Biography
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.
Filmography
Cast Credits
Sahira
Character: (archive)
MOVIE • 1980
Characterless
Character:
MOVIE • 1975
Gomti Ke Kinare
Character: Ganga
MOVIE • 1972
Pakeezah
Character: Nargis / Sahibjaan
MOVIE • 1972
Dushman
Character: Malti
MOVIE • 1972
Mere Apne
Character: Anandi Devi / Auaji (Aunt)
MOVIE • 1971
Jawab
Character: Vidya
MOVIE • 1970
Viruthan Shanku
Character: Bhargavi
MOVIE • 1968
Baharon Ki Manzil
Character:
MOVIE • 1968
Noorjehan
Character: Mehrunnisa / Noor Jehan
MOVIE • 1967
Majhli Didi
Character: Hema
MOVIE • 1967
Chandan Ka Palna
Character: Shobha Rai
MOVIE • 1967
Bahu Begum
Character: Zeenat Jahan Begum
MOVIE • 1967
Ramanan
Character: Madhavi Amma
MOVIE • 1967
Phool Aur Patthar
Character: Shanti Devi
MOVIE • 1966
Pinjre Ke Panchhi
Character: Heena Sharma
MOVIE • 1966
Bheegi Raat
Character: Neelima
MOVIE • 1965
Kaajal
Character: Madhavi
MOVIE • 1965
Purnima
Character: Purnima
MOVIE • 1965
Main Bhi Ladki Hoon
Character: Rajni
MOVIE • 1964
Crew