrayal. The title was changed from Padmavati to Padmaavat before release.
2020 (JNU visit and Chhapaak boycott calls): In 2020, Deepika visited Jawaharlal Nehru University before the release of Chhapaak. Her visit led to political debate and online boycott calls against the film. Chhapaak starred Deepika Padukone and Vikrant Massey.
2020 (NCB questioning): Reports say Deepika Padukone was questioned by the Narcotics Control Bureau during the drug-related probe connected to the Sushant Singh Rajput case. Her statement was included in the charge sheet with statements of other actors. The reports named other people as accused in the case, not Deepika.
2022 to 2023 (Pathaan song row): The song Besharam Rang from Pathaan caused a public row before the film’s release. The film starred Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan, and John Abraham. Some groups objected to Deepika’s outfit and the song visuals. The censor board later asked the makers to make changes in the film and songs.
2025 (Spirit casting exit): Reports say Deepika Padukone’s exit from Spirit led to public debate. The film stars Prabhas and is directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. After Deepika’s exit, Triptii Dimri was announced as the female lead. The full verified reason for Deepika’s exit is yet to be updated.
2025 (Kalki 2898 AD sequel exit): In 2025, the makers of Kalki 2898 AD confirmed that Deepika Padukone would not return for the sequel. She had appeared in the first film with Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan. Reports gave different possible reasons, but the full official reason from all sides is yet to be updated.
Deepika Padukone Net Worth, Salary
Deepika Padukone’s net worth is approximately ₹500 crore (approximately $60 million), and she charges approximately ₹15 crore to ₹30 crore per movie.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | ₹500 crore ($60 million) |
| Salary (Approx.) | ₹15 crore to ₹30 crore per movie |
Deepika Padukone Height, Weight, and Physical Stats
The following are the physical appearances of Deepika Padukone.
| Height | In centimetres: 175 cm In meters: 1.75 m In feet & inches: 5′ 9 Inches |
| Weight | In kg: 55–58 kg In lbs: 121–128 lbs |
| Body Measurements | 34-26-34 inches |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Black |
Interesting Facts About Deepika Padukone
- Deepika unveiled her first wax figure in London in 2019.
- She attended the Met Gala in 2017, 2018, and 2019.
- She became MAMI chairperson in 2019 and stepped down in 2021.
- She co-founded the self-care brand 82°E.
- She unveiled the FIFA trophy in Qatar with Iker Casillas in 2022.
- She became Louis Vuitton’s first Indian brand ambassador in 2022.
- She has also worked as a global ambassador for Cartier.
- She was named in the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026.
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Who is Deepika Padukone?
Deepika Padukone is an Indian actress who works mainly in Hindi films.
How old is Deepika Padukone?
Deepika Padukone is 40 years old. She was born on 5 January 1986 in Copenhagen, Denmark.
What is the nationality of Deepika Padukone?
Deepika Padukone’s nationality is Indian.
Who is Deepika Padukone’s husband?
Deepika Padukone is married to actor Ranveer Singh.
How many children does Deepika Padukone have?
Deepika Padukone has one daughter, Dua.
What was Deepika Padukone’s debut film?
Deepika Padukone’s debut film was Aishwarya, a Kannada film released in 2006.
What was Deepika Padukone’s first Hindi film?
Deepika Padukone’s first Hindi film was Om Shanti Om in 2007.
What is Deepika Padukone known for?
Deepika Padukone is known for films like Om Shanti Om, Piku, Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat, Pathaan, Jawan, and Fighter.
