Dimple Kapadia is a veteran Indian actress known for her work in Bollywood films. She was born on June 8, 1957, in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. Dimple made her debut in the film industry at a young age with the blockbuster movie “Bobby” in 1973. The film was a huge success, and Dimple’s charming performance earned her widespread acclaim, making her an overnight sensation.
Her portrayal of the innocent and vivacious Bobby in the movie remains one of her most iconic roles. Despite achieving early success, Dimple took a break from acting after her marriage to Bollywood actor Rajesh Khanna in 1973. During this time, she focused on her family and raising her two daughters, Twinkle Khanna and Rinkie Khanna.
In the late 1980s, Dimple Kapadia made a comeback to the film industry with the critically acclaimed film “Saagar” (1985), for which she won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. She continued to impress audiences with her versatile performances in various movies throughout the years.
Some of Dimple’s notable films include “Rudaali” (1993), for which she received the National Film Award for Best Actress, “Krantiveer” (1994), “Dil Chahta Hai” (2001), “Finding Fanny” (2014), and “Tandav” (2021), a web series.
Dimple Kapadia is admired for her acting prowess, elegance, and beauty, and she remains an influential figure in the Indian film industry. Her contributions to Bollywood have earned her a special place in the hearts of moviegoers and the admiration of her peers.
Name | Dimple Kapadia |
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Date of Birth | 08/06/1957 |
Current Residence | Mumbai |
Religion | Hindu |
Nationality | Indian |
Height | 159 CM |
Hobbies | Traveling, Reading, Listening to Music, Doing Yoga |
Father | Chunnibhai Kapadia |
Mother | Betty Kapadia |
Sibling | Munna, Late Simple Kapadia, Reem |
Spouse | Rajesh Khanna (m. 1973; sep. 1982; d. 2012) |
Children | Twinkle Khanna, Rinke Khanna |
School (s) | St Joseph's Convent High School |
Debut Movies | |
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Language | Movie Name |
Hindi | Bobby |
Awards List | ||||
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Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
1973 | 21st Filmfare Awards | Best Actress | Bobby | |
1985 | 33rd Filmfare Awards | Best Actress | Saagar | |
1991 | 37th Filmfare Awards | Outstanding Performance | Drishti | |
1992 | 55th Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards | Best Actress (Hindi) | Drishti | |
1992 | 38th Filmfare Awards | Best Performance – Critics | Rudaali | |
1993 | 40th National Film Awards | Best Actress | Rudaali | |
1993 | 8th Damascus International Film Festival | Best Actress | Rudaali | |
1993 | 38th Asia-Pacific Film Festival | Best Actress | Rudaali | |
1994 | 40th Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Krantiveer |