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Karisma Kapoor elegance shining across decades in cinema

Sonal Khandelwal
| ETimes.in | Last updated on - Oct 3, 2025, 03:00 IST
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Breaking barriers

Karisma Kapoor entered Bollywood in the early 1990s, becoming the first woman of the Kapoor family to step into films. With determination and talent, she broke stereotypes, paving the way for future generations of Kapoor women to pursue acting and leaving a legacy of courage and independence.

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A range of roles

From comic hits like Coolie No. 1 to intense dramas like Fiza, Karisma displayed extraordinary range. She balanced glamour with substance, showing she could be both the quintessential commercial heroine and the powerful performer in serious cinema. This ability to adapt made her one of Bollywood’s most versatile actresses.

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National Award recognition

Her outstanding performance in Dil To Pagal Hai won her the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress. Karisma’s portrayal of Nisha brought depth to a love triangle that still resonates today. The award marked her as not just a star but also an actress with critical acclaim.

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Dancing queen of the ’90s

Karisma ruled the dance floor with her vibrant energy in chartbusters like “Le Gayi” and “What Is Mobile Number.” Her screen presence, colourful costumes, and unmatched expressions made her the ultimate dancing diva of the decade, influencing style trends and shaping the pop culture of the 1990s.

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Graceful return

After stepping away to focus on her family, Karisma made selective but memorable comebacks. She embraced new platforms, from television to streaming, proving her adaptability. Even today, her elegance, timeless beauty, and charisma continue to captivate fans, showing that her legacy in cinema only grows stronger with time.

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