Dimple Kapadia the quintessential glam diva of Bollywood

  • Although they had parted ways, Dimple remained with her ex-husband Rajesh Khanna till he passed away after a long illness.

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  • Success is shining upon this quientessential glam diva of Bollywood again. Some of her later film credits include roles in Hum Kaun Hai? (2004), Pyaar Mein Twist (2005), Phir Kabhi (2008) and Tum Milo Toh Sahi (2010), and supporting roles in Being Cyrus (2005), Luck by Chance (2009), Dabangg (2010), Patiala House (2011) and Cocktail (2012).

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  • Rudaali(1993) won her the National Award for Best Actress for her commendable performance.

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  • Her supporting roles in Gardish (1993) and Krantiveer (1994) were also widely appreciated. The latter garnered her a fourth Filmfare Award.

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  • She gave stellar performance in films like Kaash (1987), Drishti (1990) and Lekin... (1990).

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  • In 1985 she featured in Saagar which was a great hit.

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  • Her marriage with Rajesh Khanna almost ended around 1984 and in her words-it was a pain that changed her life.

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  • She gave birth to daughters Twinkle and Rinkie Khanna and stayed away from silver screen for a long-long time.

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  • Immediately after the release of her film she married superstar Rajesh Khanna, and gave up acting.

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  • Dimple  began her career at the age of 16 with Raj Kapoor's teen romance Bobby (1973).  She shared the Filmfare Best Actress Award for her role in the film with Jaya Bhaduri for Abhimaan.

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  • Dimple Kapadia, the young 'discovery' of Raj Kapoor, was an amazing bundle of talent which she first showcased in her debut film Bobby. Her innocent charm, her simplicity and her irresistible sensual appeal made audiences go crazy. Dimple who turns 56 this year is known for her unconventional beauty and exemplary acting skills.

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