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Rekha

Rekha

Actor · Born 1954-10-10 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Biography

Bhanurekha Ganesan (born 10 October 1954), better known by her stage name Rekha, is an Indian actress who appears predominantly in Hindi films. Acknowledged as one of the finest actresses in Indian cinema, she has starred in more than 180 films and is the recipient of several accolades, including one National Film Award and three Filmfare Awards. She has often played strong and complicated female characters—from fictional to literary—in both mainstream and independent films. Though her career has gone through certain periods of decline, Rekha has gained a reputation for reinventing herself numerous times and has been credited for her ability to sustain her status. In 2010, the Government of India honored her with Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honor.

Movies & TV Shows

  1. Om Shanti Om (2007) — Self
  2. Krrish (2006) — Sonia Mehra
  3. Koi... Mil Gaya (2003) — Sonia Mehra
  4. Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love (1997) — Rasa Devi, teacher of the Kama Sutra
  5. Gol Maal (1979) — Self
  6. Shamitabh (2015) — Self
  7. Parineeta (2005) — Moulin Rouge Singer
  8. Bhoot (2003) — Sarita
  9. Dil Hai Tumhaara (2002) — Saritaji
  10. Muqaddar Ka Sikandar (1978) — Zohrabai
  11. Comedy Nights with Kapil (2013) — Self
  12. Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi (1996) — Madam Maya
  13. Umrao Jaan (1981) — Amiran/Umrao Jaan
  14. Silsila (1981) — Chandni
  15. Lajja (2001) — Ramdulaari
  16. Chashme Buddoor (1981) — Self
  17. Namak Haraam (1973) — Shyama
  18. Zubeidaa (2001) — Mandira Devi
  19. The Great Indian Kapil Show (2024) — Self
  20. Khubsoorat (1980) — Manju Dayal
  21. Khoon Bhari Maang (1988) — Aarti Saxena / Jyoti
  22. Janbaaz (1986) — Special Appearance
  23. Yamla Pagla Deewana: Phir Se (2018) — Special Appearance
  24. Ram Balram (1980) — Shobha
  25. Ijaazat (1987) — Sudha
  26. Suhaag (1979) — Basanti
  27. Kasme Vaade (1978) — Dancer (Guest Appearance)
  28. Mr. Natwarlal (1979) — Shanno
  29. Biwi Ho To Aisi (1988) — Shalu S. Bhandari
  30. Bulandi (2000) — Lakshmi
  31. Nagin (1976) — Sunita
  32. Woh Main Nahin (1974)
  33. Utsav (1984) — Vasantsena
  34. Super Nani (2014) — Bharti Bhatia (Chunni)
  35. Khoon Khoon (1973) — Rekha
  36. Agar Tum Na Hote (1983) — Mrs. Purnima Mehra
  37. Jaani Dushman (1979) — Champa
  38. Jaal (1986) — Meenabai
  39. Khoon Aur Paani (1981) — Champa
  40. Elaan (1971)