Madhubala

Acting

Madhubala

Born February 14, 1933 · Delhi, British India

Died February 23, 1969 · aged 36

Madhubala (born Mumtaz Jehan Dehlavi; February 14, 1933 – February 23, 1969) was an Indian film actress who is often regarded as the "Marilyn Monroe of India". The highest-grossing star of the 1950s, she was active between 1942 and 1960. She is also considered to be one of the most beautiful actresses to have worked in the industry and is highly regarded as "The Venus of Indian Cinema" and "The Be…

Known For

Mumtaz MahalMumtaz Mahal · 1944
Mumtaz Mahal
8.01944
MovieHistoryDrama
Mumtaz Mahal tells the story of Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal, tracing their deep love, her death during childbirth, and his grief that leads him to build the Taj Mahal in her memory.
Dhanna BhagatDhanna Bhagat · 1945
Dhanna Bhagat
10.01945
Movie
A spiritual journey of a young shepherd boy named Dhanna. Despite facing skepticism and challenges from his family and the local Zamindar, Dhanna's unwavering devotion to God leads him to perform miracles and ultimately triumph over adversity, showcasing the power of pure faith.
BadalBadal · 1951
Badal
7.51951
MovieRomance
A peasant and his followers take up banditry and rebellion in response to unjust taxation from wicked deputies of the King. Robin Hood style.
Chalti Ka Naam GaadiChalti Ka Naam Gaadi · 1958
Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi
6.21958
MovieComedy
Three woman-hating brothers face changes in their respective lifestyles when two of them fall in love.
Mughal-e-AzamMughal-e-Azam · 1960
Mughal-e-Azam
7.01960
MovieDramaRomance
In the 16th century, when Prince Salim falls in love with a beautiful courtesan named Anarkali, Emperor Akbar's disapproval leads to a battle between father and son.
KhazanaKhazana · 1951
Khazana
7.01951
MovieActionAdventure
A renowned but solitary singer discovers the true treasure of life when a forbidden romance with a wealthy patron's daughter forces her to choose between the glittering promise of fame and the genuine wealth of love.
NadaanNadaan · 1951
Nadaan
8.01951
MovieRomance
When a spoiled heiress runs away from her father's yacht to marry her wealthy fiancé, she is forced to rely on a cynical, jobless newspaper reporter to get her across India, inadvertently falling in love with him during their misadventures on the road.
BasantBasant · 1942
Basant
8.01942
MovieDramaMusic
Impoverished singers Uma and her brother Babul are discovered by Nirmal. Uma becomes a star and marries Nirmal, but his insecurity leads him to abandon her and their daughter, Manju. When he finds Uma back on stage, he abducts Manju. After years, the family reunites, and Uma returns to a homemaker role.

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