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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
Related Other Pages:
- 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.
Mumtaz FILMS AND CREDITS
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MUMTAZ NEWS
Raj Kapoor didn't allow women of the family to work; Mumtaz recalls cancelling wedding with Shammi Kapoor: 'He didn't cast me in Mera Naam Joker...'
April 30, 2025 12:48 pm
Veteran actor Mumtaz said that Raj Kapoor didn't cast her in Mera Naam Joker because she could've potentially been a Kapoor family 'bahu', and that wearing short clothes was out of the question.
Rajesh Khanna would've been alive had he married Anju Mahendru; sudden wedding with Dimple Kapadia was shocking, unexpected: Mumtaz
May 01, 2025 11:10 am
Anju Mahendru wasn't aware that Rajesh Khanna had dumped her and had decided to marry Dimple Kapadia. She was hurt, but not heartbroken about it.
Dilip Kumar broke up with Madhubala because she couldn't bear children, doctor told her she'd die if she tried: 'When he found out...'
April 30, 2025 11:01 am
Veteran actor Mumtaz said that Dilip Kumar broke up with Madhubala because she couldn't bear him a child because of her heart condition. Mumtaz said Madhubala herself told her this.
Mumtaz says Shammi Kapoor wanted her to marry him, give up her career at 17: 'It was not love affair, it was much more'
August 06, 2024 12:19 pm
Mumtaz recalled her short-lived but deep romance with Shammi Kapoor and explained the reason behind turning down his wedding proposal at the age of 17.
Mumtaz says Rajesh Khanna would get upset if she worked with other heroes: 'He thought he owned me'
August 07, 2024 9:14 am
Mumtaz recently opened up about Rajesh Khanna's fame and decline, recalling that he would get upset if she signed films with actors like Dharmendra or Dev Anand. She also addressed rumours of her rivalry with Sharmila Tagore.
Mumtaz opens up about film sets being dominated by her male-costars: 'Whatever heroes wanted producers, directors complied'
July 31, 2024 2:33 pm
Mumtaz, who turned 77-years-old of July 31. speaks about film sets being dictated by male actors of her time.
When actors refused to work with Mumtaz, actresses would not befriend her: 'Heroines cannot be friends, not then, not now'
July 31, 2024 8:05 am
Mumtaz is celebrating her 77th birthday today. However, despite being one of India's finest actress, Mumtaz too has insecurities, complexes and regrets in life.
Salim-Javed weren't convinced of Hema Malini's talent, Mumtaz was first choice for Seeta Aur Geeta: Ramesh Sippy
July 09, 2024 3:52 pm
Filmmaker Ramesh Sippy revealed that although fans can't imagine anyone else in the dual role of Seeta Aur Geeta, Hema Malini wasn't the first choice for the film.
Mumtaz says she was self-conscious, but Feroz Khan convinced her to wear a bikini in Apradh: 'I could afford to say no, but...'
June 09, 2024 7:58 pm
Mumtaz, who appeared in a bikini in Feroz Khan's Apradh, recently revealed that the scene almost didn't happen and it took considerable persuasion from the filmmaker for her to agree to it.
Somy Ali supports Zeenat Aman's live-in relationship stance after backlash from Mumtaz, Saira Banu: 'We no longer live in 1950s'
May 14, 2024 1:30 pm
Somy Ali echoed Zeenat Aman's viewpoint on live-in relationships, suggesting they could potentially reduce high divorce rates in the country.
