Birthday Special! Check out childhood pictures of Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone, is one of the most popular Bollywood actors. She also carved a niche for herself in B-town in Hollywood. She celebrates her birthday on Jan 5.

From being a badminton champion to supermodel, she has won several hearts including Ranveer Singh with her alluring smile and charismatic personality.

As the actor turns 35 today, let's take a look at some lesser-known facts about the epitome of beauty, power and excellence Deepika Padukone.

Deepika Padukone was born in Copenhagen, Denmark on 5th January 1986. She was raised in Bengaluru.

Taking sports love from her father Prakash Padukone, she too has played state-level badminton before jumping into action. Deepika Padukone's younger sister Anisha who is also a sports lover, is a golfer.

Deepika had decided to pursue acting in her class 10th. She was enthusiastic and always keen to watch films.

In 2004, she appeared in a soap commercial of Liril from which she had gained massive popularity.

Deepika's first break was given by famous singer and music composer Himesh Reshammiya, in his music album "Naam Hai Tera."