Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ranveer Singh

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 26, 2026

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Ranveer Singh made an impact.

Ranveer Singh is a prominent Indian actor known for his versatility and work in Hindi films. He has received numerous awards, including five Filmfare Awards, and is recognized as one of India's highest-paid actors. Singh has consistently been featured in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list since 2012, highlighting his significant influence and success in the Indian film industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2001: Setting of Dhurandhar Against the Backdrop of the 2001 Indian Parliament Attack

The action thriller Dhurandhar, which Ranveer Singh starred in, was set against the backdrop of major events such as the 2001 Indian Parliament attack.

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2007: Return to Mumbai

In 2007, after completing his studies, Ranveer Singh returned to Mumbai and worked in advertising as a copywriter for a few years.

2008: Setting of Dhurandhar Against the Backdrop of the 2008 Mumbai Attacks

The action thriller Dhurandhar, which Ranveer Singh starred in, was set against the backdrop of major events such as the 2008 Mumbai attacks.

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2010: Band Baaja Baaraat Release

In 2010, Ranveer Singh auditioned for and secured the lead role in Maneesh Sharma's romantic comedy "Band Baaja Baaraat", produced by Yash Raj Films, marking his debut in the film industry. He also won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.

2010: Debut with Band Baaja Baaraat

In 2010, Ranveer Singh made his acting debut in the lead role in Yash Raj Films' romantic comedy, "Band Baaja Baaraat", winning the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.

2010: Best Male Debut for Band Baaja Baaraat

In 2010, Ranveer Singh received the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for his performance in Band Baaja Baaraat.

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2012: Appeared in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list

Since 2012, Ranveer Singh has appeared in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list.

2013: Praise for Lootera

In 2013, Ranveer Singh gained praise for playing a melancholic thief in the drama "Lootera", establishing himself as a leading actor.

2013: Lootera Release

In 2013, Ranveer Singh received critical acclaim for his performance in Vikramaditya Motwane's period romance "Lootera", although the film underperformed commercially.

2014: Gunday and Kill Dil Release

In 2014, Ranveer Singh starred in Ali Abbas Zafar's "Gunday", which became a box-office success, and also appeared in Shaad Ali's "Kill Dil", which was a critical and commercial failure.

2015: Success with Bajirao Mastani

In 2015, Ranveer Singh starred in "Bajirao Mastani", receiving widespread critical acclaim for his portrayal of Peshwa Bajirao I.

2015: Dil Dhadakne Do and Bajirao Mastani

In 2015, Ranveer Singh starred in Zoya Akhtar's ensemble comedy-drama "Dil Dhadakne Do", which underperformed commercially, and reunited with Bhansali in the period romance "Bajirao Mastani", which became one of the highest-grossing Indian films and earned Singh the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.

2016: Befikre Release

In 2016, Ranveer Singh starred in Aditya Chopra's comedy-romance "Befikre", which underperformed at the box office and received mixed reviews.

2016: Best Actor for Bajirao Mastani

In 2016, Ranveer Singh won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his role in Bajirao Mastani.

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2017: Featured in GQ's list of most influential young Indians

In 2017, Ranveer Singh was featured by GQ in their listing of the 50 most influential young Indians.

2018: Commercial Success with Simmba

In 2018, Ranveer Singh achieved further commercial success with the titular role in the action film "Simmba", a role he later reprised in Rohit Shetty's Cop Universe.

2018: Simmba Release

In 2018, Ranveer Singh played the titular role in Rohit Shetty's action comedy "Simmba", which emerged as Singh's second top-earning Indian film of the year.

2018: Padmaavat Release and Controversy

In 2018, Ranveer Singh portrayed Alauddin Khilji in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's period drama "Padmaavat", which faced controversy and violent threats but became Singh's highest-grossing release, earning him the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor.

2018: Best Actor (Critics) for Padmaavat

In 2018, Ranveer Singh received the Filmfare Award for Best Actor (Critics) for his role in Padmaavat.

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2019: Launched record label IncInk and brand value estimated

In 2019, Ranveer Singh launched his own record label, named IncInk, to promote local musicians. Kroll Inc. (formerly Duff & Phelps) estimated his brand value to be US$63 million, the fourth-highest of Indian celebrities.

2019: Highest position in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list and featured in GQ's list

In 2019, Ranveer Singh reached his highest position (seventh) in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list. That year, the magazine estimated his annual earnings to be ₹118 crore (US$12 million) and ranked him as the fifth-highest-paid actor in the country. He was also featured by GQ in their listing of the 50 most influential young Indians of 2019.

2019: Filmfare Award for Gully Boy

In 2019, Ranveer Singh received a Filmfare Best Actor Award for his performance in the musical drama "Gully Boy".

2019: Gully Boy Release

In 2019, Ranveer Singh reteamed with Zoya Akhtar on "Gully Boy", a musical inspired by the life of street rappers. He won a Filmfare Award for Best Actor.

2021: Television Debut and 83 Release

In 2021, Ranveer Singh hosted the television game show "The Big Picture" and portrayed Kapil Dev in Kabir Khan's "83", winning him his third Filmfare Award for Best Actor.

2021: Filmfare Award for 83

In 2021, Ranveer Singh received a Filmfare Best Actor Award for his performances in the sports film "83".

2022: Second position with brand value of US$203.1 million

In 2022, Ranveer Singh held the second position, peaking with a brand value of US$203.1 million.

2022: Jayeshbhai Jordaar and Cirkus Release

In 2022, Ranveer Singh's first film release was "Jayeshbhai Jordaar", a satire about female infanticide, followed by "Cirkus", a remake of the 1982 film Angoor, both of which were commercially unsuccessful.

2023: Success with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

In 2023, Ranveer Singh earned renewed commercial success with the romantic comedy "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani".

2023: Second position with brand value of US$203.1 million

In 2023, Ranveer Singh held the second position, peaking with a brand value of US$203.1 million.

2023: Featured in The Indian Express's list of most powerful people

In 2023, Ranveer Singh was featured in The Indian Express among the nation's most powerful people.

2024: Acquired stake in Elite Mindset

In 2024, Ranveer Singh acquired a 50% stake in Elite Mindset, a packaged foods company.

2024: Playing Simmba in Singham Again

In 2024, Ranveer Singh reprised his role as Simmba in Rohit Shetty's action sequel Singham Again.

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2025: Headlining Dhurandhar

In 2025, Ranveer Singh headlined Dhurandhar, an action thriller directed by Aditya Dhar. The film achieved record-breaking box office success, grossing over ₹1,300 crore (US$140 million) worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of the year.

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2025: Dhurandhar Release

In 2025, Ranveer Singh stars in "Dhurandhar", which ranks among Indian cinema's top five highest earners.

2026: Headlining Dhurandhar: The Revenge

In 2026, Ranveer Singh headlined Dhurandhar: The Revenge, a sequel to the action thriller Dhurandhar. The film has surpassed ₹1,847 crore (US$190 million) to become the highest-grossing Indian film of the year.

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