How many people can even dream of making of making their big screen debut opposite the biggest star of the country? Well, even if they dream, the dreams remain as dreams. But the lucky ones like Deepika Padukone, can convert such dreams into reality and that too with utmost style. The lanky model-turned-actress from Bangalore, is not only a beautiful face, but has also proved herself as a good actress. Hailing from a sporting family, it came as a surprise to many when she decided to join the world of glamour. However, soon she tasted the sweet taste of success and there was no reason to regret or repent her decision.

Deepika started modeling at a very early age and her beautiful face caught the attention of the top media houses of the country. Soon she was the face behind a number of popular products and even landed herself a music video with Himesh Reshammiya. It was this music video that got her noticed and Farah Khan signed her on for Om Shanti Om opposite Shahrukh Khan. And then, like they say, history was made! Deepika went on to become the darling of the nation and awards and offers began to flow for her.

With such humungous success at her feet, it was only expected that she became the target of the media. Sure enough, she was soon targeted and Deepika Padukone was in the news for all the reasons, good and bad. She was linked to a string of men and was also tagged a female Casanova who didn’t bother jumping from one affair to another. However the Padukone babe didn’t seem to get too affected by all this and continued to win hearts with her grace and beauty. And of the many hearts that she won, the most cherished one was that of Ranbir Kapoor, the smart Kapoor lad with whom she is now in a steady relationship.

As the daughter of badmiton legend Prakash Padukone, everyone had thought that Deepika would get into badminton as well. She did, but that was only till she was in school. She was a national level badminton player, but quit it all after her class 10 examinations and traveled to Mumbai to become a model, a decision that truly changed her life.

Deepika Padukone is perhaps the most sought after young woman in Bollywood today. With a number of big releases lined up, she is indeed preparing to go places. What you and I can do is only wait and watch if she can continue this phenomenal success story further ahead. And since we all love her, we would really hope she does, isn’t it? Let me know what you think.