Mamta Kulkarni Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Full Name: Mamta Mukund Kulkarni

Real Name: Padmavati Kulkarni

Other Name: Shri Yamai Mamta Nandgiri (after taking sanyas)

Nickname: Rani

Profession(s): Former Actress, Yogini

Date of Birth: 20 April 1972 (Thursday)

Age (as of 2025): 53 Years

Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Zodiac sign: Aries

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Mumbai

Religion: Omnist Note : Reportedly, for her alleged marriage with Vicky, she converted to Islam.

Caste: Kokanastha Brahmin

Ethnicity: Marathi

Marriage Date: 10 May 2013 (rumoured)

Age: 53 Years

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EDUCATION

School: St. Joseph’s High School Juhu, Mumbai

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 5′ 3″ (161 cm)

Eye Colour: Brown

Hair Colour: Brown

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Married Note : According to her, she is unmarried and following celibacy for around 23 years.

Affairs/Boyfriends: • Tinu Verma (actor, action director) • Vicky Goswami (businessman)

Husband/Spouse: Vicky Goswami (rumoured; businessman) Note : Mamta never accepted that Vicky was her husband. She said that he was only a partner.

Children: None

Parents: Father – Mukund Kulkarni (former commissioner of Mumbai)

Siblings: Sister – Priyadarshani Kulkarni aka Mithila, Mulina Kulkarni aka Soumya Kulkarni (both actress)

Boyfriend: Vicky Goswami

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Debut: Film (Tamil): Nanbargal (1991) as Priya Film (Hindi): Mera Dil Tere Liye (1992) as Priya R. Singh Film (Telugu): Prema Sikharam (1992) as Preeti Film (Kannada): Vishnu Vijaya (1993) as Sonali Film (Bengali): Bhagya Debata (1995) in special appearance Film (Malayalam): Chandamama (1999) in special appearance

Award: 1994 : Filmfare Award for Lux New Face of the Year for the Hindi film Aashiq Awara

OTHER INFORMATION

Hobbies: Dancing, Reading Books, Doing Meditation

Other Relative(s): • Maternal Uncle : Vartak (Marathi stage actor) • Maternal Aunt : Usha Kiran (from mother’s side) • Niece : Saiyami Kher (her cousin brother’s daughter) • Cousin : Tanvi Azmi (actor; from mother’s side)

Actor: Salman Khan

Food: Seafood (earlier)

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INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Mamta Kulkarni, a prominent figure in the Indian entertainment world, grew up in the bustling city of Mumbai. From a young age, she was introduced to the glamorous world of modeling when her mother encouraged her to audition for various projects. This pivotal moment led Mamta to grace the pages of numerous print commercials and modeling assignments, where she showcased her striking beauty. Her career took an unexpected turn after a daring topless shoot for a magazine garnered attention, bringing her an unconventional offer from a Nepali producer to star in an adult film. Despite her mother’s aspirations for her to pursue acting, Mamta herself had other plans; she never envisioned a long-term career in the film industry.

Throughout the 1990s, Mamta became a household name in Bollywood, captivating audiences with her performances in notable films such as “Aashiq Awara” (1993), “Karan Arjun” (1995), and “Sabse Bada Khiladi” (1995). She is particularly remembered for her appearance in the iconic song “Mujhko Rana Ji Maaf Karna” from “Karan Arjun.” Her versatility extended beyond Hindi cinema, as she also acted in regional films like “Donga Police” (1992) and “Shesh Bongsodhar” (2003). As her fame skyrocketed, she became an object of adoration, with fans going as far as constructing a temple in her honor in Hyderabad, India, and getting tattoos of her likeness. However, her rise to stardom was not without complications; she reportedly frequented Dubai for dance shows, where she crossed paths with influential underworld figures.

In a dramatic turn of events, Mamta married international drug kingpin Vicky Goswami while he was imprisoned in Dubai for drug trafficking. Their union, which reportedly involved a conversion to Islam, took place on May 10, 2013, as a strategic move to reduce his prison sentence. The couple subsequently relocated to Nairobi, Kenya, where Mamta assumed control of Vicky’s real estate business and hotel during his incarceration. Mamta’s involvement in the entertainment industry waned after her role in “Kabhie Tum Kabhie Hum” (2002), as she chose to step away from Bollywood altogether. Following her departure, she embraced a new spiritual path, immersing herself in the teachings of Indian spiritual leader Mahayogi Gagangiri and transforming into a yogini.

In 2012, she chronicled her spiritual journey in her book, “Autobiography of a Yogini,” which provided insights into her life and philosophies. Despite her withdrawal from the public eye, Mamta occasionally resurfaced in the news, notably in 2014 when she was detained in Kenya alongside her husband. Rumors of her potential participation in reality TV shows like “Bigg Boss” stirred interest, though she declined several offers. In 2025, she took a significant step by adopting the life of a sanyasi during the Maha Kumbh Mela, joining Kinnar Akhara and receiving the title of Mahamandleshwar. However, this decision sparked controversy, culminating in her expulsion from the akhara when its founder accused her of maintaining ties to the “glamorous world of Bollywood.” Despite the mixed reactions to her ascension in spirituality, Mamta Kulkarni’s life remains a tapestry of glamour, controversy, and profound transformation.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.