Ranveer Singh turns 40: The Dhurandhar star who made it on his own terms

Happy Birthday Ranveer Singh

Ranveer Singh's talent, unwavering determination, and captivating presence have allowed him to create his own legacy in a field where well-known surnames frequently open doors.

Ranveer Singh Bhavnani, who was born on July 6, 1985, didn't come from a movie-making family, but he more than made up for it with something much more captivating: genuineness.

A creative writer turned reluctant marketer

Ranveer returned to Mumbai with aspirations of becoming an actor after graduating from Indiana University Bloomington with a degree in Creative Writing and Theatre.

He began his career as a copywriter at prestigious advertising firms such as J. Walter Thompson and O&M. However, the urge to perform was too strong to ignore.

Relentlessly, he started going to auditions, many of which ended in rejection, until Yash Raj Films presented him with a chance that would change his life.

A dazzling debut with Band Baaja Baaraat (2010)

He was a complete revelation in his first big-screen role as the vivacious Bittoo Sharma.
Ranveer's effortless charm, comic timing, and chemistry with Anushka Sharma made him an immediate sensation, and the film turned out to be a surprise hit.

His stellar career began when he won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for his debut.

Shape-shifting star

Refusing to be pigeonholed, Ranveer transformed with every role. Whether it was the soulful Varun in Lootera (2013) or the chilling Alauddin Khilji in Padmaavat (2018), he consistently proved his dramatic range.

His collaborations with Sanjay Leela Bhansali — Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani, and Padmaavat — cemented his status as both a critical and commercial darling.

Madcap method

Ranveer is a method actor who gives it his all. Simmba (2018) and Cirkus (2022) showcased his talent for humorous entertainment, while his role as Murad in Gully Boy (2019) received accolades for its emotional depth.

Charisma beyond the camera

Ranveer’s eccentric style, genuine candour, and magnetic personality off-screen have only increased his popularity. His 2018 wedding to Deepika Padukone made them one of Bollywood’s most admired couples.

Awards

With multiple Filmfare Awards and a steady place on Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list, he’s a brand favourite and box-office mainstay.

Upcoming films

Up next is Dhurandhar with Aditya Dhar, along with rumoured pan-India collaborations. As he turns 40, Ranveer Singh continues to reinvent himself — fearless, passionate, and unstoppable.