
Meena Kumari
Born August 1, 1933 · Solapur, Bombay Presidency, British India
Meena Kumari (born Mahjabeen Bano; August 1, 1933 – March 31, 1972) was an Indian actress, as well as an occasional poet, playback singer and model. She was described by critics as a historically incomparable actress of Hindi Cinema. Though best known for her sensitive portrayals of struggling women, earning her the title "The Tragedy Queen", she starred in over 90 films that varied in genres, from traditional melodramas, mythological adventures, comedies, historicals and Muslim socials. At the peak of her career, she was the highest-paid actress, and set fashion trends for women in the 1950s.
Notable Appearances
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Leatherface

Pakeezah

Chirag Kahan Roshni Kahan

Madhosh

Baadbaan

Main Bhi Ladki Hoon

Veer Ghatotkach

Majhli Didi

Sanjh Aur Savera

Main Chup Rahungi

Chitralekha

Mere Apne

Char Dil Char Rahen

Naya Andaz

Pyaar Ka Saagar

Yahudi

Ramanan

Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam

Kaajal

Pooja

Parineeta

Sharada

Two Acres of Land

Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp

Bheegi Raat

Dil Ek Mandir

Bahu Begum

Baharon Ki Manzil

Phool Aur Patthar

Noorjehan

Chandan Ka Palna

Bhabhi Ki Chudiyan

Pinjre Ke Panchhi

Gomti Ke Kinare

Kinare Kinare

Viruthan Shanku

Benazir

Mem Sahib

Sahara

Aarti

Purnima

Ardhangini

Akeli Mat Jaiyo

Kohinoor

Sahira

Tamasha

Baiju Bawra

Adl-e-Jehangir

Halaku

Jawab

Dushman

Chandni Chowk

Dawn

Azaad

Footpath

Ek-Hi-Rasta

Gazal

Hanumaan Pataal Vijay

Bandish

Lakshmi Narayan

Pratiggya

Bandipotu




