Geeta Kapur, also known as Geeta Kapoor, is a highly acclaimed Indian choreographer and dancer. She’s widely recognized for her judging roles on various popular Indian dance reality shows.
Biography/Wiki
Born on July 5, 1973, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Geeta Kapur is a vibrant and energetic personality. Her passion for dance blossomed during her childhood, leading her to participate in family functions and competitions.
At just 15, she joined Farah Khan’s dance group, refining her skills and laying the foundation for her successful career. She later established her own dance academy, demonstrating her entrepreneurial spirit.
Beyond choreography and dance, she also briefly dabbled in modeling, showcasing her versatility.
Physical Appearance
Geeta’s captivating presence is marked by her brown eyes, black hair, and a radiant smile. Standing at 5’5″ and weighing 75 kg, she maintains a healthy physique.
Family, Caste & Boyfriend
Geeta Kapur comes from a Hindu family and is particularly close to her mother. She’s openly shared her fondness for her father.
Rumors linking her to model Rajeev Khinchi have circulated, though they remain unconfirmed. She’s also spoken about past proposals from actor Sajid Khan, a connection stemming from her close relationship with his sister, Farah Khan.
She remains unmarried.
Career
Her career took off after training under Farah Khan. She started with her own dance academy, gradually transitioning to larger projects. Her Bollywood debut was as a background dancer in the iconic song “Tujhe Yaad Na Meri Aaye” from “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” (1998).
She also contributed as a background dancer in several other notable films like “Kal Ho Naa Ho,” “Main Hoon Na,” “Nayak,” and “Om Shanti Om.”
Her choreography credits span numerous Bollywood films including:
- Fiza (2000)
- Asoka (2001)
- Saathiya (2002)
- Heyy Babyy (2007)
- Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic (2008)
- Aladin (2009)
- Tees Maar Khan’s “Sheila Ki Jawani” (2010)
- Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya (2011)
- Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi (2012)
Her work extends to award ceremonies and large-scale events, including the opening ceremony of Pepsi IPL 2013.
Her transition to television as a judge on “Dance India Dance” (Season 2) in 2008 marked a significant shift in her career. Since then, she’s judged over 14 dance reality shows.
Controversy
In 2015, Geeta was involved in a car accident resulting in injuries to a pedestrian. While she attempted an out-of-court settlement, an FIR was filed, leading to her arrest and subsequent release on bail.
Facts
Here are some interesting facts about Geeta Kapur:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Personal Habits | Often seen enjoying alcoholic beverages at social events. |
| Mentorship | Considers Farah Khan her mentor and a second mother. |
| Nickname | Received the endearing nickname “Geeta Maa” from choreographer Feroz Khan. |
| “Dance India Dance” | Mentored the group “Geeta ki Gang” on Season 2. |
| Paparazzi Incident | Once became accidentally locked in her makeup room after an encounter with paparazzi. |
| Favorite Actors | Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Gerard Butler, Madhuri Dixit, Priyanka Chopra, and Vidya Balan. |
| Food Preferences | Enjoys omelets. |
| Travel Destinations | Favors Goa and Dubai for vacations. |
| Reading Habits | Enjoys books like “Shantaram” and the “Harry Potter” series. |
| Movie Preferences | Prefers Hollywood films, including “Hitch,” “Sound of Music,” and “Pretty Woman.” |
| Perfume Collection | Uses various branded perfumes such as “Red Door” and “Coco Noir.” |
| Fictional Character | A huge fan of Nancy Drew. |
| Early Aspirations | Initially aspired to become an air hostess. |
