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Meena Kumari

Aug 01, 1933 - Mar 31, 1972 (38 years old) in 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.

Known For

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Phool Aur Patthar
Shanti Devi
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Two Acres of Land
Thakurain
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Char Dil Char Rahen
Chavli
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Yahudi
Hannah / Lydia
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Mere Apne
Anandi Devi / Auaji (Aunt)
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Noorjehan
Mehrunnisa / Noor Jehan
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Pakeezah
Nargis / Sahibjaan
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Kaajal
Madhavi
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Kohinoor
Rajkumari Chandramukhi of Rajgarh
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Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam
Chhoti Bahu

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