Deepika Padukone new face of Aspire Real Estate

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone (Om Shanti Om) is the new face of Dubai's own Aspire Real Estate. The company calls the alignment the union of 'Rising Stars'.

Aspire Real Estate is the success story of Harshit Kantaria, a young entrepreneur who came to Dubai three years ago with a vision to build a real estate enterprise that would capitalize on the enormous opportunity this city has to offer.

Today Aspire Real Estate boasts an Dhs5.5bn portfolio with developments from Business Bay to Jumeirah Village and Dubai Marina, with a special focus on waterfront properties.

Model/Actress Deepika Padukone's claim to fame is her debut film 'Om Shanti Om' with super star Shahrukh Khan. Deepika began her career as a model and has been associated with some of the biggest international brands in India. Deepika is also the current face of Maybelline cosmetics, Levi Strauss and Tissot SA. Her debut performance was well received, earning the actress a Filmfare Best Female Debut Award as well as her first Filmfare Best Actress nomination.

The association was announced during a press conference where Aspire Real Estate's existing projects were presented along with their future plans and vision.

Harshit Kantaria, Chairman, Aspire Real Estate commented, "Dubai poses immense opportunities for all, I am glad that we have been successful in capitalizing on them. It is an honour to be referred to as the rising star of Dubai real estate industry, and with a true rising star like Deepika as the new face of the Aspire brand, we look forward to doing justice to the title,"

"I love everything about Dubai, the people, the places, the achievements; it has the best of everything. And when it comes to achievements, I truly see Aspire in the rankings. Harshit is a good friend and a role model for young entrepreneurs all over the world. I am proud to be associated with Aspire real estate and hope to be a part of its future successes," said Deepika Padukone, Brand Ambassador, Aspire Real Estate.

Aspire Real Estate's existing portfolio of projects including Jehaan Residences in Jumeirah Village South, Sobha Ivory and The Sanctuary at the Business Bay and Al Dua' Marina at the Dubai Marina. Besides its own developments, Aspire Real Estate is the exclusive sales agent for several prestigious projects.