Deepika Padukone, born 5 January 1986, is an Indian actress and producer who is predominantly known for her work in Bollywood. Her career began with modeling, where she gained recognition after appearing in a popular commercial for Liril soap. She made her acting debut in the Kannada film “Aishwarya” (2006) before making a grand entry into Bollywood with the blockbuster “Om Shanti Om” (2007), opposite Shah Rukh Khan. This film not only became a massive hit but also earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut, catapulting her into the limelight.
Following her successful debut, Deepika starred in a series of hit films, including “Love Aaj Kal,” “Housefull,” “Cocktail,” “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani,” “Chennai Express,” “Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela,” “Piku,” “Bajirao Mastani,” and “Padmaavat.” Her performances have been widely acclaimed, and she has received numerous awards and nominations for her roles.
Deepika has worked with many talented actors and actresses, including Ranbir Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor, and Amitabh Bachchan. She has expressed her admiration for actresses like Madhuri Dixit and Sridevi and has shown interest in working with them.
In addition to her acting career, Deepika has ventured into production with her company, Ka Productions. She produced and starred in the film “Chhapaak” (2020), which was based on the life of acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal. Deepika is also known for her advocacy work in mental health awareness and has founded the Live Love Laugh Foundation to support individuals struggling with mental health issues.
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