Padmini Kolhapure: From Child Star to Blockbuster Heroine, Untold Stories Revealed!

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News18•13-01-2026, 14:45
Padmini Kolhapure: From Child Star to Blockbuster Heroine, Untold Stories Revealed!
- •Padmini Kolhapure, sister-in-law of Shakti Kapoor, started as a child artist and became a successful lead actress.
- •Her father, Pandharinath, was a classical singer; Lata Mangeshkar was her paternal aunt.
- •Gained fame playing young Zeenat Aman in 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram' and won a Filmfare for 'Insaaf Ka Tarazu'.
- •Achieved superstardom with Raj Kapoor's 'Prem Rog' and 'Pyaar Jhukta Nahin', both featuring hit songs based on Shivranjani Raag.
- •Eloped and married producer Pradeep Sharma against her parents' wishes, with Shakti Kapoor performing Kanyadaan.
Why It Matters: Padmini Kolhapure's journey from child artist to star, marked by iconic roles, musical hits, and a defiant marriage.
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