The queen of hearts Deepika Padukone turns 40 today and fans just cannot keep calm. Since she has made her debut in the film industry, she has built a career that few actors in Bollywood can match. From her early days as a newcomer to becoming one of the highest-paid actresses in India, Deepika’s journey is nothing less than inspirational. Even after nearly two decades in the film industry, she continues to be in demand among top directors and brands.
Daughter of badminton legend Prakash Padukone, Deepika proved her mettle despite coming from a non-Bollywood background. Yet, she managed to create her own space through hard work and choice of the films. Today, she is one of the most adored, and successful actresses.
Deepika Padukone’s rise to stardom
Deepika Padukone made her acting debut in 2006 with the Kannada film Aishwarya, where she starred opposite Upendra Rao. The film brought her initial recognition, but her real breakthrough came in Bollywood the next year.
In 2007, she starred opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Om Shanti Om. The film was a massive hit and instantly made her a popular face across the country. Instead of rushing into back-to-back projects, Deepika chose her films carefully in the years that followed.
She went on to appear in movies like Love Aaj Kal, Cocktail, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Chennai Express, and Padmaavat. These films helped her show different sides of her acting, from light-hearted roles to more serious characters.
In 2017, Deepika made her Hollywood debut with xXx: Return of Xander Cage, starring alongside Vin Diesel. While she has not taken up many Hollywood projects since then, the film helped her gain popularity outside Bollywood.
Deepika Padukone’s earnings and net worth
Deepika Padukone is now among the highest-paid actresses in the country. According to a report by Siasat.com, her estimated net worth is around Rs 500 crore.
She reportedly charges between Rs 15 crore and Rs 30 crore per film, depending on the role and film. Apart from films, a large part of her income comes from brand endorsements. She has been associated with several leading fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands over the years.
Deepika is also known to be careful with her investments, especially in real estate. Many of the properties are jointly owned with her husband, Ranveer Singh.
Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone’s properties
The couple owns multiple high-value properties in and around Mumbai, as well as a holiday home outside the city.
Sea-facing quadruplex in Bandra
One of their most expensive purchases is a sea-facing quadruplex apartment in Bandra, located close to Shah Rukh Khan’s residence, Mannat. The property was bought in 2022 for Rs 119 crore.
The home spreads across the 16th to 19th floors of the building and has an interior area of over 11,266 sq ft, along with a 1,300 sq ft terrace. The construction work has been completed recently, and the couple is expected to shift there soon.
Another flat in the same building
Apart from the quadruplex, Ranveer and Deepika also own another apartment in the same building. As per Hindustan Times, this flat is valued at around Rs 17.8 crore.
Alibaug holiday home
In 2021, the couple invested in a holiday bungalow in Alibaug. The property is located on Billionaires’ Street in Maapgaon village and covers 2.25 acres of land.
The bungalow itself spans around 18,000 sq ft and is reportedly worth Rs 22 crore. Many Bollywood celebrities own homes in Alibaug, which is known for offering privacy and easy access from Mumbai.
Beaumonde Towers, Worli
After their wedding in 2018, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone moved into an apartment at Beaumonde Towers in Worli. The property is currently valued at approximately Rs 42 crore.
Deepika had already bought a 4-BHK apartment in the same building back in 2010. According to MagicBricks, she paid Rs 16 crore for the 2,776 sq ft flat, which has since appreciated significantly in value.
Deepika Padukone’s luxurious lifestyle
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh also own several luxury cars. Their collection reportedly includes models from Range Rover, Mercedes-Benz and BMW. Unlike some of their peers, the couple keeps their lifestyle relatively private and avoids frequent public displays of wealth.
Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh love story
Deepika and Ranveer met while working on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, which released in 2013. Their relationship remained mostly private for several years.
The couple got married in 2018 in an intimate ceremony in Italy, attended by close friends and family. In September last year, they welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Dua.
Deepika’s upcoming films
After the birth of her daughter, Deepika took a short break from work. She is now preparing to return to films. Her last release was followed by announcements confirming her role in upcoming sequels to big-budget films such as Brahmastra and Pathaan.
While the makers have not announced official release dates yet, fans are looking forward to seeing her back on screen.
