Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, two of the most prominent figures in Bollywood, have captivated audiences not just with their individual talent but also with their beautiful relationship as husband and wife.

From sparking chemistry on the screen to building a life together, their journey exemplifies the power of connection and growth. Their love story is one of pure joy.

They are two of the biggest stars in Bollywood and have appeared together in some of the highest-grossing films in Hindi cinema in recent years.

Interestingly, both appear to have completely contrasting personalities in public life. Thus, while Ranveer has, for the most part of his career, been flashy and flamboyant before the camera, Deepika has maintained an elegant and aristocratic grace.

Ranveer has acknowledged Deepika’s intelligence several times in the past.

“I am really grateful that I have such a sharp mind as a partner. She improves my work by giving me constructive criticism; I use her as my creative bouncing board. Often, we discuss our work, her work, and mine as well,” he once said in an interview.

To their fans, they are the example of the perfect couple who complete each other. And now, they are set to become parents for the first time. With the pregnancy announcement by Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh taking the Indian internet by storm on 29 February 2024, here is a look at the fairytale relationship the two built over 12 years.

Complete relationship timeline of Ranveer and Deepika

2012: The first meeting

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone met for the first time at an award show outside of India.

According to Filmfare, Ranveer saw Deepika wearing a silver colour gown to the event. That moment, Ranveer later told the publication, was etched in his memory for life.

In fact, he referred to the moment during the promotions of Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram Leela in 2013.

“The first time I saw her, I almost went flat!” specifically mentioning the dress.

He also referred to the moment on social media on 10 December 2015 in response to a fan question on how he could remember it so well.

“How can one possibly forget that sight?! #dropdeadgorgeous,” he wrote on Twitter (now X).

@pp_punjabi @deepikapadukone how can one possibly forget that sight!? #dropdeadgorgeous #5YearsOfRanveerSingh

— Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) December 10, 2015

Such was the impact on him that Ranveer recalled it six years later on Famously Filmfare season 2 (2018–2019) in an interview with Jitesh Pillai.

“First of all, I saw her from behind…she’s wearing this silver thing and she is so tall, man I couldn’t believe that anybody could look like that,” he said on the TV show.

2012: Sparks fly on the sets of Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone reportedly began their love story while filming for Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela. The film, inspired by William Shakespeare’s epic tragedy Romeo and Juliet, is one of the 10 movies directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

By this time, rumours about their relationship were doing the rounds in the Indian media. But Ranveer and Deepika kept their relationship status private.

Yet those who could draw hints could feel their love for each other every time Ranveer spoke about Deepika. In one instance, he jokingly referred to his dengue fever during filming as “Loveria.”

2013: Success of Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram Leela

A still from Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram Leela showing Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. (Image: Courtesy of IMDb)

Ahead of the release of Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram Leela, Ranveer spoke to a tabloid about a kiss scene they filmed. When asked by a tabloid if it was the hottest kiss filmed in a Hindi movie, Ranveer said, “Yes, I think so. I hope that there will be no objection to the kiss because it’s a beautiful kiss.”

Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela was released on 15 November 2013. Though it was not critically well received, it was a major commercial success, earning around INR 220 crore in its theatrical run, becoming the fifth highest-grossing Indian film of 2013.

The success of the film boosted Ranveer’s career. On the other hand, it also helped establish Deepika as a bankable actress in Bollywood given that films starring her grossed more than INR 1,000 crore in 2013 alone. Besides Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela, these included Chennai Express (over INR 420 crore), Yeh Jawaani hai Deewani (over INR 315 crore), and Race 2 (over INR 175 crore

2013-2014: Subtle gestures and growing affection

Ranveer Singh visited Deepika Padukone in Goa on the sets of Finding Fanny reportedly sometime in 2013. The film, which was released in 2014, has a cameo by Ranveer.

The actor appears as the late husband of Deepika’s character.

According to Filmfare, its director Homi Adjania said that Ranveer’s cameo was kept a secret.

“Deepika had no idea about Ranveer’s cameo. Ranveer and I were chatting about this film and the idea of this cameo role came up. He liked it and agreed to do it. He came on the sets…we had fun doing it.” he said.

Reports also suggest that Ranveer played his part for free.

On 8 January 2014, Bollywood filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan hosted a 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡day bash where big names from the Hindi film industry were invited. Ranveer and Deepika were among the guests. They were seen leaving the party with filmmaker Karan Johar and fashion designer Manish Malhotra.

It was at this party where the waiting paparazzi saw Ranveer sweetly trying to give a yellow rose to a stylishly dressed Deepika as she walked out with Karan. Deepika was seen smiling and Ranveer then walked with her to her car.

2015: Ranveer and Deepika are engaged

A scene from Bajirao Mastani (2015). Ranveer and Deepika were engaged sometime around the release of this film. (Image: Courtesy of IMDb)

Yes, it was in 2015 when Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone decided to take their relationship to the next level by getting engaged. But it was a carefully guarded secret for three years till they got married.

The two officially admitted that they were engaged in 2015 on an episode of Koffee With Karan in 2023.

“So Ram Leela happened and we were in this (dating phase). At one point, when I felt right, I decided she was the one. So, I thought before anything can happen just put a ring on it,” Ranveer told host Karan Johar.

The actor said that he bought a ring for Deepika while keeping his sister and mother in the loop. He said that he “didn’t have that degree or maturity” to seek the permission of Deepika’s parents.

“So we go to the Maldives and I secretly carry the ring with me and we do the sandbank adventure,” he said.

Deepika reportedly accepted the proposal during their vacation.

2018: The grand wedding

After appearing in two more blockbuster movies, Bajirao Mastani (2015) and Padmaavat (2018), Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone announced their wedding to the world.

Deepika shared a post of the wedding announcement on Instagram. In the wedding card message posted in Hindi and English, the couple thanked their fans for their support and sought their blessings.

The wedding ceremony was held over two days, 14 and 15 November 2018, at Lake Como, Italy. Two ceremonies were conducted: one following Deepika Padukone’s Konkani roots and the other along Ranveer Singh’s Sindhi customs. Family and friends were present on the occasion.

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone during their wedding at Lake Como. (Image: Courtesy of दीपिका पादुकोण/@deepikapadukone/Instagram)

Pictures and videos of the wedding, which were officially shared by the couple and the wedding planning company, went viral. A full version of the wedding was shown at the Koffee With Karan episode in 2023.

2019-2023: Love continues

Following their marriage, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone worked in 83 — a sports drama based on the Indian national cricket team’s World Cup win in 1983. The film was produced by Padukone.

Besides work, they continued appearing together at events.

In an interview soon after the wedding, Ranveer said, “Now, we’re cocooned in love, and there is no space for doubt or misgiving. It’s groundedness, centredness, security, warmth, and joy. We share experiences and laugh together. The added security that comes with marriage has allowed our relationship to blossom further.”

2024: Pregnancy photoshoot

On 2 September, Deepika and Ranveer shared their pregnancy photoshoot on Instagram. A total of 14 monochrome pictures were shared by the couple. Some of them show the couple sharing lighter moments while others have Deepika flaunting her 𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑦 bump with pride and posing in several outfits.

2024: Birth of 𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑦 girl

Ranveer and Deepika welcomed their first 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥, a 𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑦 girl, on 8 September. The couple made the announcement through a post on social media.

“Welcome 𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑦 girl. 8.09.2024. Deepika and Ranveer,” read the post, which carried an artistic photo of a 𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑦’s ribbon.