Veena

Veena

Deceased · Born: Jul 4, 1924 · Died: Nov 14, 2004

Personal Details

BornJul 4, 1924 Quetta, Baluchistan Agency, Pakistan
Relatives
  • Natasha (Niece or Nephew)

Biography

Veena Kumari, a renowned Indian actress, was born Tajour Sultana on July 4, 1926, in the city of Quetta, located in the province of Baluchistan, Pakistan, at the time of her birth.

Her early life and background...

Tajour Sultana, later known as Veena Kumari, was destined to make a lasting impression on the Indian film industry, and her birth in Quetta, Pakistan, marked the beginning of a remarkable journey.

Veena Kumari's career...

With her debut in the Indian film industry, Veena Kumari quickly established herself as a talented and versatile actress, captivating audiences with her remarkable performances.

Personal life...

Little is known about Veena Kumari's personal life, but it is evident that her dedication to her craft and her passion for acting were the driving forces behind her success.

Legacy...

Veena Kumari's impact on the Indian film industry is undeniable, and her legacy continues to inspire new generations of actors and actresses.

The life of Veena Malik, a remarkable individual, unfolded in a family that would eventually relocate to the vibrant city of Lahore. Chuna Mandi, a specific neighborhood within the city, served as her birthplace. Veena's personal life was marked by a significant union with actor and hero Al Nasir in the year 1947, resulting in the birth of two children.

Noted Pakistani film actress Veena, whose impressive body of work spanned across various cinematic endeavors, initially gained widespread recognition for her captivating performances in pre-partition Hindi and Urdu films. Directed by the esteemed Mehboob Khan, Veena took on the pivotal role of Lata in the Urdu film Garib, while also starring as the heroine opposite Shyam in the Punjabi film Gawandhi.

Throughout her illustrious career, Veena had the privilege of starring in numerous notable films, including Najma (1943),Phool (1945),and Humayun (1945),which not only showcased her exceptional acting prowess but also left an indelible mark on the Pakistani film industry.

Veena's cinematic journey came to a close with the release of Rajputani in 1946, a film that saw her assume a supporting role on the big screen. This marked the culmination of her professional endeavors prior to the pivotal event that would forever alter the course of Indian history, the Partition of India.

Veena's illustrious acting career spanned numerous prominent productions, with notable appearances in Halaku, a 1956 cinematic masterpiece, followed by Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi in 1958, Kaagaz Ke Phool in 1959, Taj Mahal in 1963, Do Raaste in 1969, and the iconic Pakeezah in 1972.

Throughout her distinguished career, Veena received widespread recognition and accolades, including the prestigious Filmfare's Award for Best Supporting Actress for her remarkable performance in the 1963 epic romance, Taj Mahal.

Veena, a renowned actress, brought her remarkable acting career to a close in 1983, following the release of the film "Razia Sultan" in the same year, in which she portrayed the esteemed role of Empress Shah Turkhan.

As the years went by, Veena's life took a solemn turn, as she succumbed to a prolonged illness on November 14, 2004, at the ripe age of 78.

Throughout her illustrious four-decade-long career, spanning from 1942 to 1983, Veena had the privilege of appearing in an impressive array of over 70 feature films.

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Career

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1980
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1977
The Chess Players
The Chess Players as Queen Mother
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1972
Pakeezah
Pakeezah as Nawabjaan
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Parichay
Parichay as Satidevi
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1959
Paper Flowers
Paper Flowers as Veena Varma / Veena Sinha
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1958