Padmini Kolhapure
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 1, 1965 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Active Years
- 1974–2020 (47 Years)
- Total Credits
- 63 credits in database
Biography
Padmini Kolhapure is an Indian actress, singer, and producer recognized for her work in Hindi and Marathi cinema. Born on November 1, 1965, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, she began her acting career as a child at age seven. She transitioned to leading roles at age 17 and became a prominent actress during the 1980s. Her filmography spans four decades and includes over 100 films, with early appearances in Zindagi and Dream Girl, followed by a breakthrough performance as young Roopa in Satyam Shivam Sundaram. Kolhapure has received multiple accolades, including three Filmfare Awards. Since 2024, she has served as the Senior Vice President of the Cine and TV Artistes' Association. She is also credited for her work in the film Prem Rog.
Career overview
Padmini Kolhapure is an Indian actress, singer, and producer recognized for her contributions to Hindi and Marathi cinema. Born on November 1, 1965, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, she began her on-screen career as a child actor at the age of seven. Her early film credits include Zindagi, released in 1976, and Dream Girl, released in 1977. She achieved a breakthrough in her career with her role as young Roopa in the 1978 film Satyam Shivam Sundaram.
Throughout a career spanning four decades, Kolhapure appeared in over 100 films and emerged as a leading actress during the 1980s. Her professional work has earned her multiple accolades, including three Filmfare Awards. In addition to her acting and singing career, she has taken on administrative roles within the industry. Since 2024, she has served as the Senior Vice President of the Cine and TV Artistes' Association, also known as CINTAA. Her filmography includes a wide range of projects, and she remains a notable figure in the Indian entertainment industry.
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Full Filmography
63 titles- Prawaas (2020)
- Panipat (2019) as Gopika Bai
- The Kapil Sharma Show (2016) as Self
- Phata Poster Nikhla Hero (2013) as Savitri Rao
- Mai (2013) as Madhu
- Karmayogi (2012) as Mankamma
- Souten: The Other Woman (2006) as Smita
- Eight: The Power of Shani (2006)
- Manthan: Ek Amrut Pyala (2006)
- Indian Idol (2004) as Self
- Chimni Pakhare (2001) as Nandini
- Rockford (1999) Producer
- Professor Ki Padosan (1994) as Menaka D. Khanna
- Dil Aashna Hai (1992) Playback Singer
- Qurbani Rang Layegi (1991)
- Touhean (1989)
- Daata (1989) as Sona Dwarka Prasad
- Dana Paani (1989) as Satya's fiancée
- Hum Intezaar Karenge (1989)
- Sagar Sangam (1988) as Radha
- Sagar Sangam (1988)
- Hawalaat (1987) as Geeta
- Dadagiri (1987)
- Pyar Ke Kabil (1987)
- Sadak Chhap (1987) as Anju
- Suhaagan (1986) as Jyoti
- Swarag Se Sunder (1986) as Lalita Choudhary
- Pyar Kiya Hai Pyar Karenge (1986)
- Fire (1986)
- Kirayadar (1986)
- Muddat (1986) as Kalpana
- Anubhav (1986) as Gauri
- Wafadaar (1985) as Seeta
- Do Dilon Ki Dastaan (1985) as Sona Mathur
- Pyari Behna (1985) as Mangala
- Aaj Ka Daur (1985) as Durga Agnihotri
- Bewafai (1985) as Renu
- Pyar Jhukta Nahin (1985) as Preeti B. Pratap
- Insaaf Main Karoonga (1985) as Pinky Singh
- Yeh Ishq Nahin Aasaan (1984) as Salma A. Mirza
- Naya Kadam (1984)
- Ek Nai Paheli (1984) as Kajri
- Hum Hain Lajawab (1984) as Dilruba
- Woh 7 Din (1983) as Maya Anand
- Souten (1983) as Radha
- Mazdoor (1983) as Meena Saxena
- Lovers (1983)
- Vidhaata (1982) as Durga
- Prem Rog (1982) as Manorama
- Dard Ka Rishta (1982)
- Star (1982) as Dev's fan
- Teri Maang Sitaron Se Bhar Doon (1982) as Anjali
- Swami Dada (1982)
- Zamaane ko Dikhana hai (1981) as Kanchan / Bahadur Singh (as Padmini Kohlapure)
- Zamaane ko Dikhana hai (1981) Playback Singer
- Ahista Ahista (1981) as Chandra
- The Burning Train (1980) Playback Singer
- Insaaf Ka Tarazu (1980) as Neeta Saxena
- Thodisi Bewafaii (1980)
- Gehrayee (1980) as Uma
- Satyam Shivam Sundaram (1978) as Young Rupa
- Saajan Bina Suhagan (1978) as BulBul Chopra
- Ishk Ishk Ishk (1974)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Padmini Kolhapure best known for?
Padmini Kolhapure is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Panipat (2019), The Kapil Sharma Show (2016), Home on the Range (2004), Dil Aashna Hai (1992).
When and where was Padmini Kolhapure born?
Padmini Kolhapure was born on November 1, 1965 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
How many credits does Padmini Kolhapure have?
Padmini Kolhapure has accumulated over 63 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1974 to 2020.
What is Padmini Kolhapure's background in cinema and television?
Padmini Kolhapure is an Indian actress, singer, and producer recognized for her work in Hindi and Marathi cinema. Born on November 1, 1965, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, she began her acting career as a child at age seven. She transitioned to leading roles at age 17 and became a prominent actress during the 1980s. Her filmog...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Vidhaata (1982) as Durga — aged about 16
- The Kapil Sharma Show (2016) as Self — aged about 50
- Panipat (2019) as Gopika Bai — aged about 53
- Indian Idol (2004) as Self — aged about 38
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