Waheeda Rehman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 14, 1936 |
|---|---|
| Age | 89 |
| Birthplace | Chengalpattu, Madras Presidency, British India (now Tamil Nadu, India) |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Waheeda Rehman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Lead roles in classic Hindi films such as 'Pyaasa', 'Guide', 'Kaagaz Ke Phool', and 'Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam'. |
Intro
Waheeda Rehman is a renowned Indian actress known for her work in Hindi cinema. She is celebrated for her natural acting style and has been a significant figure in Indian film since the late 1950s, starring in many classics and earning widespread acclaim for her performances.
Early Life & Background
Waheeda Rehman was born into a Muslim family in Chengalpattu in present-day Tamil Nadu, India. She initially aspired to become a doctor but started training in Bharatanatyam dance, which led to opportunities in the Telugu and Tamil film industries.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in Guru Dutt's 'Pyaasa' (1957) and subsequent collaborations, including 'Kaagaz Ke Phool' (1959) and 'Chaudhvin Ka Chand' (1960).
- 'Guide' (1965) earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress and established her as one of the most respected actresses of her era.
- Acted in over 80 films, spanning more than five decades.
- Honored with the Padma Bhushan (2011) and the Padma Shri (1972), two of India's highest civilian awards.
- Recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2023), India's highest award in cinema.
Trivia
- Waheeda Rehman is also known for her elegance as a dancer and has performed many iconic dance sequences in her movies.
- She has worked in Telugu, Tamil, Bengali, and Hindi films.
- She was married to actor Kamaljeet from 1974 until his death in 2000.
FAQs
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Waheeda Rehman is 89 years old.
Waheeda Rehman was born the 14 May 1936.
Chengalpattu, Madras Presidency, British India (now Tamil Nadu, India).
On Her Birth-Day
About May 14th, 1936, in brief:
- Day of the week: May 14th, 1936 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: After the Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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