Articles for Meena Kumari

Manish Malhotra says he isn't directing Meena Kumari biopic starring Kriti Sanon: ‘One dream that remains unfulfilled’
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Manish Malhotra says he isn't directing Meena Kumari biopic starring Kriti Sanon: ‘One dream that remains unfulfilled’

Hindustan Times  

Manish won't helm Meena Kumari biopic Speaking on the biopic, he said, “I’m no longer doing the biopic. Directing is one dream that remains unfulfilled.” Earlier this year, Mid-Day had reported that actor Kriti Sanon would play the role of the late actor in the film. That’s why I get how it works.” About Meena Kumari biopic The biopic was …

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Manish Malhotra confirms not directing Meena Kumari biopic: But will make a film soon
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Manish Malhotra confirms not directing Meena Kumari biopic: But will make a film soon

India Today  

Celebrity designer-turned-producer Manish Malhotra has confirmed that he is no longer directing the much-anticipated biopic of legendary actor Meena Kumari. "I am not directing Meena Kumari, but I will make something else soon," he stated, adding, "I have been impacted by Yash ji and wish to direct romances one day." While details about why he exited the project remain under …

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Meena Kumari And Kamal Amrohi's Love Story To Be Turned Into Film, Sanjay Dutt Wishes Luck
3 months, 1 week ago

Meena Kumari And Kamal Amrohi's Love Story To Be Turned Into Film, Sanjay Dutt Wishes Luck

News 18  

The untold love story of legendary actor Meena Kumari and filmmaker Kamal Amrohi is set to come to the big screen. Officially announced as a joint project by Saregama and Bilal Amrohi, Kamal Amrohi and Meena Kumari’s grandson, the news has garnered attention. Actor Sanjay Dutt extended his heartfelt wishes to Bilal and his wife, Saachi Kumar Amrohi, following the …

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Javed Akhtar asks if Madhuri Dixit and Sridevi 'got a good role in their whole career?'
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Javed Akhtar asks if Madhuri Dixit and Sridevi 'got a good role in their whole career?'

Hindustan Times  

Javed Akhtar has called Madhuri Dixit and the late Sridevi as talented as veteran actors Nargis or Nutan. He also said that actors such as Madhuri Dixit and Sridevi didn't get as powerful roles as the late legendary actors, Meena Kumari or Nargis did. ‘Did they get a good role in their whole career?’ Javed, who has been busy promoting …

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Meena Kumari Birth Anniversary Special: Do you know when 'Tragedy Queen' made her acting debut?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Meena Kumari Birth Anniversary Special: Do you know when 'Tragedy Queen' made her acting debut?

India TV News  

Mahjabeen Bano also known as Meena Kumari was a great actress of her time and she was also a very good poetess. According to media reports, Meena Kumari was born on August 1, 1933 to Ali Bux and Iqbal Begum with the name Mahjabeen Bano. Vijay Bhatt named Meena 'Baby Meena' Meena Kumari initially worked in most of the Vijay …

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Kangana Ranaut pens note of appreciation for 'actress among heroines' Meena Kumari
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kangana Ranaut pens note of appreciation for 'actress among heroines' Meena Kumari

Hindustan Times  

Kangana pays tribute to Meena Kumari The actor-turned-politician took to Instagram Stories to repost a clip from her iconic project, Pakeezah. Sharing the video, Kangana penned her thoughts, remembering Meena Kumari’s legacy. Kangana added, “Apparently in her days one didn’t dare call other heroines actresses, media and film industry said they are all heroines, there is one actress and that …

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'Hugely celebrated for her...', Kangana Ranaut pens an appreciation note for Meena Kumari
5 months, 2 weeks ago

'Hugely celebrated for her...', Kangana Ranaut pens an appreciation note for Meena Kumari

India TV News  

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, who has now become an MP, is often in the news for some reason or the other. Kangana Ranaut recently shared a post appreciating late actress Meena Kumari. Kangana Ranaut has shared a video clip of Meena Kumari from the movie 'Pakeezah' directed by Kamal Amrohi on her Instagram story. Apparently in her days, one didn’t …

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Kangana Ranaut calls Meena Kumari 'actress among heroines', writes a note
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kangana Ranaut calls Meena Kumari 'actress among heroines', writes a note

India Today  

Kangana Ranaut has shared an appreciation post for Meena Kumari. Sharing a clip from the 1972 film ‘Pakeezah’, Kangana Ranaut wrote, “I haven’t followed much of Meena ji’s work but I read a lot and she seemed highly celebrated for her craft. This hair-raising transition from grief to hysterical chuckle to sheer disillusionment is beyond supreme.” She added, “Apparently in …

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Meena Kumari's stepson on Sharmin Segal's inspiration from Pakeezah: Zameen aasman ka…
6 months, 1 week ago

Meena Kumari's stepson on Sharmin Segal's inspiration from Pakeezah: Zameen aasman ka…

India Today  

Actor Sharmin Segal, who portrayed the role of Alamzeb in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi, compared her character to the late legendary actor Meena Kumari's role in the 1972 film Pakeezah. However, Kumari's stepson Tajdar Amrohi disagrees with the comparison, asserting that Heeramandi and Pakeezah are not similar in any manner, and there cannot be another Meena Kumari. While speaking to …

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Meena Kumari's Death Anniversary: Did you know Tragedy Queen left most precious thing for Gulzar in her will?
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Meena Kumari's Death Anniversary: Did you know Tragedy Queen left most precious thing for Gulzar in her will?

India TV News  

Whenever there is talk of beautiful actresses in the film industry, its mention is incomplete without the name of Meena Kumari. Mahjabeen alias Meena Kumari's father used to forcibly take her to the sets. Due to work, Meena Kumari's education and along with it her childhood was also left behind. A look at her love life The first chapter of …

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This 1971 Bollywood Hit Film Was Lyricist Gulzar’s Directorial Debut
1 year, 4 months ago

This 1971 Bollywood Hit Film Was Lyricist Gulzar’s Directorial Debut

News 18  

Bollywood has given us some iconic films and dialogues that resonate with the audience even decades later. The film was the directorial debut of the famous lyricist Gulzar, and the acting debut of Vinod Khanna. The rest of the cast of Mere Apne includes Meena Kumari, Deven Verma, Asrani, Danny Denzongpa, Mehmood and Yogita Bali. Gulzar wanted actress Chhaya Devi, …

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Kindness can be a cognitive therapy for mental health issues. Here's how
1 year, 4 months ago

Kindness can be a cognitive therapy for mental health issues. Here's how

Hindustan Times  

Mental health issues have become increasingly prevalent in today's fast-paced and interconnected world and as a result, there is a growing need for effective interventions that can complement traditional treatments where kindness is an intervention that has demonstrated promising results. Many mental health issues are accompanied by feelings of low self-worth, helplessness, and a lack of control.” She elaborated, “Kindness …

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'Remember Your First Fridge?' Here's Why This Meena Kumari Poster is Making Twitter Nostalgic
1 year, 8 months ago

'Remember Your First Fridge?' Here's Why This Meena Kumari Poster is Making Twitter Nostalgic

News 18  

The introduction of smart refrigerators, capable of performing various tasks, makes the older models appear simple in contrast. Meanwhile, actor Tara Deshpande recently shared veteran actress Meena Kumari’s poster with a fridge, which has prompted a discussion among online users who have shared memories of their first refrigerators. Meena Kumari— Tara Deshpande April 12, 2023 Parents first fridge was Allwyn— …

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Seeped in sepia: Deep blacks, striking shadows define Jethalal’s photos of Bollywood’s yesteryear stars
1 year, 9 months ago

Seeped in sepia: Deep blacks, striking shadows define Jethalal’s photos of Bollywood’s yesteryear stars

The Hindu  

A striking portrait of Raj Kapoor and Nargis Dutt greets you at the entrance wall, two life-size photos of Madhuri Dixit smile at you from far end; a series of pictures with familiar faces draw you inside as soft melodies of yore playing on a radio set transport you to an era gone by. Sitaare Zameen Par, the ongoing exhibition …

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Pakistani Actor Meera Jee To Play Meena Kumari's Role In Pakeezah Remake
1 year, 10 months ago

Pakistani Actor Meera Jee To Play Meena Kumari's Role In Pakeezah Remake

News 18  

One of the most iconic Bollywood films is undoubtedly the 1972 Kamal Amrohi directorial Pakeezah. Now, Pakeezah is heading for a remake wherein Pakistani actress Meera Jee has been confirmed to essay the central character of Pakeezah, played beautifully by Meena Kumari, in the original film. Meera Jee also revealed that Pakeezah’s remake would be bankrolled by a US production …

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Pakistani actor Meera Jee to play Meena Kumari's role in remake of Bollywood classic Pakeezah
1 year, 10 months ago

Pakistani actor Meera Jee to play Meena Kumari's role in remake of Bollywood classic Pakeezah

Hindustan Times  

Pakistani actor Meera Jee will star in the remake of Pakeezah. She is all set to essay the role played by late actor Meena Kumari in the Pakistani remake of Bollywood classic Pakeezah. The film had late veteran actors Ashok Kumar, Raaj Kumar and Meena Kumari in lead roles. Meena Kumari’s film Pakeezah is arguably her best work and among …

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Meena Kumari Birth Anniversary: A Playlist of The Legendary Actress' Hit Tracks
2 years, 4 months ago

Meena Kumari Birth Anniversary: A Playlist of The Legendary Actress' Hit Tracks

News 18  

MEENA KUMARI BIRTH ANNIVERSARY: Born as Mahajabeen Bano on August 1, 1933, legendary actress Meena Kumari started off her film career as a child artist in 1939 release Leather Face, also known as Farzand-e-Watan. As we remember the legendary actress on her 88th birth anniversary, we list some of her most iconic and popular songs: Mujhe Pyar Ki Zindagi Denewale …

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Kriti Sanon as Meena Kumari? Don't you dare, says Kamal Amrohi’s son
2 years, 8 months ago

Kriti Sanon as Meena Kumari? Don't you dare, says Kamal Amrohi’s son

Firstpost  

Let’s just hope that Meena Kumari doesn’t die all over again with yet another unworthy biopic on her. Last week the internet was abuzz with reports claiming that a Meena Kumari biopic directed by Hansal Mehta and featuring Kriti Sanon as Meena Kumari was on the anvil. However, Tajdar Amrohi whose legendary father Kamal Amrohi was married to Meena Kumari …

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From Meena Kumari to Boris Becker: Why these celebrities failed with money? 7 key common traits
2 years, 8 months ago

From Meena Kumari to Boris Becker: Why these celebrities failed with money? 7 key common traits

Live Mint  

There is nothing more important than personal finance and that is where most of the people fail even if they are earning quite well during their prime time. Some of the names include the likes of Bharat Bhushan, Bhagwan Dada, Meena Kumari, Navin Nischol, AK Hangal, Vimi, Raj Kiran, O.P Nayyar, Achala Sachdev, Satish Kaul and so on. Kumari made …

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‘Alia as Gangubai could be at par with Nargis, Meena Kumari,' says Bhansali
2 years, 9 months ago

‘Alia as Gangubai could be at par with Nargis, Meena Kumari,' says Bhansali

Hindustan Times  

Pen Movies has released a new video that shows actor Alia Bhatt interviewing her film Gangubai Kathiawadi's director Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Sanjay Leela Bhansali has compared Alia Bhatt's Gangubai Kathiawadi performance to some all time greats of Hindi cinema. That’s where I felt it has been received correctly and got people to stand up and clap for the next five …

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Lata Mangeshkar's Take On Madhubala, SRK, Aamir And Other Bollywood Celebs, (Book Excerpt)
2 years, 10 months ago

Lata Mangeshkar's Take On Madhubala, SRK, Aamir And Other Bollywood Celebs, (Book Excerpt)

ABP News  

New Delhi: 'Lata Mangeshkar. Raj Kapoor wanted Mukesh Bhaiya, Dilip Kumar chose Rafi Sahib and Dev Anand preferred Kishore Kumar. Although I did not sing many songs for Guru Dutt, I sang a few songs in his film 'Jaal' and 'Badle badle mere sarkaar' in 'Chaudhvin ka Chand' -- the film was produced under his own banner. But all the …

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Fifty years of Pakeezah: Meena Kumari's swansong endures as visually stunning and poetically devastating
2 years, 10 months ago

Fifty years of Pakeezah: Meena Kumari's swansong endures as visually stunning and poetically devastating

Firstpost  

Pakeezah derives its melodrama from its atmospheric quality and the visuals that come out of it. When Sahibjaan finds herself stranded after her boat is attacked by a herd of elephants, Amrohi stages an exquisite sequence set to ‘Mausam Hai Aashiqana,’ with Meena Kumari strolling through the lush fields and succumbing to the romance that nature offers her, awaiting Salim’s …

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'Girls Keep Talking On Mobile, Elope To Marry Boys': UP Women's Commission Member On Rape, Women Safety
3 years, 6 months ago

'Girls Keep Talking On Mobile, Elope To Marry Boys': UP Women's Commission Member On Rape, Women Safety

ABP News  

Agra: Uttar Pradesh Women's Commission member Meena Kumari has made a bizarre statement on the reason behind rising rape cases in the state and how girls' safety can be ensured. The Uttar Pradesh Women Commission member was asked about the continuous rise in rape cases in the state and the reason behind the worrying trend. I tell everyone that girls …

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Cell Phones Encourage Rape: Uttar Pradesh Women's Panel Member
3 years, 6 months ago

Cell Phones Encourage Rape: Uttar Pradesh Women's Panel Member

News 18  

In a shocking statement, a member of the Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission has said that girls should not be given mobile phones as it encourages rape. “Girls talk on phones and later run away with boys,” Meena Kumari said during a Mahila Jansunwai in Aligarh on Wednesday and appealed to parents to keep the cell phones away from their …

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