5 things about Deepika and Ranveer we learned from Koffee with Karan Season 8 opener

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh delved into their marriage during the premiere of Koffee with Karan Season 8, reflecting on the initial phase of their relationship when they had the freedom to date others but consistently chose each other.

What

• In the Season 8 debut of the talk-show Koffee With Karan hosted by the renowned Bollywood director Karan Johar, beloved celebrity couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone delved into their marriage, love life, and Deepika's battle with depression.

• Ranveer Singh, as usual, was talkative, touching on various aspects of both actors' lives and unveiling an exclusive video from Deepika and Ranveer's wedding.
• The episode has received significant acclaim for concluding on a romantic note, appealing to those in search of love.
• Social media is buzzing with netizens discussing various aspects of the lives shared by the well-known Bollywood couple during the episode.

Five things we learned about Deepika and Ranveer

The beginning of their relationship

• Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone openly shared the inception of their love story, which commenced when Deepika replaced Kareena Kapoor Khan in the movie Ram Leela (2013).
• They shared a romantic moment during lunch at Sanjay Leela Bhansali's place, where Ranveer noticed food stuck in Deepika's teeth, and she calmly asked him for help, creating a scene akin to one from a Bollywood movie.
• When asked about the start of their dating, Ranveer said, "The next day," and Deepika added, "There was no gap." Deepika was single, and Ranveer had recently ended a relationship.
• Deepika revealed that she approached their relationship cautiously in the beginning due to her past difficult experiences. It was only after their engagement that their relationship became truly committed.

Their 'open' relationship

• The episode took an intense turn when Ranveer and Deepika discussed their open relationship, which became a trending topic on social media.
• Initially denying it, Deepika eventually acknowledged their togetherness as they went on dates, spent holidays and New Year's together, with Ranveer remembering Deepika dating others in the first six months.

• Ranveer firmly believed he was "the one" for her, and she was "the one" for him during that initial period.

Deepika’s struggle with depression

• Deepika Padukone's battle with depression was candidly discussed, with a special focus on Ranveer Singh's supportive role.
• Recounting a poignant incident from 2014, Ranveer described rushing to Deepika's side after she blacked out.

• He shared an emotional memory of her tearful morning at the breakfast table, leaving him feeling helpless.
• Praising Ranveer for creating a supportive environment during her challenging times, Deepika appreciated his patience and unwavering support.

Secret engagement

• Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh began their relationship in 2012 while working on Ram Leela and eventually tied the knot in 2018.

• Surprisingly, Ranveer disclosed during the episode that they had a secretive engagement for three years before the wedding, leaving host Karan Johar visibly surprised.

Deepika and Ranveer’s wedding video

• In a special moment, host Karan Johar shared Deepika and Ranveer's official wedding video, five years after their marriage.
• The video captures Ranveer expressing his love for Deepika at a lively party, with Deepika's father, Prakash Padukone, warmly welcoming Ranveer into their family.

• It showcases their beautiful wedding, from Ranveer's heartfelt words to the fun moments during the mehendi ceremony and engagement.
• The impact of the video moved Karan Johar to tears, prompting him to open up about his own love life.