Deepika Padukone - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 05, 1986 |
|---|---|
| Age | 40 |
| Birthplace | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Deepika Padukone's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Leading roles in Bollywood films such as 'Om Shanti Om', 'Chennai Express', 'Padmaavat', and 'Piku'; philanthropy and mental health advocacy. |
Intro
Deepika Padukone is an acclaimed Indian actress and producer, widely recognized as one of the highest-paid actresses in India. She has received numerous awards for her work in Hindi films and is known for her versatility in a range of roles, as well as for her advocacy related to mental health awareness.
Early Life & Background
Deepika Padukone was born to the renowned badminton player Prakash Padukone and Ujjala Padukone in Copenhagen, Denmark, and was raised in Bangalore, India. Before starting her acting career, she was a national-level badminton player, following in her father's footsteps, but later shifted her focus to modeling and acting.
Career Highlights
- Made her Bollywood debut in 2007 with 'Om Shanti Om', winning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
- Starred in major box office successes such as 'Chennai Express' (2013), 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' (2013), 'Padmaavat' (2018), and 'Piku' (2015).
- Won multiple Filmfare Awards, including Best Actress for 'Piku' (2015), 'Chhapaak' (2020), and 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela' (2013).
- Produced and acted in 'Chhapaak' (2020), a film addressing acid attack survivors.
- Served as a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival in 2022.
- Founded the Live Love Laugh Foundation, focusing on mental health awareness.
Trivia
- She is the daughter of legendary Indian badminton player Prakash Padukone.
- Deepika appeared in the Hollywood film 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' (2017) alongside Vin Diesel.
- She is among the most-followed Indian celebrities on Instagram.
FAQs
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Deepika Padukone is 40 years old.
Deepika Padukone was born the 5 January 1986.
Copenhagen, Denmark.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 5th, 1986, in brief:
- Historical events: Deepika Padukone, an Indian actress and model, was born on January 5, 1986, in Copenhagen, Denmark. She is the daughter of former badminton champion Prakash Padukone and Ujjala Padukone. Raised in Bangalore, India, she initially pursued a career in badminton before transitioning to modeling and acting.
- Day of the week: January 5th, 1986 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Say You, Say Me by Lionel Richie
- #1 UK song: The Final Countdown by Europe
- Popular movie: Aliens directed by James Cameron
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