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Meena Kumari
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- Born 1 August 1933
- Place of Birth Dadar
- Occupation Actor, Poet, Costume Designer, Singer
- Spouse Kamal Amrohi (1952; 1964)
- Siblings Khursheed Bano
- Years active 1939-1972
- Other names Tragedy Queen
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- Kanda Naal Mudhal,
- Khursheed Bano,
- Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam
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ABOUT Meena Kumari
Meena Kumari: Tragedy Queen of Hindi Cinema Meena Kumari, born Mahjabeen Bano (1 August 1933 - 31 March 1972), reigns as one of Indian cinema's most celebrated actresses. Her career, spanning over three decades, showcased her talent in over 90 films, earning her the moniker "Tragedy Queen." Kumari's powerful portrayals resonated deeply with audiences, securing her four Filmfare Best Actress awards - a remarkable feat. Her inaugural win was for Baiju Bawra (1954), followed by Parineeta (1955). She achieved a historic triple nomination at the 10th Filmfare Awards (1963), winning for Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam. Her final win came for Kaajal (1966). Kumari's performances in films like Do Bigha Zamin (1953), Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai (1960), Aarti (1962), Main Chup Rahungi (1962), Dil Ek Mandir (1963), Phool Aur Patthar (1966), and Mere Apne (1971) cemented her status as a cinematic icon. Her role in Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam is often cited as mirroring aspects of her personal life. Beyond acting, Kumari was a talented poet and playback singer, contributing to her early films and releasing a posthumous album, I Write, I Recite (1971). She even designed costumes for Pakeezah. Her untimely death at 38, attributed to cirrhosis of the liver linked to alcoholism, marked a tragic end to a brilliant career. Her legacy, however, continues to inspire, solidifying her position as a timeless legend of Hindi cinema.
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MEENA KUMARI NEWS
The Queer phenomenon called Meena Kumari
August 01, 2022 2:03 pm
On her birth anniversary, here is a look at the queer politics of Meena Kumari's star persona and two of her seminal performances - Kamal Amrohi's Pakeezah and Guru Dutt's Saheb Bibi Aur Ghulam.
Pakeezah: From Meena Kumari's failing health to separation from director Kamal Amrohi, what went wrong during making of this classic
March 31, 2022 8:05 am
On Meena Kumari's 50th death anniversary, here's recalling the making of one of her most popular films Pakeezah. Made by her husband, director Kamal Amrohi, the film's making went through many ups and downs over 14 years.
Meena Kumari-Kamal Amrohi’s love story to be made into a web series
February 15, 2022 3:28 pm
The story will be set against the backdrop of the making of Bollywood classic Pakeezah, directed by Kamal Amrohi and starring his muse Meena Kumari.
What Nargis wrote on Meena Kumari's death: 'Maut mubarak ho Meena, this world is not for people like you'
January 20, 2022 8:50 am
After Meena Kumari's death, Nargis penned a letter talking about her difficult life and heartbreaks, which was published in an Urdu magazine. The two had shared a close sisterhood.
Meena Kumari gives fashion goals even today; see pics
August 02, 2019 6:43 am
On Meena Kumari's birth anniversary, we take a look at her most memorable on-screen fashion looks.
Meena Kumari, Tragedy Queen, remembered by Google Doodle on 85th birth anniversary
August 01, 2018 8:11 am
Meena Kumari Google Doodle: The legendary actress starred in about 92 films in a career spanning 33 years. Some of her notable films include Pakeezah, Baiju Bawra, Parineeta, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, Foot Path, Dil Ek Mandir and Kaajal.
Understanding the Meena Kumari paradox
August 01, 2018 1:58 pm
Meena Kumari's 85th birth anniversary: As we recall the turbulent life and times of the legendary actor, we wonder how the tragedy queen was received and seen in her own time. Was she born to suffer? And did she only suffer – was there nothing else to her life?
Would love to play Meena Kumari in 'Saheb Bibi Aur Ghulam' remake: Aditi Rao Hydari
April 01, 2016 6:45 pm
Aditi Rao Hydari said if given chance she would love to play Meena Kumari's character in "Saheb Bibi Aur Ghulam" remake.
Rare memorabilia of Meena Kumari on display
February 24, 2016 6:35 pm
Meena Kumari's original publicity material and memorabilia, including paintings and portraits of her films, will be on the display at the Womanhood Festival in Mumbai.
Woman leader complains to BJP top brass over MP Rajveer Singh's 'abusive language'
May 24, 2015 4:03 pm
Rajveer Singh is the son of former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Kalyan Singh.
