Biography
Deepika Padukone
Profession: Actress, Producer, Entrepreneur
Nicknames: Deepi, Dippy
Date of Birth: January 5, 1986
Place of Birth: Copenhagen, Denmark
Nationality: Indian
Height: 5 feet 8.5 inches (174 cm)
Education:
Schooling: Sophia High School, Bengaluru
Pre-University: Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru
Higher Studies: Enrolled in BA in Sociology at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), but dropped out to pursue modeling and acting
Family:
Father: Prakash Padukone (legendary Indian badminton player)
Mother: Ujjala Padukone (travel agent)
Sister: Anisha Padukone (professional golfer)
Husband: Ranveer Singh (actor, married in 2018)
Career Highlights:
Early Career:
Started as a model,
gaining recognition in ad campaigns and music videos (eg, "Naam Hai Tera")
Film Debut:
Kannada film:
Aishwarya (2006)
Bollywood debut:
Om Shanti Om (2007) opposite Shah Rukh Khan – huge success
Notable Films:
Love Today (2009)
Cocktails (2012)
This is youth (2013)
Chennai Express (2013)
Bullets Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013)
Piku (2015)
Bajirao Mastani (2015)
Padmaavat (2018)
Chhapaak (2020)
Gehraiyaan (2022)
Pathaan (2023), Jawan (2023 – cameo), Fighter (2024)
Hollywood Debut:
xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017) opposite Vin Diesel
Producer:
Co-founder of Ka Productions (produced Chhapaak, 83, and others)
Net Worth (2024 Estimate):
$60 million USD
(approx. ₹500 crore)
Income from films, endorsements (L'Oreal, Levi's, Adidas, etc.), production, and investments
Major Awards:
3 Filmfare Awards:
Best Female Debut – Om Shanti Om
Best Actress –
Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Piku
TIME 100 Most Influential People (2018)
Crystal Award by World Economic Forum (2020) for mental health advocacy
National Film Award (Best Actress – Chhapaak, 2023)
Numerous IIFA, Zee Cine, and Screen Awards
Summary:
Deepika Padukone is one of the most successful, talented, and highest-paid actresses in India. Known for her beauty, versatility, and strong screen presence, she has delivered both commercial blockbusters and critically acclaimed performances. Off-screen, she is a vocal advocate for mental health, founding the Live Love Laugh Foundation after her own battle with depression. Deepika is also an influential fashion icon and global ambassador representing India on international platforms like the Cannes Film Festival and the Met Gala.
