Mamta Kulkarni's Journey: From Underworld Ties to Marriage

Mamta Kulkarni, a former Bollywood actress, turns 51 today

Mamta gained fame in the 90s with her bold acting and topless photoshoot

She started her career with small roles and eventually had a hit film with "Aashiq Awara" in 1993

Mamta worked in B-grade films and became known for her sensuous song in "Karan Arjun" with Salman Khan

Despite working with big actors, Mamta couldn't achieve the stardom she desired

She gained a reputation as the "Rejection Queen" for turning down films and working with top directors

Mamta accused director Rajkumar Santoshi of sexual exploitation, leading to controversies and distancing from the industry

She later married drug smuggler Vicky Goswami and faced a downfall in her career

Mamta turned to spirituality and wrote a book called "Autobiography of a Yogin"

Her return to Bollywood has been met with skepticism