Noor Jehan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 21, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Age | 99 |
| Birthplace | Kasur, Punjab, British India (now Pakistan) |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Noor Jehan's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Noor Jehan is best known for her powerful voice and renditions of film songs, ghazals, and patriotic anthems. She is renowned for her contributions to the Pakistani film industry and was the first female film director in Pakistan. |
Intro
Noor Jehan was a legendary Pakistani playback singer and actress, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential singers in the history of South Asian music. Known as 'Malika-e-Tarannum' (Queen of Melody), she had a remarkable career spanning over six decades and sang thousands of songs in various languages, including Urdu, Punjabi, and Hindi.
Early Life & Background
Born as Allah Wasai in 1926 in Kasur, Punjab, Noor Jehan showed musical talent from an early age. She began performing on stage as a child and received classical music training. Her family was supportive of her ambitions, enabling her to join the world of films and music at a young age.
Career Highlights
- Prolific playback singer for Hindi and later Pakistani cinema, with thousands of recorded songs.
- Starred in numerous Punjabi and Urdu films during the pre- and post-partition eras.
- Became the first female film director in Pakistan with her directorial debut in the 1951 film 'Chan Wey'.
- Received the President's Award for Pride of Performance in 1965.
- Famed for her patriotic songs during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965.
Trivia
- Noor Jehan performed in front of several world leaders and dignitaries.
- She was given the title 'Malika-e-Tarannum' (Queen of Melody) by her fans.
- She sang over 20,000 songs throughout her career.
FAQs
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Noor Jehan is 99 years old.
Noor Jehan was born the 21 September 1926.
Kasur, Punjab, British India (now Pakistan).
On Her Birth-Day
About September 21st, 1926, in brief:
- Day of the week: September 21st, 1926 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
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- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
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