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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
Saira Banu recalls Dharmendra and Dilip Kumar's bond as she meets Hema Malini, see photos
May 04, 2026 1:40 pm
Saira Banu, in her recent Instagram post, recalled meeting Hema Malini for the first time and how she was left 'simply mesmerised by her beauty.'
'Now he's not there': Hema Malini's heartbreaking tribute to Dharmendra goes viral; expert on how to handle such a loss
May 01, 2026 4:21 pm
Hema Malini offers a heartfelt reflection on grief and Dharmendra’s cinematic legacy during a recent exhibition.
'How am I going to cope': Hema Malini breaks down in emotional tribute to Dharmendra
May 01, 2026 9:55 am
Hema Malini remembered Dharmendra in an emotional tribute, thankful for the decades they spent together and wondering how she will cope with the rest of her life. Dharmendra died in 2025.
Roja actor Madhoo Shah reveals her fitness mantra, admits she used to be a foodie: 'I ate, danced, and played'
April 06, 2026 5:50 pm
Madhoo’s perspective also touches on a broader cultural shift. Today, food is often tied to socialising, entertainment and visual appeal, which can encourage overconsumption
After Oscars snub, Dharmendra to be honoured at International Film Festival Delhi; Hema Malini says she 'will be there to receive it'
March 26, 2026 10:25 am
Hema Malini revealed that she will be receiving the award in honour of Dharmendra at International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026.
When Shah Rukh Khan said Hema Malini offered him first film for his 'aristocratic nose', combed his hair: 'I still have the same hair style'
March 23, 2026 12:55 pm
Ahead of the Chetak Screen Awards 2026, set to take place on April 5 in Mumbai, here’s a memorable moment from the 2015 edition of the awards, when Hema Malini was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Hema Malini refutes rumours of rift with Dharmendra's family, says 'there is no negativity': 'Papa ke liye sab karenge'
February 26, 2026 9:08 am
Hema Malini rebuked those speculating about a rift within the family, asserting that everyone is deeply fond of one another and would do anything for Dharmendra.
'When will I meet him again?': Hema Malini misses Dharmendra 'every single minute' as she asks herself 'is he really gone?'
February 24, 2026 9:39 am
After the BAFTAs paid tribute to Dharmendra by featuring him in the In Memoriam segment, Hema Malini reacted to the honour and recalled how Dharmendra would often get mobbed by fans in foreign countries.
'She deserved it': When Esha Deol defended slapping Amrita Rao, and why Hema Malini supported her
February 20, 2026 4:25 pm
Esha Deol admitted to slapping Amrita Rao on the set of Pyare Mohan. She claimed Amrita abused her, and later, it was Amrita who apologised to her.
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 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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