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Mumtaz
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- Born 31 July 1947
- Place of Birth Mumbai
- Occupation Actor
- Spouse Mayur Madhvani (1974)
- Siblings Malika Askari
- Years active 1958-1977, 1990
- Children Tanya Madhwani, Natasha Madhwani
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- Aandhiyan,
- Malika Askari,
- Hare Rama Hare Krishna
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ABOUT Mumtaz
Mumtaz: A Cinematic Legacy Mumtaz, born Mumtaz Askari Madhvani on July 31, 1947, is a celebrated figure in Hindi cinema. Her career, spanning from her debut in Lajwanti (1958) at age 11 to her final film Aandhiyan (1990), showcases a remarkable journey. Initially typecast in stunt films like Faulad (1963) and Daku Mangal Singh (1966), she subsequently showcased her versatility. Her breakthrough came with Do Raaste (1969), establishing her as a leading actress. Notable performances followed in films such as Bandhan, Aadmi Aur Insaan, Sachaa Jhutha, Khilona (which earned her a Filmfare Award for Best Actress), Tere Mere Sapne, Hare Rama Hare Krishna, Apna Desh, Loafer, Jheel Ke Us Paar, Chor Machaye Shor, Aap Ki Kasam, Roti, and Prem Kahani. Her iconic roles often featured a blend of grace and strength, captivating audiences. After a 13-year sabbatical, Mumtaz concluded her film career with Aandhiyan. She now resides in London with her family and actively supports breast cancer survivors, appearing in the 2010 documentary 1 a Minute. Mumtaz's contribution to Hindi cinema remains significant, solidifying her position as one of its most memorable actresses.
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MUMTAZ NEWS
‘Mamzi, till you look beautiful...': How Dev Anand's words shaped Mumtaz’s ageless philosophy
May 01, 2026 5:55 pm
“Woh mere dimaag mein bhi hai ki haan, he is right. That’s what I believe in now," she added.
'I had no choice': Mumtaz on marrying a Hindu businessman, quitting acting at peak of her career
April 23, 2026 1:49 pm
In 1974, Mumtaz stepped away from films to marry Gujarati businessman Mayur Madhvani, and settle down in London.
Mumtaz shares strict fitness rule she got from Akshay Kumar to stay ageless at 78: '90% of people are lazy'
April 22, 2026 2:16 pm
At 78, Mumtaz stays fit with strict discipline—no food after 4 pm, daily workouts, and advice from Akshay Kumar. She says laziness is the biggest obstacle to fitness.
‘I will put you in jail’: When Mumtaz sued a journalist for questioning her father's identity
April 22, 2026 10:19 am
Mumtaz recalls how she took Devyani Chaubal to court over a defamatory claim about her father, forcing a public apology and calling out reckless gossip journalism.
'Zeenat Aman not a good actor, Sanjeev Kumar wasn't a big star,’ says Mumtaz: 'How many awards has she won?'
April 21, 2026 4:35 pm
Mumtaz defended her remark on Sanjeev Kumar, saying he was a great actor but not a “big star”, and added not everyone in the industry can be called a star.
‘I saw her from outside’: Mumtaz recalls last visit to Asha Bhosle, singer died 10 minutes later
April 21, 2026 3:43 pm
Mumtaz shared how she couldn’t meet Asha Bhosle in hospital and revealed what the singer told her about one of her songs days before her death.
Mumtaz says she doesn't know why 'Akshay Kumar sold' dad-in-law Rajesh Khanna's Aashirwad bungalow: 'It hurt me'
April 21, 2026 2:31 pm
Mumtaz became emotional while talking about Rajesh Khanna's landmark bungalow, Aashirwad, which was sold off after his death in 2012 and subsequently demolished.
Mumtaz chose career over Shammi Kapoor, then gave it up after marriage due to in-laws: ‘I wanted to work’
March 28, 2026 6:29 pm
Mumtaz recalls turning down Shammi Kapoor to pursue acting, only to later leave films at her peak due to family expectations and marriage.
Born Muslim, this veteran actor married a Hindu businessman, now believes in Lord Ganesha: 'Many Muslim men marry multiple times'
March 12, 2026 10:39 am
Mumtaz said that despite being a Muslim, she practises aspects of Hinduism and follows deities such as Lord Ganesha and Lord Shankar.
Mumtaz reveals how Feroz Khan's death triggered Fardeen Khan and daughter Natasha's separation: 'Misunderstandings arose'
March 10, 2026 2:45 pm
Mumtaz, mother of Natasha Madhvani, opened up about her son-in-law Fardeen Khan, saying that he is a very sweet man who, even after separation, frequently travels to London to check on his wife and children.
