Ranveer Singh
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| Full name | Ranveer Singh Bhavnani |
| Born | 6 July 1985
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Indiana University Bloomington (BA) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Spouse | Deepika Padukone (m. 2018) |
| Children | 1 daughter |
| Known for | Band Baaja Baaraat, Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat, Simmba, Gully Boy, 83 |
Ranveer Singh Bhavnani (born 6 July 1985) is an Indian actor who works mainly in Hindi films. He is known for his versatility across genres and has received several awards, including multiple Filmfare Awards. He is considered one of the leading actors in contemporary Bollywood cinema.[1]
Early Life and Background
Ranveer Singh was born on 6 July 1985 in Mumbai into a Sindhi family. His parents are Anju and Jagjit Singh Bhavnani. He has an elder sister, Ritika Bhavnani. His family originally migrated from Karachi during the Partition of India.
He studied at H.R. College in Mumbai before moving to the United States, where he completed a Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications from Indiana University Bloomington. During college, he developed an interest in acting and theatre.[2]
After returning to India, he worked briefly in advertising as a copywriter and also assisted in film direction before pursuing acting full-time.
Acting Career
Early Career (2010–2014)
Ranveer Singh made his acting debut with the romantic comedy Band Baaja Baaraat (2010), opposite Anushka Sharma. The film was a commercial success, and his performance was widely praised. He won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
He followed this with films like Ladies vs Ricky Bahl (2011) and gained critical appreciation for Lootera (2013).[3]
In 2013, he starred in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, which became a major commercial success and established him as a leading actor.
He also appeared in Gunday (2014), which performed well at the box office.
Established Actor (2015–2019)
Ranveer Singh worked in several major films during this phase. In 2015, he starred in Bajirao Mastani, where he played Peshwa Bajirao I. The film was a huge success, and he won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
In 2016, he appeared in Befikre, which received mixed reviews.
In 2018, he played Alauddin Khilji in Padmaavat, earning critical praise for his intense performance.
He also starred in Simmba (2018), a commercial action film that became a major box office hit.[4]
In 2019, he played a rapper in Gully Boy, which was critically acclaimed and won multiple awards, including another Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
Recent Career (2020–Present)
In 2021, Ranveer Singh starred in 83, a sports drama based on the 1983 Cricket World Cup. He played Kapil Dev and received praise for his performance.
In 2023, he appeared in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, which was a commercial success.
In 2025 and 2026, he starred in the blockbuster spy thriller series Dhurandhar and its sequel, both of which became among the highest-grossing Indian films.
Other Work
Ranveer Singh is also known for brand endorsements and fashion influence. He has worked with several international and Indian brands and is known for his bold fashion style.
He has also sung and rapped in films like Gully Boy.
Personal Life
Ranveer Singh married actress Deepika Padukone in 2018. The couple is one of the most popular celebrity pairs in India. They have a daughter.
Impact and Public Image
Ranveer Singh is known for his energetic performances, versatility, and strong screen presence. He is also widely recognized for his unique fashion sense and outspoken personality.
Awards
He has won multiple Filmfare Awards including:
- Best Male Debut – Band Baaja Baaraat
- Best Actor – Bajirao Mastani
- Best Actor – Gully Boy
- Best Actor – 83
- Critics Award – Padmaavat
References
- ↑ https://mabumbe.com/people/ranveer-singh-biography-age-height-movies-net-worth/
- ↑ https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ranveer-Singh
- ↑ https://www.ndtvprofit.com/lifestyle/entertainment-cinema-bollywood-movie-dhurandhar-2-the-revenge-box-office-collection-day-50-ranveer-singh-film-occupancy-falls-earns-this-amount-11461851
- ↑ https://www.financialexpress.com/life/lifestyle-ranveer-singhs-dhurandhar-money-story-with-gifs-guts-and-grit-he-turned-energy-into-equity-4217856/