Rakul Preet Singh, a prominent Indian actress and model, predominantly features in Telugu and Tamil films, with some notable Hindi film appearances. Her career and personal life have garnered significant media attention.
Wiki/Biography
Rakul Preet Singh was born on October 10, 1990 (33 years as of 2023), in New Delhi. Her zodiac sign is Libra. She completed her schooling at Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi, and then pursued a Mathematics degree at Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi. While studying, she began modeling, leading to a small role in the Kannada film “Gilli.” In 2011, she participated in Femina Miss India, winning four titles: Miss Fresh Face, Miss Beautiful Smile, Miss Talented, and Miss Beautiful Eyes. This early success paved the way for her acting career.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 8″
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Brown
Family
Rakul Preet Singh hails from a Sikh family.
Parents & Siblings
She is the daughter of Rajender Singh, an Indian Army officer, and Kulwinder Singh. She has a younger brother, Aman. Unfortunately, Aman faced legal trouble, being arrested by the Hyderabad police in a drug case in July 2024.
Husband
On February 21, 2024, she married Indian actor Jackky Bhagnani in a beautiful ceremony combining Punjabi and Sindhi traditions at ITC Grand, South Goa.
Relationships/Affairs
Before marrying Jackky Bhagnani, Rakul was rumored to be dating Rana Daggubati, a prominent star in Tamil and Telugu cinema. She officially announced her relationship with Jackky Bhagnani on Instagram in October 2021.
Career
Rakul launched her acting career in 2013, taking on lead roles in the Telugu film “Keratam” and the Tamil film “Thadaiyara Thaakka.” Her Bollywood debut followed in 2014 with “Yaariyan,” where she played Saloni. Her successful films include “Venkatadri Express,” “Current Theega,” “Rough,” “Kick 2,” “Dhruva,” “Spyder,” and “Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru.” Beyond acting, she’s also been a brand ambassador, representing the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao program for the Telangana Government and gracing the covers of several magazines like “Exhibit,” “Wedding Vows,” “WOW,” and “FHM.”
Controversy
In September 2020, Rakul was among several Bollywood celebrities summoned by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) amidst the Bollywood drug controversy. This followed the death of Sushant Singh Rajput. She faced further questioning by the Enforcement Directorate in a money-laundering case connected to the Tollywood drug case.
Salary
Rakul’s reported salary per film ranges from ?1-1.5 crore.
Favourites
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Aloo Paranthas, Gulab Jamun |
| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor |
| Actress | Deepika Padukone |
| Films | P.S. I Love U, The Devil Wears Prada, Hangover, Kal Ho Na Ho, Namastey London |
| Colours | White, Blue |
| Fashion Piece | Bags |
| Style Icon | Sonam Kapoor |
| Book | Overdressed by Elizabeth L Cline |
Facts
Rakul enjoys dancing, golf, working out, and swimming. She follows a non-vegetarian diet. She’s a fan of Saina Nehwal and holds a blue belt in Karate. She co-owns a fitness chain, “F45,” in Hyderabad with her brother. She also loves dogs and has a pet named Blossom. Her dream roles include iconic characters like Geet from “Jab We Met,” Simran from “DDLJ,” and Mastani from “Bajirao Mastani.” She’s also a skilled golfer, participating in national-level tournaments. In May 2023, she shared a video of a cryotherapy session. In April 2023, she became a brand ambassador for Arambam, a millet restaurant.
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