Kalpana, born Archana Mohan on July 18, 1946, was a distinguished and highly accomplished Indian actress who left a lasting impact on the Hindi film industry during the 1960s. Throughout her illustrious career, she had the privilege of sharing the screen with some of the most talented and renowned actors of her time, including the charismatic Shammi Kapoor in the 1962 film "Professor", the versatile Shashi Kapoor and the incomparable Kishore Kumar in the 1966 film "Pyar Kiye Jaa", the iconic Dev Anand in "Teen Devian", the dashing Pradeep Kumar in "Saheli", and the dynamic Feroz Khan in both "Tasveer" and "Teesra Kaun".
Kalpana's family boasted a storied tradition of revolutionary fervor, with her mother Avani Mohan standing out as a prominent figure in her own right. Notably, Kalpana was also a skilled Kathak dancer, having undergone rigorous training under the esteemed guidance of Pandit Shambhu Maharaj. Throughout her life, Kalpana maintained a strong connection to her family, residing with them in Pune, where she continued to nurture her passion for dance and acting, allowing her creative talents to flourish.
