From being crowned Bollywood’s Dream Girl to delivering a wide range of unforgettable performances, Hema Malini remains one of Indian cinema’s most enduring and admired icons.
Her journey began in 1968 with Sapno Ka Saudagar opposite Raj Kapoor, followed by Abhinetri with Shashi Kapoor. Critics initially focused on her beauty, one even writing — “Abhinay kam, netri zyada!” — but soon, her poise and acting brilliance silenced all doubts.
Johny Mera Naam opposite Dev Anand made her a sensation and began a series of hits — Joshila, Ameer Garib, Jaaneman, Chhupa Rustam, and Shareef Badmash. With Dev Anand, she formed one of the most successful screen pairings of the 1970s.
And then came Dharmendra — her most celebrated co-star and later, life partner. Together they lit up the screen in Dream Girl, Jugnu, Raja Jani, Charas, Patthar Aur Payal, and of course, Sholay. Their romance, both reel and real, remains legendary in Bollywood history. They did almost over 30 films together .
Her roles in Andaz and Seeta Aur Geeta highlighted her impeccable comic timing and emotional depth. The Sippy association that began there reached its peak in Sholay, where as Basanti, Hema Malini became a cultural icon — vivacious, independent, and unforgettable.
In Gulzar’s Khushboo (1975), she played the quietly strong Kusum with remarkable sensitivity, while Meera (1979) and Razia Sultan (1983) reflected her courage to take on complex, unconventional roles.
She shared equally memorable screen chemistry with Rajesh Khanna (Prem Nagar, Kudrat), Amitabh Bachchan (Kasauti, Satte Pe Satta, Nastik, Baghban), and with Jeetendra (Waris,Kinara, Khushboo and many films down South).
She also set up her own Production HM creations and directed films like Sharara and Dil Aashna Hain.
For over five decades, Hema Malini has been more than a star — she’s been an inspiration, a symbol of grace, talent, and timeless beauty. Even today, when someone is complimented, the phrase lives on — “Apne aap ko Hema Malini samajhti hai!”
A three time and incumbent MP from Mathura she was also in the Rajya Sabha before that (2003-2009)
Here’s wishing Hema ji a very Happy Birthday — may our Dream Girl continue to shine forever with elegance and charm.
Long live our Dream Girl!
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