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    <strong>Early Life & Background</strong> – Born on January 5, 1986, in Copenhagen and raised in Bengaluru, Deepika Padukone is the daughter of legendary badminton player Prakash Padukone. She began her career as a national-level badminton player before turning to modelling.

    Early Life & Background – Born on January 5, 1986, in Copenhagen and raised in Bengaluru, Deepika Padukone is the daughter of legendary badminton player Prakash Padukone. She began her career as a national-level badminton player before turning to modelling.

    <strong>Modeling Breakthrough</strong> – Deepika rose to prominence as a model in the mid-2000s, becoming a household name after featuring in the iconic Kingfisher calendar and high-profile fashion campaigns.

    Modeling Breakthrough – Deepika rose to prominence as a model in the mid-2000s, becoming a household name after featuring in the iconic Kingfisher calendar and high-profile fashion campaigns.

    <strong>Bollywood Debut & Stardom</strong> – She made a sensational Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Om Shanti Om (2007), which became a massive box-office success and established her as a leading actress overnight.

    Bollywood Debut & Stardom – She made a sensational Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Om Shanti Om (2007), which became a massive box-office success and established her as a leading actress overnight.

    Career Growth & Versatility – Over the years, Deepika proved her versatility with critically acclaimed performances in films such as Cocktail, Piku, Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat, Chennai Express and Gehraiyaan.

    Career Growth & Versatility – Over the years, Deepika proved her versatility with critically acclaimed performances in films such as Cocktail, Piku, Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat, Chennai Express and Gehraiyaan.

    <strong>International Presence</strong> – She expanded her global footprint with Hollywood projects like xXx: Return of Xander Cage and frequent appearances at international film festivals and fashion events, positioning herself as a global Indian icon.

    International Presence – She expanded her global footprint with Hollywood projects like xXx: Return of Xander Cage and frequent appearances at international film festivals and fashion events, positioning herself as a global Indian icon.

    Mental Health Advocacy – In 2015, Deepika publicly spoke about her battle with depression, breaking stigma around mental health in India and earning widespread respect for her honesty.

    Mental Health Advocacy – In 2015, Deepika publicly spoke about her battle with depression, breaking stigma around mental health in India and earning widespread respect for her honesty.

    <strong>The Live Love Laugh Foundation</strong> – Following her personal journey, she founded the Live Love Laugh Foundation to promote mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and provide support through education and outreach programs.

    The Live Love Laugh Foundation – Following her personal journey, she founded the Live Love Laugh Foundation to promote mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and provide support through education and outreach programs.

    <strong>Entrepreneurial Ventures</strong> – Deepika ventured into entrepreneurship with her self-care and skincare brand 82°E, which focuses on holistic wellness, mindful living, and science-backed skincare.

    Entrepreneurial Ventures – Deepika ventured into entrepreneurship with her self-care and skincare brand 82°E, which focuses on holistic wellness, mindful living, and science-backed skincare.

    Doting mother- Deepika and Ranveer welcomed daughter Dua in 2024, embracing new chapters of their lives.

    Doting mother- Deepika and Ranveer welcomed daughter Dua in 2024, embracing new chapters of their lives.

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