| She was the second daughter among three sisters in her family. |
| Her family had a strong musical background with her father being a trained Classical Singer and Veena player, leading her to start learning music early on. |
| The 'Kolhapure' surname is rooted in the family's origins in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. |
| Through her grandmother's relation to Pandit Deenanath Mangeshkar, she is the niece of renowned singers Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle. |
| Her singing career began at a young age with her debut in the 1973 film 'Yaadon Ki Baaraat' alongside her sister Shivangi. |
| Asha Bhosle recommended her to Dev Anand, leading to her casting in the 1975 movie 'Ishq Ishq Ishq.' |
| Her role in the 1977 film 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram' as a child artist brought her significant acclaim. |
| In 1980, she faced backlash for a controversial incident with Prince Charles during his visit to India. |
| At 15, she won her first Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1981. |
| In 1982, her role in 'Prem Rog' alongside Rishi Kapoor earned her a Filmfare Award for Best Actress at just 17 years old. |
| During the filming of 'Do Dilon Ki Dastaan' in 1985, she continued working despite being unwell. |
| After a break from acting, she returned with the movie 'Professor Ki Padosan' in 1993. |
| In 1999, she transitioned to producing with the film 'Rockford.' |
| Her acting comeback in 2003 was marked by the Marathi film 'Chimani Pakhar.' |
| While offered roles in iconic films, her busy schedule prevented her from being part of movies like Ek Duuje Ke Liye and Silsila. |
| She established acting schools in Hyderabad & Delhi and a modeling academy in Mumbai. |
| Owning a boutique named 'PadmaSitaa,' she diversified into the fashion industry. |
| She is related to Shakti Kapoor and is the aunt of actors Siddhanth Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor. |
| In May 2024, she secured the role of Vice President in the Cine and TV Artistes Association (CINTAA). |
