1 / 8Deepika 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. 2 / 8From being a badminton champion to supermodel, she has won several hearts including Ranveer Singh with her alluring smile and charismatic personality. 3 / 8As 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.4 / 8Deepika Padukone was born in Copenhagen, Denmark on 5th January 1986. She was raised in Bengaluru.5 / 8Taking 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. 6 / 8Deepika had decided to pursue acting in her class 10th. She was enthusiastic and always keen to watch films.7 / 8In 2004, she appeared in a soap commercial of Liril from which she had gained massive popularity. 8 / 8Deepika's first break was given by famous singer and music composer Himesh Reshammiya, in his music album 'Naam Hai Tera.'