Years before fashion reels and nostalgia-driven content became the norm, Karisma Kapoor was influencing style choices through her films. Her colourful outfits, statement hairstyles and trendsetting looks in films such as ‘Coolie No. 1′, ‘Hero No. 1’, ‘Judwaa’ and ‘Dil To Pagal Hai’ became hugely popular among audiences in the 1990s. Today, those same fashion moments have found a second life online, with younger generations recreating her iconic looks and celebrating her style choices decades after they first appeared on screen.For Karisma, the renewed interest in her wardrobe choices is particularly meaningful because fashion has always been one of her biggest passions. While cinema remained her primary focus, she says her love for fashion and dance shaped her personality from the very beginning of her career.“Actually, I’ve always loved fashion right from the beginning. I think apart from, of course, acting and the love of cinema, the other two aspects of me have always been the love of dance and fashion. So I’m so happy that the hard work we put in then is appreciated by the current generation, Gen Z kids, and millennials. And I think it’s a wonderful feeling to know that and to identify with them,” she shared with Variety India.The actress added that seeing younger audiences embrace styles from a different era makes her feel connected to them in an unexpected way.
Karisma Kapoor’s filmography that has stood the test of time
While Kapoor’s fashion influence continues to attract attention, her films remain equally memorable. Throughout her career, she balanced mainstream entertainers with performance-oriented projects, creating a diverse body of work that continues to be celebrated.From box-office successes like ‘Raja Hindustani’, ‘Jeet’ and ‘Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge’ to critically appreciated performances in ‘Fiza’ and ‘Zubeidaa’, Karisma established herself as one of the most versatile leading ladies of her generation.When the conversation turned to whether any of her films would have enjoyed a greater reception if released in today’s era, Karisma chose not to single out any particular title. Instead, she reflected on the affection audiences continue to show for her work. “You know, honestly, if I may say so, I’m very thankful and grateful. I’ve been part of some very amazing films. Whatever the fate may be, they’ve been very, very memorable, which the audience loves.”
Karisma Kapoor’s work front
On the professional front, Karisma Kapoor was recently seen headlining the psychological crime thriller series ‘Brown’. Directed by Abhinay Deo, the show features the actress in the role of Rita Brown, a sharp but troubled Anglo-Indian detective battling alcoholism while investigating a sensational murder case in Kolkata. Marking one of Karisma’s most intense performances in recent years, the series is currently available for streaming on ZEE5.
