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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Saira Banu remembers Mother Naseem Banu on death anniversary: ‘She was a constellation in her own right'
Veteran actor Saira Banu paid an emotional tribute to her late mother, Naseem Banu, on her death anniversary today, remembering her as not just Indian cinema 's first female superstar, but also as a pillar of strength who shaped her life and career. Taking to Instagram, Saira Banu shared heartfelt memories of her mother, often fondly called Pari Chehra for her legendary beauty. 'My beloved mother, Pari Chehra, was the brightest ple star, rather, she was a constellation in her own right. The first female superstar of Indian cinema, she lit up the screen with a charm that captivated millions. But behind that legendary beauty and fame was a soul rooted in resilience, grace, and boundless love,' she wrote. Reflecting on their early struggles, Banu recalled their small family and how life's challenges came knocking at an early age. 'We were a family of four — my grandmother Shamshad Abdul Waheed Khan, her sister Khurshid Begum, my elder brother Sultan Ahmed, and me. Life brought us face-to-face with hardship early on. At just sixteen, Appaji stepped into the role of our protector and guide. With a strength far beyond her years, she nurtured us with love and gave us the wings to rise,' she said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like USDJPY đang đi lên không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Naseem Banu's cinematic journey began with Sohrab Modi's Pukar , where she immortalised the role of Empress Noorjahan. Such was the magic of her portrayal that audiences reportedly removed their shoes before entering the theatre, as if stepping into a royal court. Saira Banu fondly remembered how icons like Dilip Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan described her mother as 'the most beautiful woman they had ever seen.' Yet, Banu emphasised that her mother's true beauty was reflected in her character. 'It was in her spirit — how she balanced tradition and modernity with grace. Though we were educated in London, she kept us firmly rooted in our Indian heritage. Every summer was spent in Bombay or Delhi, reconnecting with our roots,' she wrote. Saira Banu also credited her mother with shaping her film career, from encouraging her entry into cinema to styling her iconic look in Junglee , which went on to revolutionise make-up and fashion trends in Indian films. The post ended with a deeply personal remembrance of the day she lost her guiding light. 'And then came this day, June 18, 2002, the day my radiant queen left us, casting us into the darkest gloom of a life without her light.' Known for often sharing memories of her late husband Dilip Kumar and her illustrious family, Saira Banu's latest tribute is a testament to the legacy of strong, pioneering women in Indian cinema.
India Today
a day ago
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- India Today
My radiant queen: Saira Banu remembers mother Naseem Banu on her death anniversary
Veteran actor Saira Banu paid a heartfelt tribute to her mother, actor Naseem Banu, on her death anniversary. Sharing a beautiful throwback photo of the late actor on Instagram, Saira remembered her as a trailblazer in Indian cinema and a guiding light in her personal an emotional note, Saira Banu wrote, 'My beloved mother, Pari Chehra, was the brightest star, rather, she was a constellation in her own right. The first female superstar of Indian cinema, she lit up the screen with a charm that captivated millions. But behind that legendary beauty and fame was a soul rooted in resilience, grace, and boundless love."advertisementNaseem Banu, who began her career with Sohrab Modi's 'Pukar' as Empress Noorjahan, was widely admired for her stunning looks and powerful screen presence. Saira recalled, 'The impact was so powerful that audiences would remove their shoes before entering the cinema as if stepping into a real Mughal court. Icons like Dilip Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan have called her the most beautiful woman they had ever seen." Saira Banu's Instagram post for mother Naseem Banu on her death anniversary. (Photo Credit: Instagram/Saira Banu) Saira also reflected on her mother's influence, not just in film but in life. She wrote, 'Her beauty wasn't just skin-deep. It was in her spirit how she balanced tradition and modernity with grace (sic)." She remembered how, despite being educated in London, Naseem ensured that the family stayed connected to their Indian roots by spending summers in Bombay or strong and inspiring woman, Naseem Banu took on the role of protector early in life and later became a major influence in Saira Banu's decision to join the film industry. 'Her creative vision influenced my decision to pursue a career in film rather than following academics,' Saira her touching tribute, Saira wrote, 'And then came this day, June 18, 2002, the day my radiant queen left us, casting us into the darkest gloom of a life without her light."Saira Banu is known for her famous roles in hit films like 'Padosan' and 'Junglee'. She married superstar Dilip Kumar in 1966, and they shared a strong and loving bond until his death in 2021. Since then, she has mostly stayed away from the Reel
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
On Mother's Death Anniversary, Saira Banu Says She Was The ‘First Female Superstar' Of Indian Cinema
Last Updated: Naseem Banu started her Bollywood journey with Sohrab Modi's Pukar in which she essayed the role of Empress Noorjahan. Veteran actress Saira Banu commemorated the death anniversary of late mother, Naseem Banu. The actress resorted to Instagram for fond memories with her mother and posted a throwback picture of the late actress. In her heartfelt note, Saira Banu described how her mother raised her and her siblings while fighting against the odds. She also mentioned how her mother made her mark in the film industry and referred to her as the 'first female superstar.' Naseem Banu was one of the most successful stars of the 1930s and 1950s, renowned for her exceptional beauty and unrivalled talent. Naseem left a lasting legacy before her death in 2002. Saira Banu penned an emotional note remembering her late mother. The actress wrote, 'My beloved mother, Pari Chehra, was the brightest star, rather, she was a constellation in her own right. The first female superstar of Indian cinema, she lit up the screen with a charm that captivated millions. But behind that legendary beauty and fame was a soul rooted in resilience, grace, and boundless love." Naseem Banu started her Bollywood journey with Sohrab Modi's Pukar in which she essayed the role of Empress Noorjahan. Saira Banu added, 'The impact was so powerful that audiences would remove their shoes before entering the cinema as if stepping into a real Mughal court. Icons like Dilip Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan have called her the most beautiful woman they had ever seen." She went on to say that her mother was extremely influential in her career. Moreover, Saira Banu added, 'Her beauty wasn't just skin-deep. It was in her spirit how she balanced tradition and modernity with grace." She mentioned that despite being educated in London, her mother instilled a strong sense of Indian identity in them. They spent every summer in Bombay or Delhi, reconnecting with their roots. Her creative vision influenced Saira Banu's decision to pursue a career in film rather than following academics. Concluding her note, the veteran actress wrote, 'And then came this day, June 18, 2002, the day my radiant queen left us, casting us into the darkest gloom of a life without her light." In the heartfelt post, Saira Banu also noted how her mother became a protector for the family at a very young age and paved the way for her to make her own choices. First Published:
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Saira Banu remembers her late mother Naseem Banu with a heartfelt post: 'A soul rooted in resilience'
Veteran actress Saira Banu remembered her late mother Naseem Banu on her death anniversarry - who along with being the first female superstar of the country was also a graceful and lovable soul. The 'Padosan' actress penned on her official Instagram handle, "My beloved mother, Pari Chehra, was the brightest ple star, rather, she was a constellation in her own right. The first female superstar of Indian cinema, she lit up the screen with a charm that captivated millions. But behind that legendary beauty and fame was a soul rooted in resilience, grace, and boundless love." Saira Banu recalled how her mother took on the role of a protector for her grandmother, herself, and her brother at the tender age of sixteen. "We were a family of four my grandmother Shamshad Abdul Waheed Khan, her sister Khurshid Begum, my elder brother Sultan Ahmed, and me. Life brought us face-to-face with hardship early on. At just sixteen, Appaji stepped into the role of our protector and guide. With a strength far beyond her years, she nurtured us with love and gave us the wings to rise," she went on to say. 'He Called Me Tigress': Kajol Remembers Her Father's Love Shedding light on her cinematic journey, she revealed, "Her cinematic journey began with Sohrab Modi 's Pukar, where she portrayed Empress Noorjahan. The impact was so powerful that audiences would remove their shoes before entering the cinema as if stepping into a real Mughal court. Icons like Dilip Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan have called her the most beautiful woman they had ever seen." Sharing how her mother helped shape her path, Saira Babu added, "But her beauty wasn't just skin-deep. It was in her spirit how she balanced tradition and modernity with grace. Though we were educated in London, she kept us firmly rooted in our Indian heritage. Every summer was spent in Bombay or Delhi, reconnecting with our roots. When I chose cinema over further studies, it was her creative vision that shaped my path. She played a pivotal role in styling Junglee, redefining cinematic fashion, and revolutionizing make-up in Indian cinema innovations that became milestones in my career" "And then came this day, June 18, 2002, the day my radiant queen left us, casting us into the darkest gloom of a life without her light," she concluded recalling the horrific day she lost her mother.
India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Why did 1993 Miss India Namrata Shirodkar leave Bollywood? Did she sacrifice her career for husband, or it was...
Before choosing a quieter life away from the arc lights, Namrata Shirodkar had carved a niche with memorable performances in films like Vaastav and Pukar . She even made an international appearance alongside Aishwarya Rai in Bride and Prejudice . But while Bollywood had its doors wide open for her, Namrata drew her boundaries — and stuck to them firmly. In a throwback interview with Rediff, Namrata admitted to turning down multiple offers that required her to perform intimate or bold scenes. 'So many!' she said when asked if she was offered such roles. 'But I'm not comfortable doing such things. I will not kiss or make love on screen. I'm not desperate. Thank God I come from a safe background.' Her decision wasn't limited to just selective scripts. After marrying Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu in 2005, Namrata consciously chose to step away from acting altogether. Speaking to journalist Prema, she revealed, 'Mahesh was very clear about wanting a non-working wife. Even if I had a corporate job, he would have asked me to quit. We had something very special between us.' Namrata and Mahesh met on the sets of Vamsi in 2000, and while sparks flew early on, the couple kept their relationship under wraps for a while. The former Miss India (1993), crowned at just 21, eventually shifted her focus entirely to family life. Today, Namrata and Mahesh are parents to two children — their daughter Sitara, a budding social media star, and a son who has already made brief appearances in films. Namrata's on-screen journey may have been short, spanning just 14 films, but her graceful exit and steadfast choices continue to be remembered and respected.
