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Hema Malini
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Malini in 2023
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| Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha | |
| Assumed office 16 May 2014 |
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| Preceded by | Jayant Chaudhary |
| Constituency | Mathura, Uttar Pradesh |
| Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha | |
| In office 4 March 2011 – 2 April 2012 |
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| Preceded by | M. Rajasekara Murthy |
| Succeeded by | Basavaraja Patil Sedam |
| Constituency | Karnataka |
| In office 16 November 2003 – 15 November 2009 |
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| Nominated by | A. P. J. Abdul Kalam |
| Preceded by | Shabana Azmi |
| Succeeded by | Javed Akhtar |
| Constituency | Nominated (Arts) |
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| Born | 16 October 1948 Ammankudi, Madras Province, Dominion of India (present-day Tamil Nadu, India) |
| Political party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
| Other political affiliations |
National Democratic Alliance |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 2, including Esha Deol |
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| Awards | Padma Shri (2000) |
| Other names | Dream Girl |
| Years active | 1963–present |
Hema Malini (born 16 October 1948) is a famous Indian actress, director, producer, and politician. She is known for her work in Hindi films. Many people call her the "Dream Girl" because of her beauty and talent.
Hema Malini has starred in many popular movies. She often played both funny and serious roles. She is one of the most successful leading actresses in Indian cinema. Besides acting, she is also a member of the Lok Sabha, which is part of India's Parliament. She has represented the Mathura area since 2014.
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Early Life and Family
Hema Malini was born in Ammankudi, which is now in Tamil Nadu, India. Her parents were Jaya Lakshmi and VSR Chakravarti Iyengar. She went to school in Chennai and studied until the 11th grade. After that, she decided to become an actress. She follows the Hindu religion.
Hema Malini married actor Dharmendra in 1980. They first acted together in the film Tum Haseen Main Jawaan in 1970. Hema Malini and Dharmendra have two daughters, Esha Deol (born 1981) and Ahana Deol Vohra (born 1985). Both of their daughters are also trained dancers.
Hema Malini became a grandmother when her younger daughter, Ahana, had her first child in 2015. Ahana also had twin girls in 2020. Her elder daughter, Esha, had a daughter in 2017 and another in 2019.
Film Career
Hema Malini started her acting journey in the 1960s. She became a very popular actress in the 1970s and 1980s.
Early Acting Days (1960s-1970s)
Hema Malini had small roles in films like Pandava Vanavasam (1965). In 1968, she got her first main role in Sapno Ka Saudagar with Raj Kapoor. This is when she started being called the "Dream Girl."
Becoming a Star (1970s)
In the 1970s, Hema Malini became a leading actress. She starred in Johny Mera Naam (1970). Her role in Seeta Aur Geeta (1972) was very famous. She played two different characters in this comedy film and won an award for it.
She also acted with Dharmendra in many successful films. Some of these include Sholay (1975), Sanyasi, and Dharmatma. Sholay is one of the most well-known Indian films ever made.
Continued Success (1980s-1990s)
In the 1980s, Hema Malini continued to star in big movies. Films like Kranti, Naseeb, and Satte Pe Satta were very popular. She often played strong female characters.
She also directed and produced films. In 1992, she directed Dil Aashna Hai, which starred Shah Rukh Khan. She later directed Mohini in 1995. After this, she focused more on dancing and television.
Recent Films (2000s-Present)
After a break, Hema Malini returned to films with Baghban (2003). She received an award nomination for her role in this movie. She also appeared in films like Veer-Zaara (2004) and Baabul (2006).
Her most recent film is Shimla Mirchi, which was released in 2020. In 2021, she received the Indian Film Personality of the Year Award.
Political Career
Hema Malini is also a well-known politician. In 2004, she officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). From 2003 to 2009, she was a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, which is the upper house of India's Parliament. She was nominated by the President of India, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam.
In 2014, Hema Malini won the election for the Lok Sabha from the Mathura area. She won again in the 2019 elections. In 2024, she won the Mathura seat for the third time, showing her strong support from the people.
Helping Others
Hema Malini cares about animals and supports the animal rights group PETA India. She has asked for horse carriages to be banned from busy streets. She also urged the government to ban bullfighting because it can be harmful to animals. PETA named her their "PETA Person of the Year" in 2011. She is a vegetarian and believes her food choices help the planet and animals.
Other Works
Dance
Hema Malini is a highly trained Bharatanatyam dancer. Her daughters, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol, are trained in Odissi dance. They have performed together in dance shows for charity. She has also performed at famous dance festivals like the Khajuraho Dance Festival.
She has learned other dance styles too, like Kuchipudi and Mohiniattam. She has played many dance roles, including characters from the ancient Indian story Ramayana. In 2024, she played Sita in a play about the Ramayana for the opening of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
Hema Malini also runs her own dance school called Natya Vihar Kalakendra.
Television
Hema Malini has directed and produced TV shows for Doordarshan, a national television channel. She also hosted a weekly show called Rangoli.
She has acted in TV series like Jai Mata Ki (1999), where she played the goddess Durga. She also starred in Kamini Damini, playing twin sisters, and Noopur, a show she directed about a Bharatanatyam dancer.
Other Roles
Hema Malini was the editor of New Woman and Meri Saheli, which are magazines for women. In 2000, she became the first female chairperson of the National Film Development Corporation of India. She has also been a brand ambassador for companies like Kent RO Systems and Pothys.
Legacy and Impact
Hema Malini is considered one of the best actresses in Hindi cinema. She is admired for her acting skills, dancing, beauty, and style. In the 1970s and early 1980s, she was one of the highest-paid actresses. She was often called the "Dream Girl" of Bollywood.
Many people remember her for her unique style, like her polka dot blouses. She has been included in lists of beautiful faces and iconic performances in Bollywood history. In 2013, she was ranked among the "Greatest Bollywood Stars" in a UK poll. She has received many awards for her contributions to Indian cinema and entertainment.
Several books have been written about Hema Malini's life and career.
Filmography
Accolades
Hema Malini has received many awards and nominations throughout her career. She won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her role in Seeta Aur Geeta (1972). In 1999, she received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award for her long and successful career.
See also
In Spanish: Hema Malini para niños
- List of awards and nominations received by Hema Malini
- List of Indian film actresses
