#GoldenFrames : Pictorial Biography of Madhubala, Bollywood’s timeless beauty! - When we think about beautiful

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When we think about beautiful Indian women, several of our favourite Bollywood stars come to our minds. However, when one thinks of unparalleled, timeless beauty, the only one name every Indian cinema lover will mention without giving it a second thought is Madhubala. She is often remembered for her mischievous smile, her grace and her ability to win hearts with her performances. But, do we know enough about this legendary actress who was a mystery to the world at the time.

In This Pic : Madhubala

Pic Courtesy : BCCL

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With hope and dreams in her eyes, child artist Mumtaz Jehan Begum Dehlavi, popularly known as Baby Mumtaz, set out to make a permanent place for herself in the Indian film industry in the pre-independence era.

In This Pic : Madhubala

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At the age of nine, this young actor with sky-high ambition became the bread winner of her family. She was the fifth of the eleven children to parents Ataullah Khan and Aayesha Begum.

In This Pic : Madhubala

Pic Courtesy : BCCL

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Ataullah Khan, who was conservative and disciplined, was initially reluctant to let his daughter join the film industry. However, destiny had other plans for Baby Mumtaz.

In This Pic : Madhubala

Pic Courtesy : BCCL

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It was her role in the 1942 film 'Basant' that helped her rise to prominence. Yesteryear actress Devika Rani, who's known as the first lady of Indian cinema, was immensely impressed by this wide eyed beauty and advised her to use the name Madhubala.
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