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    Ranveer Singh

    Ranveer Singh

    Actor
    Birth DetailsJuly 06, 1985 | Mumbai
    NationalityIndian
    LeagueCelebrity
    EducationBachelor's Degree, Indiana University, Bloomington
    Ranveer Singh’s Journey so far ...
    • Ranveer Singh’s journey in the Hindi film industry began when he joined the crew of the 2005 film Bunty Aur Babli as an assistant director
    • He debuted as a lead actor with the 2010 movie Band Baaja Baaraat, which was produced under the Yash Raj Films (YRF) banner. The movie also bagged him a Filmfare award in the best male debut category
    • Singh’s second movie Ladies v/s Ricky Bahl, released in 2011, was also with YRF, and had Anushka Sharma also in the cast
    • In 2013, he appeared in the period drama Lootera. Though the movie wasn’t a huge box-office success, his acting skills were much appreciated by the audience
    • He was next cast alongside Deepika Padukone in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2013 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet -- Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela -- which was also his first major box-office hit
    • In his next outing with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, he was paired alongside Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra in Bajirao Mastani, in 2015. The movie was not only a hit at the box office, but also brought Singh the Filmfare for best actor
    • Singh is known to be a versatile actor and has played various kinds of roles in his career. In 2018, he played the role of Alauddin Khilji in the period drama Padmaavat and the role of a cop in Rohit Shetty’s Simmba
    • In 2019, he played the role of an aspiring rapper in the movie Gully Boy. Paired opposite Alia Bhatt, the movie was India’s official entry for the Oscars that year

    Before you go ...
    • Before becoming an actor, Singh worked as a copywriter for a while
    • He is married to Deepika Padukone, who is a well-known actress
    • Reports suggest that Singh is a die-hard fan of the yesteryear WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan

    Last Updated: 26/07/2021

    Ranveer Singh News

    • In his first speech in the Lok Sabha, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi drew parallels between the Opposition and Hinduism by displaying an image of the Hindu god Shiva. He highlighted the Opposition's calm approach, resembling the god's 'abhay mudra', despite facing government attacks. Rahul also emphasised that Hinduism is not about fear and hatred, criticising the BJP. This led to objections from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Here are all the moments when Rahul and the treasury bench faced off.Big hits and misses from Rahul Gandhi's maiden speech as Lok Sabha LoP | Ft. Amit Shah & PM Modi
    • Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, on Monday launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance at the Centre, claiming that Agniveers were being treated as “use and throw.” Rahul Gandhi asserted that the Agniveer scheme would be scrapped when their government came to power. Watch!Agniveers 'use & throw': Rahul tears into Govt for no pension to martyrs; Rajnath rebukes charge
    • Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh assumed command of the Sapta Shakti Command after paying tribute at Prerna Sthal. He is marked by an illustrious military career with commands and staff roles in Jammu and Kashmir and the Western Front, including counter-insurgency operations. Recognised with prestigious medals for leadership, he received congratulations from the Army Commander upon taking charge of the South Western Command.
    • The IOA chief said it was a natural step for the competitive sports community to embrace yoga, especially after the world had given it due recognition. "It has a universal appeal and people around the world have embraced yoga and drawn benefits," Usha said.
    • Audi India on Monday reported a 6 per cent dip in retail sales at 1,431 units during the April-June quarter this year. The German luxury carmaker had sold 1,524 units in the year-ago period. "While the supply situation in Q2 2024 has improved compared to Q1 2024; it still played a limiting factor on our sales performance," Audi India Head Balbir Singh Dhillon said in a statement.
    • Opposition members on Monday demanded a separate one-day discussion on the NEET paper leak issue in the Lok Sabha and staged a walkout after they sought a clear assurance from the government on the issue. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi raised the issue of irregularities in NEET soon after the Lok Sabha assembled for the day, prompting Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to assert that a separate discussion cannot be held till the House finishes with the motion of thanks on the president’s address.LoP Rahul Gandhi seeks discussion on NEET in Lok Sabha; Opposition walks out
    • Opposition in Lok Sabha demanded a dedicated one-day discussion on the NEET paper leak, led by Rahul Gandhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated no separate discussion until the motion of thanks concludes. Speaker Om Birla affirmed no tradition of side discussions, suggesting a separate notice for NEET. Opposition walked out seeking government assurance.
    • The ICC's 'Team of the Tournament' for the T20 World Cup features six Indians, including Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, but omits Virat Kohli despite his match-winning performance in the final against South Africa. India won their second title with a thrilling seven-run victory, while Afghanistan had three players in the XI.
    • CBI's revelation of Kejriwal's dubious profit margin enhancement under the new Excise Policy led to his judicial custody until July 12.
    • Stand-up comedian Daniel Fernandes' show in Hyderabad was canceled following a threat from BJP leader Raja Singh over jokes about the Jain community. Despite apologizing and removing the offending video, Fernandes continues to receive threats. He emphasized the importance of comedy in bringing people together and condemned the violence.
    • AAP MP Sanjay Singh accused PM Modi of ordering CBI to arrest Delhi CM Kejriwal amid an ED controversy, calling the charges baseless. Singh criticized ED's tactics and accused them of acting unconstitutionally. The INDIA alliance plans a Parliament protest against ED and CBI misuse
    • The BJP in Manipur is focused on highlighting their accomplishments once the situation stabilizes, aiming for success in the upcoming Assembly polls despite recent setbacks.
    • In Bihar's Patna, Prem Singh, known as the Goldman of Bihar, has become a notable figure for his love of gold. He wears approximately five kilograms and 400 grams of gold on his body. Additionally, he owns a bike with several gold parts, which took seven to eight months to create in Bangalore and costs between 11 to 12 lakhs.Five kg jewellery on body, special gold-plated bullet: Meet Prem Singh, Goldman of Bihar
    • Indian farm worker Satnam Singh's shocking death in Italy's Latina last week sent shockwaves in India. The accident resulted in the severing of his arm, which happened while he was working at the farm. As per Flai CGIL trade union, instead of receiving help from an employer, "Singh was dumped like a bag of rubbish near his home", Meanwhile, Indian authorities raised concern over the death of the farmer and called for prompt action against responsible. On the June 28 briefing, the Ministry of External Affairs raised concern over the lack of empathy, which led to the farmer's death. MEA spox Randhir Jaiswal condemns the death of Satnam Singh and calls for more human treatment of citizens. Earlier, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also commemorated the death of the Indian farm worker.MEA on Indian worker's shocking death in Italy: 'We call for humane treatment of workers…'
    • On Saturday, the first session of the BJP's extended state executive meeting began in Panchkula to strategize for the upcoming Haryana assembly elections. The event was attended by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, election in-charge for Haryana, co-in-charge Biplab Kumar Deb, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, his predecessor and Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar, and senior leader Saudan Singh.
    • From the highest decision-making office in the country -PMO to External Affairs Minister's office and ambassadorial posting in Beijing, Misri has handled India's most challenging foreign relations in the past. A 1989-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, Misri, who has served in Washington DC in the past, is often known as someone who takes a "360-degree view of things". Being in Beijing during the Galwan crisis and thereafter, he has handled the toughest period in the Sino-Indian ties in recent times.
    • RS Dy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh was involved in a heated exchange with Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi in the Rajya Sabha on June 28 during BJP leader Sudhanshu Trivedi's address over a point of order. Heated exchange between Priyanka Chaturvedi, RS Dy Chairman Harivansh over Trivedi’s speech; watch!
    • He was the 18th person to have been arrested by the ED in this case in which it has also taken into custody Delhi Chief Minister and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, his party colleague and former deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh, BRS leader and former Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao's politician daughter K Kavitha and several liquor businessmen and others.
    • Sanjay Singh, an Aam Aadmi Party MP, criticized the Centre for infrastructure failures across India after recent rainfall. He cited issues like water entering Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, collapse of the Atal Setu Bridge and Jabalpur terminal, and problems with the Bundelkhand Expressway. Singh also condemned the Delhi Airport Terminal 1 roof collapse, blaming corruption and BJP leadership. Meanwhile, Delhi's mayor acknowledged waterlogging issues but assured improvement efforts.
    • Heavy rain on Friday morning brought relief from a prolonged heat wave to the national capital. However, the showers caused waterlogging in various parts of the city, impacting traffic and the daily lives of residents and commuters.
    • Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized the Aam Aadmi Party-run Delhi government after several areas reported waterlogging following heavy rains early Friday. Poonawalla specifically pointed out waterlogging at Minto Bridge, a location the AAP had claimed to have fixed. "The BJP leader claimed that waterlogging was also reported from Minto Bridge which AAP had claimed to have fixed."
    • Lawrence Bishnoi, who along with wanted Canada-based "terrorist" Goldy Brar ran a criminal syndicate, has been behind bars for more than 10 years but has still managed to operate his syndicate, the police said. He is presently lodged in Sabarmati jail in Gujarat.
    • SAD is the oldest political party in India after the Congress. It was founded in 1920 and carries a long legacy of Sikh politics. The rise of Sukhbir in the party in the past more than a decade also saw a concurrent alienation of several top leaders who would defer to Badal Senior but not to his son. Today, Sukhbir, out of power and out of favour with the people as reflected by the Lok Sabha poll results, faces rebellion from several senior leaders.
    • ABHYAS, designed by DRDO, is designed for autonomous flying with the help of an auto pilot, a laptop-based Ground Control System for aircraft integration, pre-flight checks, and autonomous flight.
    • The Privileges Committee of the Rajya Sabha has found 12 opposition MPs, including AAP's Sanjay Singh, guilty of misconduct for disrupting House proceedings in August 2023. The panel accepted Singh's unconditional apology and recommended revocation of his suspension, considering the punishment suffered by him sufficient. The AAP MP was suspended from the Rajya Sabha on July 24, 2023, for breaching privilege, repeatedly violating rules, and casting aspersions on the leader of the House.
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