New Delhi, July 6 -- Filmmaker Karan Johar took to his Instagram handle and penned a special post on Ranveer Singh's birthday. With poetic lines, he heaped praises on the actor, even mentioning Deepika Padukone in one of them.

Karan posted a series of Ranveer Singh's pictures, showcasing his journey so far.

In the caption, Karan wrote, "Happy Birthday @ranveersingh, Buoyant spirit, blazing bright, A comet streaking through the night, In every step, a thunderous cheer, Ranveer walks, the world draws near."

"A fashionista bold and grand, Silken suits and sequins stand, A canvas dressed in dreams and flair, Each outfit roars, "He doesn't care!" Yet deeper still this man unfolds, A heart of gold within he holds, A larger-than-life, flamboy...