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Hema Malini
BJP
DOB
16 Oct 1948
Age
77 years
birth palce
Tiruchirappalli
profession
Politician/ Actor
Hema Malini biography
Hema Malini, known as Bollywood’s Dream Girl and with films such as Seeta Aur Geeta, Sholay and Razia Sultan, took the political plunge in 2004 when she joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and now she is a Lok Sabha MP from Uttar Pradesh's Mathura since 2019.
“I have earned a lot of name and fame in the film industry. There are so many fans. They used to call me to attend public functions with so much love, so I thought I must give something back.
The 75-year-old served as a Rajya Sabha member from 2004 to 2009 and was appointed party’s general secretary in 2010. Back in 1999, she had campaigned for late film star Vinod Khanna, the BJP MP from Gurdaspur, Punjab.
In the 2014 general elections for the Lok Sabha, Hema Malini defeated the Mathura incumbent, Jayant Chaudhary (RLD) and was then elected to the Lok Sabha. She retained the seat in the 2019 general elections, and in 2024, she once again retained her seat to become the three-time sitting MP from Mathura.
As the MP of Mathura, the holy city and birthplace of Lord Krishna, Hema Malini said she wants to develop her constituency as an “international tourist destination”.
Also a Padma Shri recipient, the actor-politician currently serves as the brand ambassador of Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad.
Hema Malini, a trained Bharatanatyam dancer, said a lot of options for the entertainment of the tourists are being developed so that they not only visit the temples in Mathura but also learn about the reasons behind the city’s popularity.
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Hema Malini personal life
HEMA MALINI NEWS
Mumtaz reveals she demanded Rs 20 lakh for appearing in reality show with Dharmendra: 'Paisa pheko, tamasha dekho'
December 20, 2025 5:29 pm
In a recent interview, veteran star Mumtaz opened up about her fee for appearing in reality shows.
'Hema Malini totally left out by first family after Dharmendra's death,' says Shobhaa De: 'She chose dignity over one-upmanship'
December 18, 2025 12:43 pm
Hema Malini remained absent from Dharmendra's prayer meet held by his first wife Prakash Kaur sons Sunny and Bobby Deol.
Dharmendra 'drank a few pegs' before water tank scene in Sholay, reveals Ramesh Sippy: 'It was the confession of his real love for Hema Malini'
December 14, 2025 10:25 am
Sholay director Ramesh Sippy recalls that when Dharmendra and Hema Malini admitted to their romance to him during the filming, he felt it'd be good for the film too since the onscreen romance would reflect the real-life one.
Shatrughan Sinha takes a shot at Kangana Ranaut, says actors are 'used' by political parties: 'Tell them India didn't get independence in 2014'
December 12, 2025 2:41 pm
Shatrughan Sinha shared that Dharmendra probably left politics after one term because he was upset by the system. He also addressed Sunnhy Deol leaving politics; said Hema Malini never got her due.
Esha Deol's emotional tribute for dad Dharmendra features Prakash Kaur and Hema Malini, Sunny and Bobby Deol: 'Legends'
December 12, 2025 12:50 pm
The tribute video showcased some of Dharmendra's most iconic films, including ones with Hema Malini and kids Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol. A rare family photo had Prakash Kaur and Sunny and Bobby Deol.
'Such a person was Dharam Ji': Hema Malini’s heartfelt tribute at Delhi prayer meet
December 11, 2025 10:17 pm
Leaders from across the political spectrum join the actor-MP as she pays homage to her husband Dharmendra’s legacy and six-decade career
Hema Malini says she celebrated Dharmendra's 90th birthday weeks after his death, gets emotional: 'Humaara pyaar sacha tha'
December 12, 2025 8:25 am
Hema Malini and daughters Esha Deol and Ahana Deol hosted a prayer meeting for late superstar Dharmendra, in Delhi today. It was attended by Kangana Ranaut, REkha Gupta and Nirmala Sitharaman.
James Bond or Tatya Tope: Who was in the original dialogue of Sholay?
December 09, 2025 7:11 pm
As Ramesh Sippy's emotional roller coaster Sholay rides back to theatres, a trailer misstep sets off a fresh dialogue debate.
Hema Malini says she is ‘slowly gathering up pieces’ after Dharmendra's death; Bobby Deol calls him his ‘hero’
December 08, 2025 2:21 pm
Hema Malini shared unseen photos with Dharmendra and also shared an emotional note about how she is "slowly gathering up the pieces and trying to reconstruct my life" after his death.
When Dharmendra revealed that first wife Prakash Kaur was looking for 'rishtas' for step-daughter Esha Deol
December 06, 2025 4:21 pm
In Dharmendra's biography, it was reported that his first wife, Prakash Kaur, was keen on finding a suitable groom for her stepdaughter Esha Deol.
HEMA MALINI PHOTOS
In Pictures: Hema Malini hosts prayer meeting for Late Dharmendra in Delhi, marking an emotional tribute
December 11, 2025 8:44 pm
Veteran actor and BJP MP Hema Malini, accompanied by her daughters Esha Deol and Ahana Deol, hosted a prayer meeting in memory of late film icon Dharmendra at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi today
RIP Dharmendra (1935-2025): Bollywood's He-Man who redefined macho for Indian cinema
November 24, 2025 2:39 pm
Forever Dharam paaji: Dharmendra will always hold a special place in every fan’s heart.
Hema Malini, Yami Gautam, Shilpa Shetty Kundra share Bhai Dooj celebrations
November 04, 2024 1:30 pm
Many celebrities of B-town were seen honoring their beautiful bond with siblings on the occasion of Bhai Dooj.
Hema Malini turns 76: 'Dream girl' rejected many suitors to marry Dharmendra
October 16, 2024 12:15 pm
Hema Malini and Dharmendra's love story is straight out of a Bollywood romance. On her 76th birthday, here's a look at pictures from their family album.
Inside Hema Malini's birthday bash with Rekha, Jeetendra, Sanjay Khan
October 19, 2022 4:42 pm
Actor and politician Hema Malini took us inside her 74th birthday bash. Hema celebrated her day on October 16 with her family and a few close friends.
Hema Malini turns 74: A glimpse of her precious moments with daughters Esha and Ahana Deol
October 16, 2022 3:20 pm
Bollywood's own 'Dream girl' Hema Malini is celebrating her 74th birthday today. The star is actor Dharmendra's wife and a mom to Esha Deol and Ahana Deol.
Katrina Kaif, Kartik Aaryan, Neha Kakkar: 10 celebrity photos you should not miss
September 05, 2021 6:04 pm
Katrina Kaif, Kartik Aaryan, Neha Kakkar, Samantha Akkineni, Esha Deol, Harshdeep Kaur, Neeti Mohan, Divyanka Tripathi and Ankita Konwar share their latest photos today.
Hema Malini turns 72: Rare photos of the Dream Girl
October 17, 2020 7:56 pm
Actor Hema Malini celebrates her 72nd birthday today. She is known for her work in films like Seeta aur Geeta, Sholay, Johnny Mera Naam, Satte Pe Satta, Trishul among others.
Esha Deol's daughter Radhya's birthday bash: Taimur, Inaaya and other star kids party
October 21, 2019 9:07 am
Taimur Ali Khan, Inaaya Naummi Kemmu, Laksshya Kapoor became a part of Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani's daughter Radhya Takhtani's second birthday.
Hema Malini turns 71: Best looks from her iconic films
October 16, 2019 2:14 pm
Happy Birthday Hema: Her outfits exude elegance and class. Her films are remembered fondly just like all the characters she's performed. As the Dream Girl actor turns a year older on October 16, let’s take some fashion and styling cues from her.
HEMA MALINI VIDEOS
Hema Malini Launches Music Album Dream Girl With Her Sholay Co-Actors
February 17, 2016 12:01 pm
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