Deepika Padukone Wiki, Height, Age, Caste, Boyfriend, Husband, Family, Biography & More

Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone is an Indian actor, model, and entreprenuer. She is known for appearing in many popular Hindi films like ‘Bajirao Mastani’ (2015), ‘Piku’ (2015), and ‘Padmaavat’ (2018). In 2023, she was the highest-paid actress in India. [1]Time She is considered one of the top actresses in Bollywood.

Wiki/Biography

Deepika Prakash Padukone [2]Zauba Corp was born on Sunday, 5 January 1986 (age 38 years; as of 2024) in Copenhagen, Denmark. Her zodiac sign is Capricorn.

Deepika Padukone's childhood photo

Deepika Padukone’s childhood photo

When she was eleven months old, her family returned to India from Denmark, and she grew up in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. She did her schooling at Sophia High School, Bengaluru. For classes 11 and 12, she attended Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru.

Deepika Padukone's school group photo

Deepika Padukone’s school group photo

She then enrolled in a BA course in Sociology and Economics from IGNOU. However, she could not complete her graduation and dropped out in her first year. [3]The Times of India [4]The Indian Express She took a lot of interest in playing badminton since childhood and wanted to become a badminton player just like her father. She played badminton in many national-level championships during her school days.

Deepika Padukone with her certificates during her school days

Deepika Padukone with her certificates during her school days

She also worked as a child model and appeared in several advertising campaigns when she was only eight. She later changed her mind, and instead of becoming a badminton player, she decided to become a fashion model.

Deepika Padukone as a child model

Deepika Padukone as a child model

She did a course in acting at Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares.

Deepika Padukone during her Acting Prepares days

Deepika Padukone during her Acting Prepares days

Physical Appearance

[5]NDTV India Height: 5’ 9”

Weight (approx.): 55 kg

Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-26-34

Hair Colour: Brown

Eye Colour: Brown

Deepika Padukone

Family

She belongs to a Brahmin (Chitrapur Saraswat) Hindu family.

Parents & Siblings

Her father, Prakash Padukone, is a former badminton player and also the first Indian badminton player who won the All-England Championship. Her mother, Ujjala Padukone, is a travel agent. She has a sister named Anisha Padukone, who is a golfer.

Deepika Padukone with her family

Deepika Padukone with her family

Husband & Children

In 2012, she started dating the Indian actor Ranveer Singh. In an episode of ‘Koffee With Karan’ (Season 8), Deepika opened up about their relationship and revealed that during their dating phase, there was no formal commitment between them. She explained that after a previous failed relationship, she was not prepared to commit, so they had a more flexible arrangement. She mentioned that they were allowed to see other people, but they kept coming back to each other. [6]Hindustan Times Deepika said,

There was no ‘commitment’ as such. Even if we were technically allowed to see other people, we would just keep coming back to each other.”

While Deepika’s revelation on the talk show received support from many, it also led to some online trolling and the creation of various memes. In response to such trolling, many personalities including Karan Johar and Supriya Shrinate supported Deepika.

In 2015, the couple got engaged and kept it a secret for around three years. In 2018, the couple announced their marriage.

Deepika Padukone's wedding card

Deepika Padukone’s wedding card

The couple had two wedding ceremonies.

Deepika Padukone's Haldi look on her wedding

Deepika Padukone’s Haldi look on her wedding

Deepika Padukone's Mehandi look on her wedding

Deepika Padukone’s Mehandi look on her wedding

On 14 November 2018 and 14 November 2018, the couple tied the knot near Lake Como in Italy in the presence of their parents and a few guests only.

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh marriage as per Sindhi tradition

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh marriage as per Sindhi tradition

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh marriage as per Konkani tradition

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh marriage as per Konkani tradition

Later, they had receptions in Bengaluru and Mumbai.

Deepika Padukone's reception in Bengaluru

Deepika Padukone’s reception in Bengaluru

Deepika Padukone's Mumbai reception look

Deepika Padukone’s Mumbai reception look

On 29 February 2024, she took to her Instagram to announce her pregnancy.

Deepika Padukone's Instagram post announcing her pregnancy

Deepika Padukone’s Instagram post announcing her pregnancy

Relationships/Affairs

Muzammil Ibrahim

In the early 2000s, she dated the Indian model-turned-actor Muzammil Ibrahim. However, the couple got separated after dating for a few years. [7]Augustman

Deepika Padukone's ex-boyfriend Muzammil Ibrahim

Deepika Padukone’s ex-boyfriend Muzammil Ibrahim

Upen Patel

During her modelling days, her name was also linked with the Indian actor-model Upen Patel. The rumours started after they did an intimate photoshoot together. [8]Augustman

Deepika Padukone and Upen Patel in a photoshoot

Deepika Padukone and Upen Patel in a photoshoot

Nihar Pandya

In 2005, she met the Indian model businessman Nihar Pandya. They dated each other for around three years and were rumoured to be in a live-in relationship. However, later, the couple got separated. [9]Augustman

Deepika Padukone with Nihar Pandya

Deepika Padukone with Nihar Pandya

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

In 2007, there were rumours that she was in a relationship with the Indian cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni. In a media conversation, Dhoni even confessed that he had a crush on Deepika. However, they never talked about their relationship in public. [10]Zee News

Deepika Padukone and Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Deepika Padukone and Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Yuvraj Singh

In 2008, Deepika was rumoured to be in a relationship with the Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh. It was said that they met each other during the T20 World Cup. Within a few meetings, they started dating each other. They were often spotted together at various events. Later, the couple broke up. According to some sources, Deepika cheated on him, and according to some other sources Yuvraj became over-possessive of her. [11]Augustman

Deepika Padukone and Yuvraj Singh

Deepika Padukone and Yuvraj Singh

Siddharth Mallya

She once dated the Indian Indian businessman Siddharth Mallya. In 2008, they were spotted kissing each other during an IPL match.

Deepika Padukone and Sidharth Mallya while kissing during an IPL match

Deepika Padukone and Sidharth Mallya while kissing during an IPL match

After dating for a few years, the couple broke up. In an interview, Deepika said that he used to behave weirdly in public places. Whereas, Siddharth Mallya called her a crazy female. They used to have issues over finances due to which they broke up. [12]Bollywood Shaadis

Deepika Padukone with Siddharth Mallya

Deepika Padukone with Siddharth Mallya

Ranbir Kapoor

In 2009, the rumours of her dating the Indian actor Ranbir Kapoor started. The rumours turned out to be true when she inked a tattoo of RK (Ranbir Kapoor’s initials) on her neck. It was said that they started dating in 2007 while her names were linked up with a few other Indian celebrities in 2008. After dating each other for around two years, they parted ways. Reportedly, the couple broke up when Deepika caught Ranbir red-handed while cheating on her with another actress. It was said that the girl was the Indian actress Katrina Kaif. In an interview, Deepika shared that post her breakup with Ranbir, she was in severe depression. She said that she even had suicidal thoughts at that time. [13]Masala!

Deepika Padukone with Ranbir Kapoor

Deepika Padukone with Ranbir Kapoor

Address

B/Cozihom, Pali Hill, Bandra (West), Mumbai 400050

Autograph

Deepika Padukone's autograph

Deepika Padukone’s autograph

Career

Model

In 2004, she started working as a model under the guidance of fashion guru Prasad Bidapa. In 2005, she walked the ramp for designer Suneet Varma at the Lakme Fashion Week, and she won the Kingfisher Fashion Award for Model of the Year. She made her first appearance on the ramp when she was 17 years old.

Deepika Padukone during modelling days

Deepika Padukone during modelling days

She has walked the ramp in various national and international fashion shows.

Deepika Padukone walking the ramp in a fashion show

Deepika Padukone walking the ramp in a fashion show

She gained recognition after featuring in the TV commercial for Liril soap.

Deepika Padukone in Liril Soap ad

Deepika Padukone in Liril Soap ad

She then appeared in TV commercials for various brands like Close-Up, Limca, Pepsi, Naihaa, BSNL, and PC Chandra Jewellers.

 

In 2006, she appeared in a popular print campaign for Kingfisher Calendar that made her gain a lot of fame.

Deepika Padukone featured on Kingfisher Calendar

Deepika Padukone featured on Kingfisher Calendar

She has been featured in the print advertisements of many brands such as Luxor, HP, Navyasa, Asian Paints, Tanishq, Gillette Venus, and Tissot.

Deepika Padukone in HP ad

Deepika Padukone in HP ad

Deepika has modelled for photoshoots of many renowned fashion photographers and various fashion brands.

Deepika Padukone in a photoshoot of Dabboo Ratnani

Deepika Padukone in a photoshoot of Dabboo Ratnani

Music Video

In 2006, she came into the limelight for appearing in the Hindi music video “Naam Hai Tera,” sung by Himesh Reshammiya.

Naam Hai Tera

Naam Hai Tera

She has appeared in a few other Hindi music videos like “Phir Mile Sur Mera Tumhara” (2010) and “Bolydude Ganeshan” (2012) by Ganesh Hegde.

Deepika Padukone in Phir Mile Sur Mera Tumhara

Deepika Padukone in Phir Mile Sur Mera Tumhara

Film

Hindi

In 2007, she made her Bollywood debut with the film ‘Om Shanti Om’ in which she played the role of Shantipriya/Sandhya “Sandy.” She gained immense popularity with the film.

Om Shanti Om

Om Shanti Om

She then appeared in many popular Hindi films like ‘Love Aaj Kal’ (2009), ‘Housefull’ (2010), ‘Cocktail’ (2012), ‘Happy New Year’ (2014), ‘Piku’ (2015), ‘Pathaan’ (2023), and ‘Jawan’ (2023).

Happy New Year

Happy New Year

Along with her ex-boyfriend Ranbir Kapoor, she has appeared in various Hindi films such as ‘Bachna Ae Haseeno’ (2008), ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’ (2013), ‘Tamasha’ (2015), and ‘Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva’ (2022; cameo).

Ranbir Kapoor (as Raj Sharma) and Deepika Padukone (as Gayatri) in a still from the film 'Bachna Ae Haseeno' (2008)

Ranbir Kapoor (as Raj Sharma) and Deepika Padukone (as Gayatri) in a still from the film ‘Bachna Ae Haseeno’ (2008)

Deepika and her husband Ranveer Singh have acted in many Hindi films including ‘Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela’ (2013), ‘Bajirao Mastani’ (2015), ‘Padmaavat’ (2018), and ’83’ (2021).

Padmaavat

Padmaavat

Other Languages

In 2006, she made her film debut with the Kannada film ‘Aishwarya’ in which she played the titular role.

Aishwarya

Aishwarya

In 2014, she made her Tamil film debut with ‘Kochadaiiyaan’ (animated) as Vadhana Devi.

Deepika Padukone's animated film Kochadaiiyaan

Deepika Padukone’s animated film Kochadaiiyaan

In the same year, she made her English film debut with ‘Finding Fanny as Angelina “Angie” Eucharistica.

Finding Fanny

Finding Fanny

In 2017, she made her Hollywood debut with the film ‘XXX: Return of Xander Cage’ as Serena Unger.

XXX: Return of Xander Cage

XXX: Return of Xander Cage

Entrepreneur

She has been appointed as a designated partner in various firms like KA Living LLP, KA Beauty LLP, KA Innovations LLP, Chalk and Cheese Enterprises LLP, KA Fare LLP, and KA Talent LLP. On 5 May 2021, she was appointed as a director at the private firm DPKA Universal Consumer Ventures Private Limited.

Other Work

As a producer, she has worked in a few Hindi films like ‘Chhapaak’ (2020) and ’83’ (2021).

Awards

Filmfare Awards

  • 2008: Best Debut Actress for Om Shanti Om
  • 2008: Special Award for Fresh Face of the Year
  • 2014: Best Actress for Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela
  • 2016: Best Actress for Piku

International Indian Film Academy Awards

  • 2008: Popular Award Best Debut Actress for Om Shanti Om
  • 2014: Special Award Entertainer of the Year
  • 2014: Popular Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for Chennai Express
  • 2014: Special Award- Star Plus Hottest Pair for Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewan; shared with Ranbir Kapoor
  • 2015: Special Award- IIFA Award for Woman of the Year
  • 2016: Best Actress in a Leading Role for Piku
  • 2019: Special Award- IIFA BIG 20 Award for Best Actress for Chennai Express
  • 2022: TIME 100 Impact Award

    Deepika Padukone with her TIME100 Impact Award in March 2022

    Deepika Padukone with her TIME100 Impact Award in March 2022

Controversies

  • On 14 September 2014, the Times of India tweeted about Deepika Padukone’s cleavage show to which the actress got infuriated. In response, she wrote: “Yes I am a woman. I have breasts. I have cleavage. You got a problem?.” She got support from all her fans and even the members of the glamour world. However, the Times of India’s tweet was removed.
  • On Karan Johar’s talk show, she said that Ranbir Kapoor should start endorsing a condom brand.
  • Another controversy erupted when the Sikh Code of Conduct was violated on the occasion of her marriage ceremony in Italy.
  • On 7 January 2020, her visit to the JNU campus to show her support and condemn the brutal attack on JNU students that happened on 5 January 2020, attracted controversy. She was in town for the promotion of her movie Chhapaak and visited the protesting students at Jawaharlal Nehru University to express her solidarity against the JNU attack. She said,

I feel angry that this is happening. At the same time, it is a matter of concern that action is not being taken.”

Social media was abuzz with negative as well as positive comments from netizens with the hashtags ‘boycottchhapaak’ and ‘IStandwithDeepika’ trending simultaneously on Twitter. [14]Business Line

  • Amid the investigations of drug abuse in Bollywood by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in the wake of Sushant Singh Rajput‘s death, Deepika Padukone’s name also surfaced on 21 September 2020. According to some news channels, Deepika’s name appeared in WhatsApp chats from October 2017 between Sushant’s former manager Jaya Saha, a ‘K,’ and a ‘D;’ discussing drug supplies. [15]Hindustan Times Later, Kangana Ranaut took potshots at Deepika Padukone on Twitter and ridiculed Deepika’s depression awareness campaign, hinting it was a consequence of ‘drug abuse.’

Tattoos

  • A tattoo on Neck Deepika Padukone tattoo on neck
    • A tattoo on Ankle Deepika Padukone Tattoo on Ankle
  • A tattoo behind the left ear Deepika Padukone's tattoo behind her ear

Car Collection

Deepika owns an Audi Q7, Audi A8, Mini Cooper, and BMW 5-Series.

Deepika Padukone's Audi Q7

Deepika Padukone’s Audi Q7

Assets/Properties

  • In September 2021, she bought a luxury property in Mumbai’s Alibaugh along with her husband, Ranveer Singh. [16]Women’s era
  • In December 2022, Ranveer and Deepika purchased a house at a whooping price of Rs 119 crores near Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartments and Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat bungalow; it was the first house they bought together after their marriage. [17]Zee News

Salary & Net Worth

Deepika Padukone charges approximately ₹14 crore/film. In 2018, her income was estimated to be 112.8 crore/annum and her net worth was nearly $20 Million.

Favourites

  • Food: Ravioli Bolognese, Pasta, Dal-Chawal, Biryani, Maharashtrian Varan, South Indian Food, Mediterranean Food, Dim Sum, Spaghetti, Pasta, Chocolates
  • Film(s): Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Vicky Cristina Barcelona, The Color of Paradise, Cinderella Man
  • Singer(s): A.R. Rahman, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bieber
  • Colour(s): White, Mauve
  • Fashion Designer(s): Anju Modi, Tarun Tahiliani, Manish Malhotra, Rohit Bal
  • Fashion Brand: Zara
  • Destination(s): France, Maldives
  • Sports: Badminton, Football, Polo
  • Restaurants: Mumbai- Olive, Ram and Shyam, Bengaluru- Sunny’s, London- Ping Pong, Scalini, Toronto- Soho House, South Africa- Mabula

Facts

  • Before she entered the field of modelling, she was a national level badminton player and also a state-level baseball player.

    Deepika Padukone national level badminton player

    Deepika Padukone national level badminton player

  • In 2005, she won the Model of the Year award at the Kingfisher Fashion Awards.
  • She is non-vegetarian.
  • Her hobbies include dancing, reading, playing badminton, and cooking.
  • Deepika likes eating South Indian snacks, wearing Indian clothes like sarees, choodidaars, putting on mascara, and gym wear. She dislikes wearing designer clothes and negativity.
  • Salman Khan was the first person who spotted the potential in Deepika Padukone and offered her a film, but at that time she wasn’t prepared for it; as she had just started her modelling career by then.
  • She learned dancing from Shiamak Davar‘s dance academy.
  • She learned a Japanese martial art form Jujutsu for the Bollywood film Chandni Chowk to China (2009) and performed her stunts herself.Deepika Padukone in film Chandni Chowk to China
  • She is the first Bollywood actress who delivered four consecutive hit films.
  • She calls choreographer Farah Khan her second mother.
  • She has endorsed several brands and products like L’Oréal Paris, Tissot, Nescafe, Sony Cyber-shot, Myntra, Maybelline, Coca-Cola, Vogue eyewear, etc.
  • She worked as a freelance writer for HT City in 2009.
  • If reports are to be believed, she was offered a role in the Hollywood film “Furious 7.” Deepika rejected the offer due to some prior engagements.
  • She is associated with an initiative of her father, Olympic Gold Quest (OGQ); a non-profit company that helps Indian athletes to win Olympic Gold medals.Olympic Gold Quest
  • In 2010, she adopted the Ambegaon village of Maharashtra as a part of the Greenathon campaign to tackle the problem of electricity.Deepika Padukone adopted Ambegaon village
  • She was named India’s Most Beautiful Women by the Indian edition of People Magazine in 2012.Deepika Padukone India’s Most Beautiful Women
  • She was also named the Sexiest Woman in the World by the Indian edition of FHM in 2010 & 2014.

    Deepika Padukone Sexiest Woman in the World 2010

    Deepika Padukone Sexiest Woman in the World 2010

  • In 2013, she launched her clothing brand All About You.

    All About You

    All About You

  • In 2015, she formed a foundation The Live Love Laugh Foundation to create awareness of mental health in India.The Live Love Laugh Foundation
  • She is the brand ambassador of the NGO Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS).
  • In 2016, she was chosen the Sexiest Asian Woman by the UK magazine Eastern Eye.
  • She was quoted as the ultimate role model for a healthy, fit, and active lifestyle in the fitness book fitness book-The Four-Week Countdown Diet by Namita Jain.
  • She owns a flat in Beaumonde Towers, Prabhadevi, Mumbai. According to reports, her ex-boyfriend Siddharth Mallya bought it as a gift for her.
  • Deepika often completes her tasks systematically and has a habit of listing everything down.
  • In 2017, she became the highest-paid Indian actress.
  • Deepika got engaged to Ranveer around 4 years before they got married in November 2018.
  • During her school days, she used to be very talkative; the fact was testified by herself, when she shared a photo of her teacher’s remarks on her Instagram in October 2019.

    Deepika Padukone's Teacher's Remarks

    Deepika Padukone’s Teacher’s Remarks

  • Deepika is often spotted enjoying alcoholic beverages. Deepika Padukone holding a glass of wine
  • In May 2022, Louis Vuitton signed her as a ‘House Ambassador;’ making her the first Indian to be signed on as a ‘House Ambassador’ by Louis Vuitton. On 13 May 2022, she appeared at Louis Vuitton 2023 Cruise Show in San Diego, California. [18]Hindustan Times

    Deepika Padukone at Louis Vuitton 2023 Cruise Show in San Diego, California

    Deepika Padukone at Louis Vuitton 2023 Cruise Show in San Diego, California

  • In May 2023, Time magazine featured Deepika Padukone on its cover, describing her as a ‘global star’ bringing ‘the world to Bollywood’.

    Deepika Padukone featured on the cover of Time magazine

    Deepika Padukone featured on the cover of Time magazine

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