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Helen

Oct 22, 1939 (85 years old) in Rangoon, Burma. [now Yangôn, Myanmar]

Helen Ann Richardson Khan (born October 22, 1939), known by her mononym Helen, is an Indian former actress and dancer of Anglo-Indian and Burmese descent. In a career spanning 70 years, she has established herself as a prolific performer in Hindi cinema and appeared in over 1000 films. During her heydays, she was cited as one of the most popular nautch and cabaret dancers, and has been a recipient of two Filmfare Awards and a Padma Shri, awarded by the Indian Government. She has also been the inspiration for four films and a book. She even performed onstage in London, Paris, and Hong Kong. Officially announcing retirement in 1983, she has since been appearing in films as guest roles or cameos.

Known For

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Mohabbatein
Miss Monica
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Sholay
Gypsy Dancer
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Angry Young Men
Self
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Jewel Thief
Helen
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Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
Sameer's mom
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Superman
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Amar Akbar Anthony
Fake Daughter At Airport (Guest Appearance)
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Woh Kaun Thi
Seema
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Marigold
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Dostana
Sylvia

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