Om Shanti Om, Piku to Tamasha: Deepika Padukone's top 13 performances over the years

Deepika Padukone's journey from her debut in Om Shanti Om (2007) to her latest hit Kalki 2898 AD (2024) and Lady Singham of Singham Again (2024) has been remarkable. Ahead of Deepika Padukone's birthday, let's look at some of the best films of her career

Updated On: 2025-01-04 07:14 PM IST

Compiled by : Shachi Chaturvedi

Deepika Padukone's top performances

Om Shanti Om (2007)
Om Shanti Om, starring Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan, marked Deepika’s debut. Her dual role as Shantipriya was widely praised.

 

Cocktail (2012)
Cocktail, starring Deepika Padukone, Saif Ali Khan, and Diana Penty, showcased Deepika's career-defining performance as the free-spirited Veronica.

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, starring Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor, featured Deepika’s heartfelt performance as Naina, a shy girl discovering herself. Her portrayal struck a chord with audiences.

Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013)
Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, starred Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. Deepika’s fiery and passionate portrayal of Leela and her chemistry with Ranveer was loved by audiences.

Chennai Express (2013)
Chennai Express, starring Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan, showcased Deepika’s impeccable comic timing. Her performance was widely praised, and the film became a blockbuster, grossing over Rs 400 crore worldwide.

Tamasha (2015)
Tamasha, directed by Imtiaz Ali and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, starred Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor. Deepika's stellar portrayal of Tara earned widespread acclaim.

Piku (2015)
Piku (2015), directed by Shoojit Sircar and produced by Ronnie Lahiri, starred Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Irrfan Khan. Deepika’s nuanced performance as Piku, balancing strength and vulnerability, garnered immense praise.

 

Bajirao Mastani (2015)
Bajirao Mastani, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, starred Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, and Priyanka Chopra. Deepika’s powerful performance as Mastani showcased grace and strength, earning widespread acclaim.

Padmaavat (2018)
Padmaavat, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, starred Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, and Shahid Kapoor. Deepika's regal portrayal of Rani Padmavati earned acclaim, driving the film's Rs 500 crore global success

Pathaan (2023)
Pathaan, starring Deepika Padukone alongside Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham, saw her in a powerful role as Rubina.

Jawan (2023)
Deepika Padukone made a special appearance in Jawan alongside Shah Rukh Khan. Her impactful cameo received praise for adding emotional depth.

Fighter (2024)
Fighter, starring Deepika Padukone alongside Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor, features Deepika in a fierce and transformative role. Her performance has been praised for its intensity, contributing to the film's anticipation.

Kalki 2898 AD (2024)
Kalki 2898 AD, starring Deepika Padukone alongside Amitabh Bachchan and Prabhas, showcases her in a futuristic, action-packed role.

 

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