Diva Forever! Celebrating Karisma Kapoor’s Birthday With Her Greatest Hits

Born June 25, Bollywood’s original diva! Celebrating 50+ films of charm, dance, and drama. Your grace still rules our hearts. Have the brightest year ahead!

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Raja Hindustani (1996)

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Dil to pagal hai (1997)

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Fiza (2000)

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Zubeidaa (2001)

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Biwi no.1 (1999)

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Andaz apna apna (1994)

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Hero no.1 (1997)

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