Here’s a comprehensive biography of Karisma Kapoor — one of Bollywood’s iconic actresses:
Early Life & Family
- Born: 25 June 1974, in Mumbai, India, into the esteemed Kapoor film dynasty — daughter of actors Randhir Kapoor and Babita, younger sister of Kareena Kapoor Khan, and granddaughter of legendary Raj Kapoor
- Education: Studied at Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai and briefly attended Sophia College before pursuing a film career
Film & Television Career
Debut & Rise (1991–1995)
- Made her debut at 17 with Prem Qaidi (1991), followed by roles in Jigar (1992) and Anari (1993), establishing herself as a rising star
- By the mid-90s, she became a household name featuring in comedies like Raja Babu (1994), Coolie No. 1 (1995), and Andaz Apna Apna (1994)
Blockbuster Era (1996–2002)
- Achieved massive success with Raja Hindustani (1996), winning the Filmfare Best Actress Award
- Delivered acclaimed performances in Dil To Pagal Hai (1997), earning the National Award and Filmfare Best Supporting Actress
- Major hits included Hero No. 1 (1997), Biwi No. 1 (1999), Hum Saath-Saath Hain (1999), Fiza (2000), and Zubeidaa (2001) — for which she won Filmfare Best Actress (Critics)
Sabbatical & Comebacks
- Took a break from 2004; returned in Dangerous Ishhq (2012) and appeared in the web series Mentalhood (2020) and Murder Mubarak (2024)
- In 2023, starred in the crime thriller Brown, which featured at the Berlinale Series Market
Awards & Honors
- National Film Award – Best Supporting Actress for Dil To Pagal Hai (1997).
- Filmfare Awards – Best Actress (Raja Hindustani, Fiza), Best Supporting Actress (Dil To Pagal Hai), and Critics Award (Zubeidaa)
Business & Off-Screen Work
- Co-founded Babyoye, a popular baby-care e‑commerce brand; later acquired by FirstCry
- Acted as brand ambassador across stage shows, charity events (like Pinkathon, Being Human), and judged dance shows including Nach Baliye 4
- Authored My Yummy Mummy Guide (2013), and supports charitable initiatives like breast-cancer awareness campaigns
Personal Life
- Marriage: Married industrialist Sunjay Kapur in September 2003; they have two children — daughter Samaira (b. 2005) and son Kiaan. Divorced in 2016 after separating in 2014
- Past relationships: Previously linked to Ajay Devgn and briefly engaged to Abhishek Bachchan
Summary
Karisma Kapoor defines 90s Bollywood glamour with major box-office hits, acting prowess across genres, and a stable off-screen entrepreneurial presence. After stepping back in 2004, she’s made successful returns to content-driven roles in digital projects. Her legacy spans hit films, national honors, and influence as a brand and charity figure.