Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone's relationship was once the talk of Bollywood. The actors, who began dating around 2007, seemed to be one of the industry's most promising couples. However, their romance, which blossomed during the filming of Bachna Ae Haseeno in 2008, eventually ended in 2010 under distressing circumstances.
Deepika later opened up about her painful breakup with Ranbir in an old interview with Cosmopolitan. She expressed that she had never strayed in a relationship and questioned why anyone would commit to a relationship if they intended to fool around. "If I’m going to be fooling around, why would I be in a relationship? It’s better to be single and have fun. But not everyone thinks like that. Maybe that’s why I’ve been hurt in the past," she said.
Giving a Second Chance and Facing Betrayal
Despite concerns from those close to her, Deepika admitted to giving Ranbir another chance after he begged and pleaded with her. However, her trust was shattered once again when she caught him cheating. She shared, "I was foolish enough to give him (Ranbir) a second chance because he begged and pleaded, despite the fact that everyone around me said he was still straying. Then I actually caught him red-handed. It took me a while to get out. But having done that, nothing can make me go back. That ship has sailed."
Deepika reflected on the emotional impact, stating, "The first time he cheated on me, I thought there was something wrong with the relationship or me. But when someone makes a habit of it, you know the problem lies with him." She emphasized that while she gives a lot in relationships without expecting much in return, infidelity for her was a complete deal breaker. "Once it comes in, respect goes away, trust goes away and these are the pillars of a relationship you can’t f*ck around with it," she explained.
Lessons Learned and Moving On
The aftermath of their breakup was emotionally taxing for Deepika. She admitted to crying extensively but eventually found strength within herself. "It made me realise I should not be so attached to one thing or a person – after the break-up, the fact that I had to pick myself up. I cried a lot after my break-up. But I have become a better person, and I thank him for that," she concluded.
Ranbir, for his part, also acknowledged his faults in an interview with Stardust magazine in 2011. He confessed, "Yes, I have cheated, out of immaturity, out of inexperience, out of taking advantage of certain temptations, out of callousness." He added that maturity had helped him understand the importance of commitment in relationships.
Current Relationships and Mutual Respect
Following their breakup, both stars found happiness elsewhere. Deepika married actor Ranveer Singh in 2018, and the couple welcomed their daughter, Dua Singh Padukone. Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor tied the knot with actress Alia Bhatt, and they are proud parents to their daughter, Raha Kapoor.
Despite their rocky past, Deepika and Ranbir today share a mature and respectful bond. In a 2018 interview, Ranbir spoke warmly about Deepika, saying, "The amount of love I have for Deepika is like family. It's very warm; it's about care, about being proud of her." He emphasized that while their relationship evolved, the feelings of respect and care remained strong.
Ranbir’s Perspective on Public Perception
Ranbir Kapoor later addressed how the public labeled him a "playboy" and "cheater" due to his early relationships. In a conversation with Zerodha founder Nikhil Kamath, he said, “When I started, I was always regarded as this playboy guy who was just dating actresses.” He explained that much of this perception stemmed from his relationships with two highly successful actresses, adding, “I was labelled a cheater for a very large part of my life, and I still am. I don’t care about it, but it used to bother me because it’s not entirely true.”
He mentioned that although people made assumptions, he chose not to speak publicly about private matters. Ranbir also shared that the negativity affected him most when he thought it bothered his parents, Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh. However, over time, he realized that they were less affected than he had assumed.
Deepika later opened up about her painful breakup with Ranbir in an old interview with Cosmopolitan. She expressed that she had never strayed in a relationship and questioned why anyone would commit to a relationship if they intended to fool around. "If I’m going to be fooling around, why would I be in a relationship? It’s better to be single and have fun. But not everyone thinks like that. Maybe that’s why I’ve been hurt in the past," she said.
Giving a Second Chance and Facing Betrayal
Despite concerns from those close to her, Deepika admitted to giving Ranbir another chance after he begged and pleaded with her. However, her trust was shattered once again when she caught him cheating. She shared, "I was foolish enough to give him (Ranbir) a second chance because he begged and pleaded, despite the fact that everyone around me said he was still straying. Then I actually caught him red-handed. It took me a while to get out. But having done that, nothing can make me go back. That ship has sailed."
Deepika reflected on the emotional impact, stating, "The first time he cheated on me, I thought there was something wrong with the relationship or me. But when someone makes a habit of it, you know the problem lies with him." She emphasized that while she gives a lot in relationships without expecting much in return, infidelity for her was a complete deal breaker. "Once it comes in, respect goes away, trust goes away and these are the pillars of a relationship you can’t f*ck around with it," she explained.
Lessons Learned and Moving On
The aftermath of their breakup was emotionally taxing for Deepika. She admitted to crying extensively but eventually found strength within herself. "It made me realise I should not be so attached to one thing or a person – after the break-up, the fact that I had to pick myself up. I cried a lot after my break-up. But I have become a better person, and I thank him for that," she concluded.
Ranbir, for his part, also acknowledged his faults in an interview with Stardust magazine in 2011. He confessed, "Yes, I have cheated, out of immaturity, out of inexperience, out of taking advantage of certain temptations, out of callousness." He added that maturity had helped him understand the importance of commitment in relationships.
Current Relationships and Mutual Respect
Following their breakup, both stars found happiness elsewhere. Deepika married actor Ranveer Singh in 2018, and the couple welcomed their daughter, Dua Singh Padukone. Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor tied the knot with actress Alia Bhatt, and they are proud parents to their daughter, Raha Kapoor.
Despite their rocky past, Deepika and Ranbir today share a mature and respectful bond. In a 2018 interview, Ranbir spoke warmly about Deepika, saying, "The amount of love I have for Deepika is like family. It's very warm; it's about care, about being proud of her." He emphasized that while their relationship evolved, the feelings of respect and care remained strong.
Ranbir’s Perspective on Public Perception
Ranbir Kapoor later addressed how the public labeled him a "playboy" and "cheater" due to his early relationships. In a conversation with Zerodha founder Nikhil Kamath, he said, “When I started, I was always regarded as this playboy guy who was just dating actresses.” He explained that much of this perception stemmed from his relationships with two highly successful actresses, adding, “I was labelled a cheater for a very large part of my life, and I still am. I don’t care about it, but it used to bother me because it’s not entirely true.”
He mentioned that although people made assumptions, he chose not to speak publicly about private matters. Ranbir also shared that the negativity affected him most when he thought it bothered his parents, Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh. However, over time, he realized that they were less affected than he had assumed.
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