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26 July 1956 (age 68) Bombay, Bombay State, India. Occupation. Actress • singer • model. Years active. 1978–1999. Kalpana Iyer (born 26 July 1956) is an Indian former actress, singer, and model, who is best known for her works in Hindi cinema throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
Jul 25, 2021 · The lady has been living a very quiet life in Dubai with her sister and says that she's at peace. But there was a time when she wasn't happy. This was the time about 20 years ago when she went ...
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May 26, 2024 · Her multifaceted career reflects her adaptability and dedication to her craft, making her a remarkable figure in the annals of Indian cinema. Kalpana's journey from the pageant world to Bollywood is a testament to her talent and resilience, leaving an indelible mark on the industry and in the hearts of her audience.
Apr 12, 2019 · These days, Kalpana Iyer — the dancing queen, “item girl” , “cameo star”, call her what you will of ’80s Bollywood hits such as Disco Dancer, Lootmaar, Armaan — says she’s stopped being a “worrier” , and become more “accepting”.
- She Was Actually A Model in The 70s, Very Uncommon Back then.
- She Also Spoke About Her Tryst in Bollywood.
- She Moved to Dubai in The Year 1999.
- And What Does She Think About Returning to Bollywood?
"What made me different from the others was that I was willing to adapt; I had very few inhibitions.. I had my own style, everyone liked it. My dancing career had lent me a lot of grace - in the way I carried myself."
"I got a call from Rajshri [Productions]; they wanted me to play the hero's romantic interest in Manokaamnaa. Interestingly, Rajshri gave me a Western look - so unlike them! So, in a year's time, when Manokaamnaa released, I was a dancer. I did it because I wanted it that way. No regrets whatsoever."
"I came to Dubai because of some very painful... reasons. Personally, I was spent; I was beyond repair and causing a lot of grief to my family. Just when I thought I was not going to be able to do anything anymore with my life, Rajan Sippy and his wife - who are in the hospitality sector in Dubai - did me a favour by offering me a chance to come he...
"If I get a good role, I will do it. My acting career is not over; I'd like to think I'm on the longest break ever. I've never believed in saying no to work... work came to me, I asked for a certain price, I got the price, I did it. I never even had a secretary. I have always handled my own work."
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We caught up with Kalpana Iyer for a video chat. Why did she go away? Where is she now? Is she at peace? What is she doing in life? Does she want to return t...
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