Deepika Padukone: Films that changed her life

There are two unwritten rules - never ask a man his salary and a girl, her age. However, this can very well be reversed it seems. Well, at least in the case of Deepika Padukone, who is rumoured to have been paid a whopping Rs 11 crore for her next period drama 'Padmavati' which will be directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and will see her in the titular role. However, Bhansali, who is extremely protective about even the minutest details of his ambitious projects, including his actors, is reported to be very upset with Deepika. Bhansali was in for a rude shock when he read the news of Deepika being paid Rs 11 crore for 'Padmavati'. Interestingly, the actress was reportedly paid Rs 1 crore for 'Goliyon Ki Rasleela: Ram-Leela' just two years ago and now, if the news of her being paid Rs 11 crore is true then this would be the biggest and the highest jump for any Bollywood actor as far as acting remuneration is concerned. Whether this news is completely true or not is something only Deepika and Bhansali know best, but irrespective of that, the maverick filmmaker isn't too happy that the details of the monetary deals between him and his actors have made it to the headlines!

Deepika Padukone is all set to mark her Hollywood debut with 'xXx: The Return Of Xander Cage.' While DP will be seen sharing screen space with some renowned Hollywood stars like Vin Diesel, Nina Dobrev, Ruby Rose, among others, there's one more star that our leggy lass will be seen with. Renowned Brazil and Barcelona footballer, Neymar Jr features in a cameo in the movie. However, with Deepika back in Mumbai and Neyman shooting for his part only recently, we wonder if the duo will be sharing screen space together.

She is known to have the cutest of smiles you get to see at the movies. You cannot just roll your eyes off the screen when she flaunts her sexy long legs. You are easily taken away by her irresistible charm as soon as you get a sight for her. She is not just the queen of dimples, but also a queen at the box-office. We bring you the list of films which completely changed the face of her life and earned her the No. 1 crown in Bollywood.

Om Shanti Om: Deepika Padukone had a dream debut of sorts what with getting the opportunity to share screen space with the baadshah of Bollywood - Shah Rukh Khan. To be in the same frame as Shah Rukh and getting it right is no child’s play but Deepika pulled it off with relative ease. As Deepika’s performance in the film garnered rave reviews, industry insiders had no doubt that the Bangalore girl will soon be among the most prominent actresses of tinsel town.

Love Aaj Kal: It was not a smooth ride for Deepika Padukone even after making a smashing debut with Om Shanti Om. The road to success was riddled with potholes and they came in form of Bachna Ae Haseeno and Chandni Chowk to China. But Imtiaz Ali’s Love Aaj Kal that released in 2009, proved to be the game-changer. Luckily for Deepika, Love Aaj Kal came at a time when she desperately needed a hit. Also, under Imtiaz’s skillful direction, Deepika could prove her acting prowess.

Cocktail: No one would have thought that Deepika’s journey in films would become even tougher post Love Aaj Kal. But as fate would have it, the actress faced a series of flops in the following two years before Homi Adajania’s romantic comedy Cocktail happened in 2012. Deepika’s character of a carefree bird, Veronica, fetched her a volley of appreciation. A superhit at the box-office, Cocktail earned the leggy lass a huge number of fans. For Deepika, this ‘Cocktail’ was not about letting loose but gaining control of her film career.

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani: Cast opposite her ex-boyfriend, Ranbir Kapoor, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is one of Deepika’s most remembered films till date. Playing a bespectacled girl who was studying to be a doctor, Deepika’s innocent portrayal was an ultimate treat for her fans. Deepika’s chemistry with Ranbir was unmatchable and the film managed to further cement the actress' position in the industry.

Chennai Express: Chennai Express was Deepika’s second film with Shah Rukh Khan after Om Shanti Om. Deepika’s flawless portrayal of a South Indian girl received accolades from critics as well as the audience. The manner in which she had picked up the accent of her character was something to look forward to, in Rohit Shetty’s romantic-action comedy. The film minted a whopping Rs 399 crore at the box-office and established Deepika as the new queen of Bollywood.

Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela: Fortunate are the ones who get a chance to work with a director like Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Having proved her acting skills in various films, Deepika was chosen to play Leela in Bhansali’s ambitious project, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela. While Deepika’s desi look was much appreciated, her performance too stumped everyone. Also, with the film, the actress proved her ability to fit into any kind of role.

We wish Deepika a very Happy Birthday and a great year ahead!