Hema Malini - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 16, 1948 |
|---|---|
| Age | 77 |
| Birthplace | Ammankudi, Madras Presidency, India (now Tamil Nadu) |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Hema Malini's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Bollywood film acting, dance performances, and her political career as a Member of Parliament. |
Intro
Hema Malini is a renowned Indian actress, director, producer, dancer, and politician. She is best known for her work in Hindi cinema, where she became one of Bollywood's most popular and enduring leading ladies from the late 1960s through the 1980s. In addition to her cinema career, she has also served as a member of the Indian Parliament.
Early Life & Background
Hema Malini was born into a Tamil-speaking Iyengar Brahmin family in Ammankudi, Madras Presidency (present-day Tamil Nadu), India. She showed an early interest in classical dance and was trained in Bharatnatyam, which later influenced her roles in film and her career as a stage performer.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Debuted as a lead actress in 'Sapno Ka Saudagar' (1968).
- Rose to fame with films like 'Seeta Aur Geeta' (1972), 'Sholay' (1975), and 'Dream Girl' (1977).
- Known as Bollywood’s “Dream Girl.”
- Awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, in 2000.
- Directed and produced several films and television series.
- Served as a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, representing Mathura since 2014.
Trivia
- Trained classical Bharatanatyam dancer and often integrates dance into her performances.
- Married to fellow Bollywood star Dharmendra.
- Mother to actresses Esha Deol and Ahana Deol.
- Has authored an autobiography titled 'Beyond the Dream Girl.'
FAQs
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Hema Malini is 77 years old.
Hema Malini was born the 16 October 1948.
Ammankudi, Madras Presidency, India (now Tamil Nadu).
On Her Birth-Day
About October 16th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: The musical 'Red Mill' opened on October 16, 1948, in New York City. This production was a revival of the original 1906 musical, featuring a mix of comedy and romance set in a Dutch-themed cabaret.
- Day of the week: October 16th, 1948 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Say Something Sweet to Your Sweetheart by Jo Stafford & Gordon MacRae
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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