A look at Dimple Kapadia’s iconic performance

A look at Dimple Kapadia’s iconic performance

By Entertainment Desk June 08, 2025 

Bobby (1973): The fiery debut

Dimple Kapadia became a overnight sensation with her debut as Bobby Braganza. Her chemistry with Rishi Kapoor redefined young love in Hindi cinema.

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Saagar (1985)

After a long hiatus post-marriage, Dimple made a triumphant return with Saagar. Playing the role of Mona, she was sensual yet emotionally grounded.

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Kaash (1987)

In Mahesh Bhatt’s Kaash, Dimple portrayed a mother dealing with the terminal illness of her child and the breakdown of her marriage.

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Rudaali (1993)

Dimple played Shanichari, a professional mourner in rural Rajasthan. She won National award for portraying a woman caught in the chains of social oppression.

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Leela (2002)

As Leela, a professor rediscovering herself in a foreign land, Dimple brought sensuality, intellect, and vulnerability together.

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Being Cyrus (2006)

Dimple surprised audiences by playing the manipulative and eccentric Katy Sethna. Her edgy performance proved she could excel in dark roles too.

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Luck by Chance (2009)

As a veteran actress trying to relaunch her daughter’s career, Dimple’s character was both vain and vulnerable.

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Tenet (2020): Hollywood debut

In Christopher Nolan’s Tenet, she played arms dealer Priya Singh with poised elegance. Even with limited screen time, she made a lasting impression.

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Tandav (2021)

In the Amazon Prime political drama, Dimple played Anuradha Kishore, a powerful politician navigating deception and power games.

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Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo

In a gritty role far from mainstream expectations, Dimple played a ruthless matriarch running a drug cartel in this Disney+ Hotstar series.

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