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3 days ago
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'She had no...': Mumtaz reveals Meena Kumari sold her Mumbai bungalow due to...
Bollywood industry will forever be incomplete without its beautiful diva actresses. Whether it is Madhubala, Mumtaz, Rekha, or Zeenat Aman, Sridevi, all these actresses across generations have given superhit films and also changed the winds in the industry. One among these famous actresses was Meena Kumari. Meena was among the top actresses of her time. Every director wanted to cast her. The legendary actress did some of the iconic movies including Pakeezah, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, Baiju Bawra and more. Meena Kumari shared a very close relationship with actress Mumtaz. Recently, Mumtaz opened up about the rumour of Meena Kumari going bankrupt and that's why she sold her bungalow to her. In 1972, Meena Kumari was a part of producer Saawan Kumar Tak's new project Gomti Ke Kinare. However, during that time, the actress was battling with alcoholism and her health had taken a hit. Because of Meena's deteriorating health, the shoot of the film was extended, giving a financial dent to the producer. In order to help Saawan, Meena decided to sell her Bandra bungalow, and it was bought by none other than Mumtaz. However, as soon as the news went out, people started assuming that Meena Kumari went bankrupt. In an interview with Radio Nasha, Mumtaz shed light on the matter and said, 'There are a lot of misconceptions about this incident.' Explaining what happened, the veteran actress said, 'Saawan Kumar Tak was her good friend. While making the film, the project faced some financial issues. There was a shortage of funds.' Mumtaz was yet to get her remuneration for the film. Mumtaz said, 'During those days, I used to charge Rs 7.5 lakh per film. I was the highest-paid actress. They were yet to pay me about Rs 5 lakh. It was during this time, when an extremely sick Meena Kumari asked, 'Mumtaz, would you mind if I give you my bungalow instead of your due payment?' At first, I hesitated, because it was a home she had built for herself, but she kept saying that she wouldn't be around for much longer due to her illness. I eventually took it.' Mumtaz added, 'All the news which claims she went bankrupt and that is why she sold her bungalow are false. She just knew she doesn't have any family, so she thought she better give away that bungalow to me than leaving it abandoned. I guess that house was quite lucky for me. I did well in my career after moving in.'
India.com
27-05-2025
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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.
India.com
17-05-2025
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India's richest actor, once gave tough competition to Raj Kapoor, went bankrupt, Amitabh Bachchan spotted him ‘alone' at…, feared he would…, name was…
India's richest actor, once gave tough competition to Raj Kapoor, went bankrupt, Amitabh Bachchan spotted him 'alone' at..., feared he would..., name was... In 1950s, Bharat Bhushan was considered one of the finest actors of Indian cinema. He was a romantic heartthrob, who captivated his female fan following with undeniable charm and good looks. He has been a part of over 30 films and has given some extraordinary performances in movies like Baiju Bawra (1952), Anand Math (1952), Mirza Ghalib (1954) and Mud Mud Ke Na Dekh (1960), among others. During 1950s, Indian cinema was largely ruled by Raj Kapoor, Dev Anand and Dilip Kumar, but yet Bhushan made his mark and carved out a special place in audiences hearts. Born in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, in 1920, his father was a lawyer, and Bhushan was expected too, to take up the same profession. However, after completing his studies, he shifted Mumbai to pursue acting. He made his debut with Chitralekha in 1941. Following that, he struggled for commercial successes, until Baiju Bawra happened in 1952 opposite Meena Kumari. Following that, he acted in hit movies like Shri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (1954) and Barsaat ki Raat (1960) and became popular for portraying out-of-luck poets and musicians in his films. Success in Bharat Bhushan's life failed to sustain after he ventured into production. Along with his brother, he bankrolled the film Dooj ka Chand and met with massive monetary losses. To make ends meet, he was forced to take up minor roles. When that wasn't enough, he sold most of his properties and started living life of a recluse. One of the most prominent and richest stars of his time, he was reduced to the status of junior artist with movies like Humshakal and Pyar ka Devta. The superstar spot was then occupied by upcoming actors like Amitabh Bachchan, who once Bharat Bhushan claimed as his own. Big B recalled the time when he saw the yesteryear star standing at a bus stop, completely unnoticed and alone. In his blog, he wrote that he saw him standing in a queue to catch a bus. 'One morning for work I saw Bharat Bhushan, the great romantic heart throb of the 50's, hero of some of the most successful musicals of the times, standing in a queue at a bus stop! An ordinary citizen. Part of the crowd. Alone, unnoticed. No one recognizing him. No one knowing who he was.' Amitabh wrote. He continued, 'I wanted to stop and ask him into the car to drop him to his destination, but I could not muster enough courage. I feared I would embarrass him. And I drove on. But that visual has remained with me and will remain with me forever. It could happen to anyone. To any one of us.' Bharat Bhushan's forgotten and impoverished stated made Big B realise that how easily success and fame can slipper away.
India.com
14-05-2025
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This actress was abandoned by her father at an orphanage, became third wife of married man, was madly in love with Dharmendra, she was...
There are only a few actresses who are loved by the audience to this date, despite being gone for years. From Madhubala, Mumtaz, Sharmila Tagore, to Rekha, and many more, actresses from Bollywood earned a name for themselves. Similarly, there is another actress who, though no more with us, is immortal for the people of Indian cinema and her fans. Called the tragedy queen of cinema, the actress we are discussing is none other than Meena Kumari. The late actress has given several films to the industry including Kohinoor, Pakeezah, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, Pakeezah, and Baiju Bawra. While today Meena Kumari is counted as one of the renowned actresses, do you know that her past life had been filled with ups and downs? Yes, the actress was given the title of tragedy queen. She faced highs and lows throughout her career. Meena was born to Ali Baksh and Prabhavati Devi aka Iqbal Begum. While her father was a stage artist, her mother was a known actress. However, media reports indicate that Meena did not have a very bright and happy childhood. Even before she was born, her father was going through a financial crisis. The family had no money, and the situation became so critical that when Meena was born, her father did not have enough money to get her mother hospitalised and have a normal delivery. When Meena Kumari's Father Left Her at an… Reports also claim that Meena Kumari's father was not very happy with her birth. The family already had two daughters, and one more caused them concerns. Due to the financial crunch, Meena Kumari's father decided to leave her outside a Muslim orphanage as soon as she was born. But later, his heart melted in love for his daughter, and he brought Meena Kumari back. Coming to Meena Kumari's personal life, the actress tied the knot with a married man. Meena Kumari met famous filmmaker Kamal Amrohi on the sets of the film Tamasha in 1951. During the shoot of the film, the two came close and decided to get married. Meena became his third wife, and after 12 years of the relationship, the duo decided to separate. Meena Kumari and Her Love For Dharmendra After separating from her husband, media reports claim that Meena Kumari was deeply in love with Dharmendra. According to reports, during the affair, Meena Kumari got Dharmendra many films. It is also said that Meena Kumari had also put a condition in front of many directors to cast Dharmendra in the film.
