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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
Amitabh Bachchan was the real villain of Baghban: Samir Soni loves 'the new generation' for redeeming his character as a 'green flag' after 23 years
February 09, 2026 12:54 pm
Samir Soni endorsed a GenZ influencer's argument that he was actually a green flag and was unnecessarily villainized as Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini's ungrateful son in Baghban.
Hema Malini reacts to Dharmendra's posthumous Padma Vibhushan honour: 'Had it come earlier...'
February 02, 2026 4:42 pm
Hema Malini feels that had the news of Dharmendra's Padma Vibhushan award come earlier, Dharmendra would have been extremely happy, and seeing him, his fans would have been even happier.
Padma Awards 2026: Hema Malini calls Dharmendra a 'living institution of Indian cinema'; Mammootty expresses joy at receiving Padma Bhushan
January 26, 2026 9:28 am
Padma Awards 2026: Hours after Dharmendra was conferred Padma Vibhushan, his second wife, veteran actor Hema Malini, reacted to his posthumous Padma Vibhushan, noting that he truly deserves the honour.
'Tum jo chale gaye': Heartbreaking last video of Dharmendra and Hema Malini singing together months before his death goes viral
January 21, 2026 1:28 pm
The unseen video of Hema Malini and Dharmendra was recorded just months before the actor's death. The two can be seen humming the tune of then song 'Dariya Mein Phenk Do Chabi' from their 1981 film Aas Paas.
Hema Malini rolls her eyes as senior citizen complains about mismanagement at poll booth during Mumbai BMC elections 2026. Watch
January 15, 2026 3:59 pm
As Hema Malini encouraged everyone to vote, she was visibly bothered when a senior citizen present at the polling station complained about mismanagement.
Hema Malini opens up about grief, says 'can't imagine life without Dharmendra' after 57 years together: 'I miss him every minute'; how to deal with loss of a long-time partner
January 13, 2026 3:55 pm
"It's not that we were together all the time...I feel sad without him. When will I meet him again?" Hema Malini added
'After 57 years together, can't imagine life without Dharmendra': Hema Malini opens up, dismisses rift rumours with Deols
January 12, 2026 6:15 pm
Hema Malini says she misses Dharmendra every minute as she speaks about grief and life ahead. She also dismisses speculation that she and Prakash Kaur's family are not on good terms.
'If Sridevi received a state funeral, Dharmendra more than merited it': Shobhaa De says Hema Malini 'deserved more grace' from Deols
January 08, 2026 1:08 pm
Author-journalist Shobhaa De recently reacted to late star Dharmendra not getting a state funeral and how his second wife Hema Malini was sidelined by the Deol family.
Hema Malini lived in a 'haunted' house during early days in Mumbai, felt someone was trying to 'choke' her: 'It happened every night'
January 06, 2026 5:56 pm
Hema Malini believed that she was living in a haunted house after she felt that someone was trying to choke her every night.
Hema Malini breaks silence on Dharmendra's death, shares heartbreaking details of his final days: 'I cry seeing our videos'
January 05, 2026 7:55 pm
Hema Malini shared the heartbreaking details of Dharmendra's last days and how the family was hopeful of recovery in first interview since the veteran actor's death. She also dismiss rift with Prakash Kaur and her family.
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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