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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
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- 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
Dilip Kumar wanted to send Saira Banu to school every time she wore salwar-kameez, wanted her to wear 'fluffy' sarees: 'That make you seem more substantial'
July 08, 2023 1:15 pm
Dilip Kumar preferred to see Saira Banu in sarees and not salwar-kameez. He believed that the actress looked younger in salwar kameez.
Saira Banu makes Instagram debut on 'Kohinoor' Dilip Kumar's death anniversary, pens note: 'He is with me, we still walk the path of life together'
July 07, 2023 1:35 pm
Saira Banu joined Instagram on Dilip Kumar's second death anniversary and shared a note in his memory.
When Dilip Kumar proposed to Saira Banu, she asked 'How many girls have you said this to?'
July 07, 2023 11:29 am
On Dilip Kumar's death anniversary, here's recalling how he proposed to Saira Banu by the sea, and even though she had been in love with him since she was 12, she didn't say yes immediately.
Saira Banu says Lata Mangeshkar shared ‘minutest’ details of her life; reveals she fell off her chair after watching Lata’s interview
February 06, 2023 2:51 pm
On Lata Mangeshkar's first death anniversary, Saira Banu recalled the close equation she shared with the late singer.
Saira Banu gets emotional at film festival honouring Dilip Kumar's legacy. See video, photos
December 11, 2022 8:42 am
Film Heritage Foundation has organised a two-day festival titled Dilip Kumar Hero of Heroes to celebrate the late actor's 100th birth anniversary.
Saira Banu recalls her birthday celebrations with Dilip Kumar: 'We would all feast together, play dumb charades and antakshari'
August 23, 2022 11:26 am
Saira Banu, who turns 78 today, don't feel the same happiness on her birthday that she used to feel when her late husband and actor Dilip Kumar was near her.
Saira Banu on Dilip Kumar's death anniversary: 'I'm all alone now, I am not well emotionally'
July 07, 2022 5:21 pm
He may have been Dilip Kumar, amongst the few etched into the annals of cinema with roles in films such as Mughal-e-Azam and Shakti, but for Saira Banu, he was her 'saheb'.
Saira Banu recalls falling in love with Dilip Kumar at the age of 12, says she leaves the room if his films are playing on television
July 08, 2022 8:28 am
Saira Banu said that she cannot get herself to move on after the death of her husband, Dilip Kumar, to whom she was married for over 50 years and first became infatuated with at the age of 12.
Saira Banu gets emotional ahead of Dilip Kumar's 1st death anniversary: Feel a sense of desolation as I wake up alone every morning...
July 06, 2022 2:52 pm
Saira Banu spoke about life without Dilip Kumar, who passed away last year. The veteran Bollywood couple were married for more than five decades.
Saira Banu breaks down as she accepts award on behalf of Dilip Kumar: 'This is why I don't like attending functions...'
June 16, 2022 8:45 am
Veteran actor Saira Banu broke down after she accepted the Bharat Ratna Dr Ambedkar award for her late husband, actor Dilip Kumar. She said that she believes he is with her every step of the way 'otherwise I can't survive'.
