Meena Kumari
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.
Known for
ActingBirthday
August 1, 1933Deathday
March 31, 1972Gender
FemaleKnown Movie Credits
61Place of birth
Solapur, Bombay Presidency, British IndiaAlso known as
Meenakumari, मीना कुमारी, Мина КумариCast credits
Dawn
Purnima
Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam
Chhoti BahuMere Apne
Anandi Devi / Auaji (Aunt)Pakeezah
Nargis / SahibjaanChandan Ka Palna
Shobha RaiAarti
Aarti GuptaLeatherface
Azaad
ShobhaViruthan Shanku
BhargaviGazal
Naaz Ara BegumChandni Chowk
ZarinaPyaar Ka Saagar
Radha / RaniSahira
(archive)Akeli Mat Jaiyo
Baiju Bawra
GauriPinjre Ke Panchhi
Heena SharmaSharada
Sharada Ram SharanMain Bhi Ladki Hoon
RajniMajhli Didi
HemaEk-Hi-Rasta