Dipika Kakar Turns 40: Celebrating Grace & Grit

KHUSHI KUMARI Image Source: INSTAGRAM

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She won hearts as Simar and Sonakshi—characters that became household names

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Her Bigg Boss 12 win wasn’t just a title—it was proof of her grace under pressure

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