Full Name: Ranveer Singh Bhavnani
Date of Birth: July 6, 1985
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nicknames: Energy King, Powerhouse Performer
Early Life and Education
Ranveer Singh Bhavnani was born into a Sindhi family in Mumbai. His father, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, is a businessman, and his mother, Anju Bhavnani, is a homemaker. He has an elder sister, Ritika Bhavnani. The family relocated to Mumbai after the partition of India, and Ranveer grew up in a close-knit family environment.
Ranveer attended Learners’ Academy, a school in Mumbai, and later pursued a degree in Arts from Indiana University Bloomington in the United States, where he majored in theatre and creative writing. During his time abroad, Ranveer developed a deep passion for acting and participated in various stage productions.
Early Career Struggles
After returning to India, Ranveer worked briefly in advertising as a copywriter for agencies like O&M (Ogilvy & Mather) and JWT. However, his dream of becoming an actor led him to leave his job and audition for film roles. He faced rejections early on but remained determined. His break came when Yash Raj Films cast him in “Band Baaja Baaraat” (2010), a romantic comedy directed by Maneesh Sharma.
FILMOGRAPHY:
2010s
| Year | Film Title | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Band Baaja Baaraat | Bittoo Sharma | Debut film; Won—Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut |
| 2011 | Ladies vs Ricky Bahl | Ricky Bahl | |
| 2013 | Bombay Talkies | Himself | Special appearance in song “Apna Bombay Talkies” |
| 2013 | Lootera | Varun Srivastav / Atmanand “Nandu” Tripathi | |
| 2013 | Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela | Ram Rajari | |
| 2014 | Gunday | Bikram Bose | |
| 2014 | Finding Fanny | Gabo Eucharistica | English film; Cameo appearance |
| 2014 | Kill Dil | Dev Sharma | |
| 2015 | Hey Bro | Himself | Special appearance in song “Birju” |
| 2015 | Dil Dhadakne Do | Kabir Mehra | |
| 2015 | Bajirao Mastani | Peshwa Bajirao I | Won—Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 2016 | Ranveer Ching Returns | Ranveer Ching | Short film |
| 2016 | Befikre | Dharam Gulati | |
| 2018 | Padmaavat | Alauddin Khilji | Won—Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor |
| 2018 | Teefa in Trouble | Himself | Pakistani film; Special appearance |
| 2018 | Simmba | Sangram “Simmba” Bhalerao | |
| 2019 | Gully Boy | Murad Ahmed | Won—Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
2020s
| Year | Film Title | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Ghoomketu | Himself | Cameo appearance |
| 2021 | Sooryavanshi | Sangram “Simmba” Bhalerao | Special appearance |
| 2021 | 83 | Kapil Dev | Won—Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 2022 | Jayeshbhai Jordaar | Jayeshbhai Jordaar | |
| 2022 | Cirkus | Roy Chauhan & Roy Shenoy | Dual role |
| 2023 | Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani | Rocky Randhawa | |
| 2024 | Singham Again | ACP Sangram “Simmba” Bhalerao | |
| 2025 | Dhurandhar | TBA | Filming |
Achievements and Awards
Ranveer Singh has received numerous accolades, including:
- Filmfare Awards: Multiple wins, including Best Actor for “Bajirao Mastani,” “Padmaavat,” and “Gully Boy.”
- IIFA, Zee Cine, and Stardust Awards: Recognitions for his diverse performances.
- Forbes India Celebrity 100: Frequently listed among the highest-paid and most influential Indian celebrities.
Personal Life
Ranveer Singh married actress Deepika Padukone in November 2018 in a grand yet intimate ceremony in Lake Como, Italy. The couple, often referred to as Bollywood’s power duo, frequently collaborates on-screen and is adored for their chemistry both on and off-screen.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWIXDCSm13g&pp=ygUecmFudmVlciBzaW5naCBpbnRlcnZpZXcgbGF0ZXN0
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ranveersingh/
