Biography
Deepika Padukone, born on 5 January 1986 in Copenhagen, Denmark, is one of India’s most celebrated actresses and global icons. Raised in Bengaluru, she is the daughter of renowned badminton player Prakash Padukone. Initially a successful model, she made her Bollywood debut in Om Shanti Om (2007) opposite Shah Rukh Khan, which established her as a rising star. Over the years, Deepika has become one of the highest-paid actresses in India and has been featured in TIME’s list of 100 Most Influential People. Beyond cinema, she is admired for her philanthropy, particularly mental health awareness through her Live Love Laugh Foundation.

Career Life
Deepika Padukone began her career with modeling and appeared in music videos before entering films. Her breakthrough came with Om Shanti Om (2007), followed by critically acclaimed roles in Love Aaj Kal (2009) and Cocktail (2012). She reached superstardom with blockbusters like Chennai Express (2013), Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013), Piku (2015), Padmaavat (2018), and Pathaan (2023). She also made her Hollywood debut with xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017) opposite Vin Diesel. Known for her versatility, she has won several Filmfare Awards. In 2023, she became the first Indian brand ambassador for Louis Vuitton and Cartier, strengthening her global influence.

Personal Life
Deepika Padukone was born to Prakash Padukone and Ujjala Padukone, growing up in Bengaluru with strong sports influence, as she was a national-level badminton player before turning to modeling. She openly battled depression and launched the Live Love Laugh Foundation in 2015 to support mental health awareness. Deepika married fellow Bollywood star Ranveer Singh on 14 November 2018 in a lavish ceremony in Lake Como, Italy. The couple, fondly called “DeepVeer,” is among Bollywood’s most admired. She maintains a private yet inspirational personal life, balancing stardom with philanthropy, fashion, and wellness. In 2024, she and Ranveer announced they are expecting their first child.