Ranveer Singh

Biography:

Ranveer Singh is a popular Indian actor known for his work in Bollywood films. He was born on July 6, 1985, in Mumbai, India. Ranveer made his acting debut in 2010 with the film “Band Baaja Baaraat,” which earned him critical acclaim and several awards.

He quickly became one of the most sought-after actors in the industry, known for his versatile performances, high-energy personality, and unique fashion sense. Some of his notable films include “Lootera,” “Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela,” “Bajirao Mastani,” “Padmaavat,” “Gully Boy,” and “Simmba,” among others. He has received numerous awards for his performances, including several Filmfare Awards.

After completing his education at Indiana University Bloomington, Singh entered the world of acting by starring in the lead role of Yash Raj Films’ romantic comedy, Band Baaja Baaraat. This movie proved to be a massive success both critically and commercially, earning him the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. Subsequently, he received acclaim for his portrayal of a melancholic thief in the drama Lootera (2013) and further solidified his stardom by collaborating with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The first of these collaborations was in the film Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013).

Singh’s talent received widespread praise when he took on the roles of Bajirao I and Alauddin Khilji in Bhansali’s period dramas Bajirao Mastani (2015) and Padmaavat (2018), respectively. He garnered the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for the former and the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor for the latter. Additionally, his action-packed film Simmba (2018), where he portrayed the titular character, became one of the highest-grossing Indian films.

The actor continued to impress with his diverse performances, earning more Best Actor accolades at Filmfare for his roles as an aspiring rapper in the musical drama Gully Boy (2019) and Kapil Dev in the sports film 83 (2021).

Outside of his acting career, Singh also showcased his hosting skills on the television game show, The Big Picture (2021–2022), and established himself as a brand ambassador for various products and companies. In his personal life, he tied the knot with his frequent co-star Deepika Padukone. Off-screen, Singh is renowned for his flamboyant and daring fashion choices, which further add to his distinctive charm and personal.

In August 2012, Singh and Deepika Padukone, his co-star in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, began their romantic relationship. Later, in October 2018, the couple made an announcement about their forthcoming marriage. The following month, they tied the knot in two ceremonies – a traditional Konkani Hindu ceremony and a Sikh Anand Karaj (Singh’s paternal grandfather was Sikh) – at Lake Como, Italy.

Since 2012, Singh has consistently been included in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list, achieving his highest ranking (seventh) in 2019. During that year, the magazine estimated his annual earnings to be ₹1.18 billion (US$15 million), placing him as the fifth-highest-paid actor in the country. Moreover, he was recognized by GQ in their compilations of the 50 most influential young Indians in both 2017 and 2019. In 2019, India Today acknowledged him among the nation’s 50 most powerful people, and in 2023, The Indian Express featured him in a similar list.