Rakul Preet Singh is a celebrated Indian actress and model who has carved a prominent place for herself in both South Indian and Hindi cinema. Born on October 10, 1990, in New Delhi, India, Rakul comes from a Punjabi family with an army background. Her father, Rajender Singh, served in the Indian Army, which instilled in her a sense of discipline from an early age. She completed her schooling at Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan, and later pursued a degree in Mathematics from Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi.
Rakul began her career in modeling during her college days, and her beauty and charm soon led her to participate in the Femina Miss India pageant in 2011, where she won five titles, including Miss Beautiful Smile. Her entry into films came with the Kannada film “Gilli” (2009), marking a modest debut in the entertainment world. However, it was her breakthrough in Telugu cinema with films like “Venkatadri Express” (2013) and “Loukyam” (2014) that made her a household name in the South.
With her expressive acting and screen presence, Rakul quickly rose to fame, appearing in several blockbuster Telugu and Tamil films such as “Nannaku Prematho” (2016), “Dhruva” (2016), “Spyder” (2017), and “Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru” (2017). Her performances were noted for their depth, and she became one of the most sought-after actresses in the industry. In Bollywood, Rakul made her presence felt with movies like “Yaariyan” (2014), “De De Pyaar De” (2019) opposite Ajay Devgn, and later featured in “Runway 34” (2022) and “Doctor G” (2022).
Apart from her acting prowess, Rakul is known for her dedication to fitness and is a trained golfer and yoga enthusiast. She has also opened a fitness center called F45 Training in Hyderabad. Over the years, she has garnered a massive fan following across India due to her relatable charm, glamorous image, and commitment to socially responsible causes like fitness awareness and environmental protection.
Rakul continues to take on diverse roles across multiple languages and has also been recognized with several awards and nominations for her contribution to Indian cinema. She remains a versatile performer who bridges the gap between mainstream commercial cinema and meaningful storytelling.
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Full Name | Rakul Preet Singh |
Date of Birth | October 10, 1990 |
Place of Birth | New Delhi, India |
Nationality | Indian |
Profession | Actress, Model |
Debut Film (Kannada) | Gilli (2009) |
Debut Film (Hindi) | Yaariyan (2014) |
Major Languages | Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada |
Education | B.Sc. in Mathematics, Jesus and Mary College |
Awards | SIIMA, Zee Cine Awards, Femina Miss India Titles |
Hobbies | Golf, Yoga, Fitness, Dance |
Business Venture | F45 Fitness Gym Franchise (Hyderabad) |
Known For | Glamorous roles, fitness, versatile acting |