Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone are two of the biggest stars in Bollywood today. Not only have they delivered numerous solo hits, but they have also created magic whenever they have shared the screen together. Their crackling chemistry and brilliant performances have made them one of the most loved on-screen pairs.
Let’s take a look at the 4 blockbuster films this dynamic duo has starred in over the years:
Bachna Ae Haseeno (2008)
Bachna Ae Haseeno was the first film to pair Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone together. The romantic comedy, directed by Siddharth Anand, follows the story of Raj (played by Ranbir), a charming heartbreaker who falls in love with three different women at different stages of his life – Mahi (Minissha Lamba), Radhika (Bipasha Basu), and Gayatri (Deepika Padukone). Each of these women teach Raj important lessons about love and relationships.
While Deepika had a relatively smaller role compared to the other two leading ladies, her pairing with Ranbir was much appreciated. The two showcased great chemistry despite it being their first film together. Bachna Ae Haseeno was a commercial success and established Ranbir and Deepika as a fresh, bankable on-screen pair.
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)
After a gap of 5 years, Ranbir and Deepika reunited on the big screen for Ayan Mukerji’s coming-of-age romantic drama Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. The film revolves around the relationship between the free-spirited Bunny (Ranbir) and the nerdy Naina (Deepika) who meet during a trekking trip with their friends.
Ranbir and Deepika’s portrayal of Bunny and Naina was pitch-perfect. Their natural ease and sizzling chemistry elevated the film to another level. Whether it was their fun banter, the confrontation scenes or the emotional moments, the two brought out the best in each other. Deepika especially stood out in a role that was poles apart from her glamorous image. The film was a massive critical and commercial success, cementing Ranbir and Deepika’s status as an on-screen power couple.
Tamasha (2015)
Ranbir and Deepika’s next collaboration was Imtiaz Ali’s romantic drama Tamasha. The film tells the story of Ved (Ranbir) and Tara (Deepika) who meet in Corsica and decide to spend a week together without revealing their true identities. As their relationship deepens, Tara realizes that Ved is not being true to himself and is stuck in a monotonous corporate job.
Tamasha saw Ranbir and Deepika push the boundaries of their craft and deliver the most nuanced, layered performances of their careers. Ranbir brilliantly portrayed the complexities of Ved’s character who is torn between societal expectations and his own dreams. Deepika was equally impressive as the charming yet mature Tara who becomes the catalyst for Ved’s transformation. Their soul-stirring chemistry made the film’s unusual narrative come alive. Though the film had a mixed response at the box-office, it earned high praise for Ranbir and Deepika’s acting chops.
Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva (2022)
8 years after Tamasha, Ranbir and Deepika shared screen space once again in Ayan Mukerji’s ambitious fantasy adventure Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva. The film, which is the first installment in a planned trilogy, stars Ranbir as Shiva, a DJ who holds the power to awaken the Brahmastra, a powerful weapon. Deepika makes a cameo appearance as Shiva’s mother Amrita in the film.
While the two superstars don’t have many scenes together, their brief on-screen reunion was enough to send fans into a frenzy. Despite the limited screen time, Deepika left an impact in a crucial role. The film itself opened to record-breaking numbers at the box-office and received mostly positive reviews for its visual spectacle and Ranbir’s performance.
Over the years, Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone have given us some truly memorable films that have pushed the envelope in terms of storytelling and performances. From their crackling chemistry to their ability to get into the skin of their characters, the two have consistently brought out the best in each other.
As they gear up for the release of Brahmāstra: Part Two – Dev, here’s hoping we get to see more of this electrifying jodi create magic on the big screen! Their timeless pairing will go down as one of the most iconic in the history of Indian cinema.
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