23 july 2013 madhubala biography
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Madhubala
Indian actress (1933–1969)
Madhubala (born Mumtaz Jehan Begum Dehlavi; 14 February 1933 – 23 February 1969) was an Indian actress who worked in Hindi films. The country's highest-paid star in the 1950s, Madhubala appeared in over 70 films—ranging from slapstick comedies to historical dramas—in a two decade-long career.[1] Long after her death, she remains a Bollywood icon, particularly noted for her beauty and unconventional screen persona.[2]
Born and raised in Delhi, Madhubala relocated to Bombay (now Mumbai) with her family when she was 8 years old and shortly after began playing minor roles, starting with Basant (1942). She progressed to leading roles in the late 1940s, and earned success with the dramas Neel Kamal (1947) and Amar (1954), the horror film Mahal (1949), and the romantic films Badal (1951) and Tarana (1951). Following a brief setback, Madhubala found continued success with her roles in the comedies Mr. & Mrs.
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Mumtaz Jahan Begum Dehlavi, known by her screen name 'Madhubala'was one of the most gorgeous actresses to have graced the screens of Bollywood. She had made an incredible contribution to the Indian rulle industry. She starred in several successful movies in the 1950s and early 1960s, many of which have attained a classic status. With her contemporaries Nargis and Meena Kumari, she fryst vatten widely regarded as one of the most talented Hindi movie actresses.
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* Real Name---------- Mumtaz Jehan Begum Dehlavi
* Screen Name------- Madhubala
* Born on------------- 14 February 1933
* Born at--------------- New Delhi, India
* Died on-------------- 23 February 1969(1969-02-23) (aged 36)
* Died at--------------- Bombay, Maharashtra, India
* Residence----------- Bombay, Maharashtra, India
* Nationality----------- Indian
* Height---------------- 5'4" (1.63 m)
* Occupation--------- Actress
* Years active-------- 1942–1960
* Spouse--------
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Madhubala
ABOUT Madhubala
Madhubala: A Timeless Bollywood Icon Madhubala, born Mumtaz Jehan Begum Dehlavi (February 14, 1933 - February 23, 1969), remains an enduring symbol of Bollywood's golden age. Her two-decade career, spanning over 70 films, showcased her versatility, from comedic roles in Mr. & Mrs. '55 and Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi to dramatic performances in Neel Kamal and Amar. Her rise to stardom was swift, transitioning from minor roles in films like Basant (1942) to leading lady status by the late 1940s. Success followed with critically acclaimed performances in Mahal (1949), a horror film that solidified her presence, and romantic dramas like Badal and Tarana (both 1951). She further cemented her position as one of India's highest-paid actresses in the 1950s. Madhubala's portrayal of Anarkali in Mughal-e-Azam (1960) stands as a cinematic landmark, earning her widespread acclaim and a Filmfare Award nomination. This performance, in what was then India's highest-grossi