Acting
Suraiya
Born June 15, 1929 · Lahore, Punjab, British India
Died January 31, 2004 · aged 74
Suraiya Jamal Sheikh (June 15, 1929 – January 31, 2004), known by her mononym Suraiya, was an Indian actress and playback singer who worked in Hindi and Urdu films from 1936 to 1964. Regarded among the finest and most accomplished actresses in the history of Indian cinema, as well as the first female star, she dominated the film industry between mid-to-late 1940s and early 1950s. She was the highe…
Known For
Yateem · 1945Yateem
★ 9.01945
Movie
A social drama centered on the life and struggles of an orphaned child. The film explore themes of vulnerability, resilience, the search for belonging, or the challenges faced by someone without familial support in society. It aim to evoke empathy and highlight societal responsibilities towards orphans.
Dard · 1947Dard
★ 8.01947
MovieDramaFamily
Indian classic starring Shyam Kumar, Nusrat and Munawar Sultana
Do Sitare · 1951Do Sitare
★ 10.01951
Movie
A wealthy, scheming rival attempts to halt the marriage of Prakash and Rani through blackmail, but the young lovers and their friend execute a cunning counter-scheme to expose the plot and ensure a double wedding.
Shair · 1949Shair
★ 7.01949
MovieRomance
A poet who has spent life in the village with his childhood sweetheart goes to Bombay to meet a fan of his who is also a popular radio singer.
Duniya · 1949Duniya
★ 8.01949
MovieDramaRomance
Directed by S.F. Hasnain, Duniya (1949) is a classic social drama from the golden era of Indian cinema. It explores themes of justice, class struggle, and the moral complexities of the legal system.
Tadbir · 1945Tadbir
★ 10.01945
MovieDramaFamily
A man's birth is foretold by an astrologer: he will follow a prostitute, wield a knife, and face the gallows. These prophecies come true in unexpected ways, as he finds salvation through a sacrificing prostitute, becomes a surgeon, and battles personal demons, all while grappling with destiny.
Gajre · 1948Gajre
1948
MovieDramaRomance
The narrative follows the classic golden-age trope of a complicated love story. The romance between the characters played by Motilal and Suraiya is tested by rigid family hierarchies, societal expectations, and the pressures of arranged marriages
Lal Kunwar · 1952Lal Kunwar
★ 8.01952
MovieHorror
At midnight, a village magistrate (Jairaj) turns into a fanged killer in this cross between The Wolfman and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.















