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Saira Banu
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- Born 23 August 1944
- Place of Birth Mussoorie
- Occupation Actor
- Mother Naseem Banu
- Spouse Dilip Kumar (1966; Died 2021)
- Siblings Sultan Ahmad
- Years active 1961-1984
Related Other Pages:
- Oru Oorla Oru Rajakumari,
- Sultan Ahmad,
- Padosan
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ABOUT Saira Banu
Saira Banu: A Legacy in Indian Cinema Saira Banu, born August 23, 1944, stands as a prominent figure in Hindi cinema's golden age. Her career, spanning from 1961 to 1988, cemented her status as one of the most celebrated actresses of the 1960s and 70s. Her debut in Junglee (1961) immediately garnered attention, earning her a Filmfare Best Actress nomination. This was followed by three more nominations for her roles in Shagird, Diwana, and Sagina. Beyond these critically acclaimed performances, Banu starred in numerous commercially successful films, including Bluff Master, Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Jhuk Gaya Aasman, Padosan, Victoria No. 203, Hera Pheri, and Bairaag. Her final on-screen appearance was in Faisla (1988). While primarily an actress, Banu also ventured into film production with the Bhojpuri film Ab To Banja Sajanwa Hamaar (2006). Banu's personal life saw her marry the legendary actor Dilip Kumar in 1966; the couple remained childless. Her enduring image remains synonymous with grace, elegance, and a remarkable cinematic contribution. Her career showcases a remarkable blend of critical acclaim and box office success, solidifying her legacy within Indian cinema's history.
Saira Banu FILMS AND CREDITS
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SAIRA BANU NEWS
Saira Banu recalls 'special' party where she met Dilip Kumar: 'You have grown up into a beautiful girl'
August 23, 2023 3:42 pm
On her birthday, Saira Banu went down memory lane to remember how her late husband, superstar Dilip Kumar met her and fell in love with her eventually.
Saira Banu recalls when Dharmendra rushed to Dilip Kumar's house at midnight to show Sunny Deol's photographs before his debut
August 13, 2023 11:26 am
Saira Banu shared unseen pictures of Dharmendra and Dilip Kumar, along with a heart-warming story of their bond.
Saira Banu shares how Ashok Kumar gave Dilip Kumar the biggest acting lesson of his life: 'If you try to act it out, it will look silly'
August 09, 2023 7:55 pm
Saira Banu shared an anecdote about the friendship of Dilip Kumar and Ashok Kumar, and how Dada Moni gave the Mughal-E-Azam actor an acting tip that probably stayed with him for the rest of his life.
When close friends Dilip Kumar and Sunil Dutt 'helped victims of the civil riots in Mumbai'; Saira Banu recalls
August 08, 2023 9:12 am
Dilip Kumar and Sunil Dutt stayed in the Pali Hill area in Bandra, Mumbai. The two were not only contemporaries but also thickest of friends, shares Saira Banu.
63 Years Of Mughal-E-Azam: Saira Banu praises husband Dilip Kumar’s brilliance, explains why the magnum opus is a timeless classic
August 05, 2023 7:05 pm
Saira Banu remembered late husband Dilip Kumar and his performance in Mughal-E-Azam as the film completes 63 years.
Dilip Kumar's iconic Pali Hill bungalow to be demolished, luxurious residential property and museum to come up there
August 03, 2023 3:18 pm
Late actor Dilip Kumar's Pali Hill bungalow will be demolished. The plot will house a museum, to commemorate the actor's remarkable life, and luxurious residences.
Saira Banu recalls the 'magical night' when Dilip Kumar proposed to her: 'He protectively took off his jacket..'
July 21, 2023 4:13 pm
Saira Banu shared her love for rain and how the first shower was always a celebration for her family.
Saira Banu shares her favourite scene from Sagina, says it is 'Sahib' Dilip Kumar's 'most spell-binding performance'. Watch
July 16, 2023 3:27 pm
Saira Banu recalled how Dilip Kumar had set up a badminton court in the garden during the film's outdoor shoot, so that the team could play together in the evenings.
When Saira Banu bowled out 8 actors after learning cricket for a week from Dilip Kumar: 'Raj Kapoor said...'
July 11, 2023 5:21 pm
Saira Banu, wife of Dilip Kumar, has been sharing beautiful memories of the late superstar. In her latest social media post, Saira shared how Dilip Kumar taught her bowling as he loved to play cricket.
Saira Banu recalls how Dilip Kumar kept her on toes with his philanthropist work: 'I had to keep running to keep pace...'
July 11, 2023 7:52 am
Saira Banu took to Instagram to share an anecdote from her life with late actor Dilip Kumar. She revealed how the legendary actor kept her busy with his philanthropist work.
