Rakul Preet Singh
| Rakul Preet Singh | |
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| Born | 10 October 1990 New Delhi, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Jesus and Mary College, Delhi |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Spouse | Jackky Bhagnani (m. 2024) |
Rakul Preet Singh (born 10 October 1990) is an Indian actress who predominantly works in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil films. She is known for her performances in commercially successful films and has received several accolades, including a SIIMA Award.
Early Life and Education
Rakul Preet Singh was born in New Delhi into a Punjabi Sikh family.
- Father: Kulwinder Singh (Indian Army officer)
- Mother: Rajender Kaur
- Brother: Aman Preet Singh (actor)
She completed her schooling at Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan and later graduated in Mathematics from Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi.[1]
During her college years, she started modelling and participated in the Femina Miss India 2011 pageant, where she won multiple titles including:
- Miss Fresh Face
- Miss Talented
- Miss Beautiful Smile
- Miss Beautiful Eyes
Career
Debut and Early Career (2009–2014)
Rakul began her acting career with the Kannada film Gilli (2009).[2]
She later appeared in Telugu and Tamil films such as:
- Keratam (2011)
- Thadaiyara Thaakka (2012)
- Puthagam (2013)
Her breakthrough came with the Telugu film Venkatadri Express (2013), which became a commercial success and earned her a Filmfare nomination.
In 2014, she made her Hindi debut with Yaariyan, gaining recognition in Bollywood.
Success in Telugu Cinema (2015–2018)
Rakul Preet Singh established herself as a leading actress in Telugu cinema with several successful films:
- Pandaga Chesko (2015)
- Sarrainodu (2016)
- Dhruva (2016)
- Nannaku Prematho (2016)
- Rarandoi Veduka Chudham (2017)
She also gained recognition in Tamil cinema with:
- Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru (2017)
During this period, she won the SIIMA Award for Best Actress (Telugu).
Expansion to Bollywood and Other Industries (2019–present)
Rakul continued her career across multiple industries with notable films:
- De De Pyaar De (2019)
- Runway 34 (2022)
- Doctor G (2022)
- Thank God (2022)
She also appeared in Tamil and Telugu films like:
- NGK (2019)
- Ayalaan (2024)
- Indian 2 (2024)
Her performances in both commercial and content-driven films have made her a versatile actress in Indian cinema.
Other Work
Apart from acting, Rakul Preet Singh is involved in various ventures:
- Brand endorsements and advertising
- Fitness entrepreneurship (F45 Training gyms)
- Co-founder of the app Starring You
- Restaurant venture Arambam
She has also supported social initiatives, including Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.
Personal Life
Rakul Preet Singh married actor and producer Jackky Bhagnani on 21 February 2024 in Goa.
Before marriage, she lived in Hyderabad and later moved to Mumbai.
Achievements
- SIIMA Award winner
- Multiple Filmfare Awards South nominations
- Recognized among popular South Indian actresses
- Featured in "Most Desirable Women" lists
- Successful career across multiple film industries
Legacy
Rakul Preet Singh is regarded as one of the prominent actresses who successfully bridged South Indian cinema and Bollywood. Her consistent performances, versatility, and strong screen presence have established her as a leading figure in contemporary Indian cinema.