The girl in photo was once Bollywood's superstar, was highest paid actress, lost all money, was unable to pay hospital bill, died due to...
The girl in photo was once Bollywood's superstar, was highest paid actress, lost all money, was unable to pay hospital bill, died due to...
Meena Kumari was one of the most celebrated actresses of her time. Known as the 'Tragedy of Queen' of Indian cinema, her life was marked by incredible talent, deep anguish and a tragic end. One the highest-paid actresses of her time, Meena Kumari's filmography includes some of the most iconic films including Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, Aarti, Baiju Bawra, Parineeta, and Main Chup Rahungi.
The actress died of cirrhosis of the liver at the age of 39. Her last days were marked by illness and solitude. She was also struggling financially, so much so, that her family didn't have Rs 3500 to pay at the hospital after she passed away.
In a throwback interview with a news portal, Director Bimal Roy's daughter Rinki Roy Bhattacharya revealed that Meena Kumari breathed her last on the afternoon of March 31, 1972 at 3:25 pm in St Elizabeth's nursing home. During that time, the actress and her family was penniless. They were required to have Rs 3500 to release her body. Rinki further said that the doctor had to support them so that the family could inhume the remains.
Despite garnering success in professional world, Meena Kumari's personal life was full of challenges. Her marriage to Kamal Amrohi was marked by conflict and unhappiness. According to reports, Amrohi was abusive and controlling, which led to emotional distress in Meena's life. Her struggles with alcohol began following their separation, which ultimately started affecting her health.
By the time of her death, Meena Kumari didn't have enough money to pay her medical bills, and her lack of financial management left her in a terrible state.
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