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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She was a celebrated Indian actress and poet who starred in over ninety Hindi films during the golden age of Indian cinema.
She is best known for her critically acclaimed performances in classic dramas such as Pakeezah, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, and Baiju Bawra.
She specialized in emotional melodramas, musicals, and social dramas, earning widespread recognition for portraying struggling female characters. Explore her filmography on Mood.
