Kalki Koechlin: From National Award Debut to Single Mom, a Journey of Bold Choices

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Kalki Koechlin: From National Award Debut to Single Mom, a Journey of Bold Choices
- •Kalki Koechlin, a French woman born in Puducherry, made a unique mark in Bollywood with her versatile acting.
- •She won a National Award for her debut film 'Dev D', despite director Anurag Kashyap's initial reluctance to cast her.
- •Kalki married Anurag Kashyap after 'Dev D' but later divorced, becoming a single mother.
- •She welcomed her daughter Sappho with boyfriend Guy Hershberg, choosing to raise her without marriage, inspiring many as a 'single mother'.
- •Known for her roles in 'Margarita with a Straw', 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani', and currently in 'Bhay - The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery', Kalki advocates for mental health and women's rights.
Why It Matters: Kalki Koechlin's journey highlights her bold decisions, versatile acting, and inspiring role as a single mother.
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