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Meena Kumari

01 Aug, 1933 in Solapur, Bombay Presidency, British India

Meena Kumari (born Mahjabeen Bano; August 1, 1933 – March 31, 1972) was an Indian actress, as well as an occasional poet, playback singer and model. She was described by critics as a historically incomparable actress of Hindi Cinema. Though best known for her sensitive portrayals of struggling women, earning... her the title "The Tragedy Queen", she starred in over 90 films that varied in genres, from traditional melodramas, mythological adventures, comedies, historicals and Muslim socials. At the peak of her career, she was the highest-paid actress, and set fashion trends for women in the 1950s.

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Meenakumariमीना कुमारीМина Кумари

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Dawn
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Purnima
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Chandan Ka Palna
100% (1967)
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Aarti
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Viruthan Shanku
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Gazal
60% (1964)
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Chandni Chowk
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Sahira
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Sharada
55% (1957)
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Majhli Didi
60% (1967)
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Ek-Hi-Rasta
60% (1956)
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Daaera
55% (1953)
Bond
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Shararat
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Yahudi
57% (1958)
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Jawab
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Kinare Kinare
60% (1963)
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Parineeta
65% (1953)
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Ramanan
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Dil Ek Mandir
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Adl-e-Jehangir
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Halaku
90% (1956)
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Dushman
30% (1972)
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Kohinoor
45% (1960)
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Sahara
70% (1958)
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Benazir
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Kaajal
30% (1965)
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Mem Sahib
70% (1956)
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Footpath
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Tamasha
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Miss Mary
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Naya Andaz
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Ardhangini
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Sanam
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Main Chup Rahungi
30% (1962)
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Madhosh
40% (1951)
Characterless
0% (1975)