Karisma Kapoor, a leading actress of the 90s and currently a judge on India’s Best Dancer-4, recently appeared on Zakir Khan’s comedy show Aapka Apna Zakir. During the episode, Zakir Khan asked Karisma about a long-standing rumor regarding the Kapoor family, specifically whether there was a ban on women working in films. Karisma’s response not only addressed the rumor but also shed light on the choices made by the women in her family.
No Ban on Women Working in Films
Karisma was candid in her reply, stating that there was never a ban on women in the Kapoor family working in the film industry. She explained that it was more about personal choices rather than any imposed restrictions. “When my mother and Neetu aunty got married, they chose to focus on their family and children,” she said. “It was their decision to step back from acting after marriage, but it wasn’t because of any family rule.”
Women Who Continued Acting After Marriage
Karisma further highlighted that other women in the Kapoor family, like Shammi Kapoor’s wife Geeta Bali and Shashi Kapoor’s wife Jennifer Kendal, continued to work in films even after getting married. This, she pointed out, was proof that the Kapoor family never imposed a rule against women working in the industry. “There was no such restriction of any kind,” Karisma emphasized, putting to rest the rumors that have circulated for years.
Career Choices Were Always Personal
Karisma shared that her interest in acting was apparent from a young age, which is why she pursued a career in films. She also mentioned that her sister Kareena Kapoor and cousin Ranbir Kapoor were similarly inclined toward acting, which is why they too entered the industry. On the other hand, her cousin Riddhima Kapoor chose a different path, highlighting that career choices were left to the individual’s interests. “There was no restriction on anyone in the family to choose their career,” Karisma reiterated.
Karisma Kapoor’s Successful Career
Karisma made her Bollywood debut with the 1991 film Prem Qaidi and went on to become one of the most successful actresses of her time. Some of her notable films include Raja Hindustani, Coolie No. 1, Hero No. 1, Fiza, and Zubeidaa. Her performances have earned her numerous accolades, and she remains a beloved figure in the Indian film industry. Recently, she was seen in the movie Murder Mubarak and is currently judging the popular dance reality show India’s Best Dancer-4.
Zakir Khan’s Show Faces Low TRP
Interestingly, the show on which Karisma shared these insights, Aapka Apna Zakir, is reportedly being shut down due to low TRP. Despite the buzz created around it, the show did not resonate with the audience as expected. The channel has decided to pull the plug on the show within a month of its launch, signaling the challenges even established comedians face in retaining viewership in a competitive entertainment landscape.
Karisma Kapoor’s appearance on Zakir Khan’s show not only entertained the audience but also clarified long-standing myths about the Kapoor family’s views on women in cinema. Her statements have provided a fresh perspective, emphasizing that the women in her family have always had the freedom to make their own choices regarding their careers.
