Indian movie stars born in 1926
Here are 5 famous actresses from India were born in 1926:
Veena
Veena (July 4, 1926 Quetta-November 14, 2004 Mumbai) otherwise known as Veena Sapru, Veena Kumari or Tajour Sultana was an Indian actor.
She predominantly worked in Hindi cinema and is remembered for her spectacular performances in films like 'Baiju Bawra', 'Anpadh' and 'Taj Mahal'. Veena began her acting career in the late 1940s and worked in the film industry for around three decades. Apart from Hindi films, she also appeared in a few Punjabi movies. Veena was known for playing strong and impactful roles, often portraying characters that were ahead of their time. In addition to acting, she was also an accomplished singer and dancer. Veena was honored with the prestigious Padma Shri award in the year 1969 for her contribution to Indian cinema.
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Nalini Jaywant
Nalini Jaywant (February 18, 1926 Mumbai-December 20, 2010 Chembur) was an Indian actor.
She began her acting career in 1944 with her debut film Kadambari. She acted in more than 50 films in her career that spanned over four decades. Nalini Jaywant gained popularity for her roles in films like Rahi, Nastik, Shikast, and Munimji. She received critical acclaim for her performance in the film Amar Bhoopali which also won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film. In 1951, she was the first Indian actress to receive the Best Actress Award at an international film festival for her performance in the film Torment. She retired from acting in the 1970s and lived a quiet life in Mumbai until her death in 2010.
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Varalakshmi G.
Varalakshmi G. (September 13, 1926 Ongole-November 25, 2006 Chennai) a.k.a. Garikipati Varalakshmi, Garikapati Varalaxmi, Garikapati Varalakshmi or G. Varalakshmi was an Indian actor, singer and film director.
She predominantly worked in Tamil cinema, but also acted in Telugu and Kannada films.
Varalakshmi was born in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh and began her career as a singer. She became famous for her rendition of the song "Thiruppavai" in the film "Nandanar" (1954). Later on, she transitioned to acting and starred in several films alongside popular actors like M. G. Ramachandran, Sivaji Ganesan and Gemini Ganesan.
Apart from acting and singing, Varalakshmi also directed a few films in the 1960s and 1970s. Her most notable work as a director is the film "Kuzhandaiyum Deivamum" (1965), which won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil.
Varalakshmi's contributions to Tamil cinema were recognized with the Kalaimamani award by the Government of Tamil Nadu in 1979. She passed away in Chennai in 2006 at the age of 80.
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Begum Para
Begum Para (December 25, 1926 Jhelum-December 9, 2008 Mumbai) was an Indian actor. She had one child, Ayub Khan.
Begum Para was one of the most prominent actors of the Indian film industry during the 1950s and 1960s. She began her career in 1947 with the film "Hamari Baat" and went on to appear in more than 50 films in a career spanning over two decades. She was known for her exceptional acting skills and was often cast in supporting roles alongside top actors such as Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor. Some of her notable films include "Boond Jo Ban Gayi Moti", "Baap Re Baap", and "Arzoo". After her marriage to actor Nasir Khan, she took a break from acting but returned to the screen after their separation. Begum Para passed away in Mumbai in 2008 at the age of 81. Her contribution to Indian cinema will always be remembered.
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Manorama
Manorama (August 16, 1926 Lahore-February 15, 2008 Charkop) otherwise known as Erin Isaac Daniel, Manorma, Erin Issac Daniels or Baby Iris was an Indian actor. Her child is called Rita Haksar.
Manorama began her acting career in 1936 with the Tamil film "Miss Kamala". She went on to act in over 1,500 films in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Hindi, and Malayalam cinema. Her most famous roles were in films like "Bhakta Kuchela", "Thiruvilayadal", and "Karnan".
In addition to her acting career, Manorama was also a playback singer and dubbed for other actresses. She won several awards for her performances, including the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1982 for the film "Sankarabharanam".
Manorama was also involved in philanthropic work, and was known for her generosity and kindness within the film industry. She passed away in February 2008 due to a heart attack.
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