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This actress left Bollywood industry at the peak of career. She then joined a global firm and holds the position of Head of Industry-Agency Partnership. Scroll down to know her name

Bollywood has witnessed several transformations, with many individuals leaving their established careers to enter the world of glitz and glamour. One such actress is Mayoori Kango, who left IIT to pursue a career in Bollywood. Once a prominent figure in the industry, Mayoori entertained her fans with dedication before stepping away at the peak of her career. She once turned heads with her sizzling performances in songs such as “Ghar Se Nikalte Hi,” and Mahesh Bhatt’s film “Papa Kehte Hain,” and others.

Mayoori gained acclaim with her roles in films like Badal, Hogi Pyar Ki Jeet, and Betaabi, among others. Her last film appearance was in Vamsi, released 24 years ago in 2000. Mayoori’s passion for acting was inspired by her mother, who was also an actress. Besides films, Mayoori appeared in popular TV series such as Kya Hadsaa Kya Haqeeqat, Karishma – The Miracles of Destiny, Kkusum, and Kittie Party.

Did You Know Mayoori Kango Left IIT for Bollywood?

Yes, that’s correct! Mayoori Kango had cleared the IIT entrance exam and was set to enrol in IIT Kharagpur, one of India’s top-ranked institutions. However, she chose to forgo her admission and focus on her budding Bollywood career instead. Later, Mayoori completed her MBA in Marketing and Finance from Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business and worked in the United States between 2004 and 2012.

Mayoori Kango Left the Industry at the Peak of Her Career and Joined…

Mayoori decided to leave her acting career, moving to the U.S. with her NRI husband. She returned to India in 2013 and became the Managing Director at a company called Performix. She later joined Google India, where she was appointed Industry Head in 2019. Today, she holds the position of Head of Industry-Agency Partnership at Google India.