Rekha
Born: 10 October 1954
Rekha is one of Indian cinema's most celebrated actresses, with over 200 films to her credit and a career spanning decades. Starting as a child actress in Telugu and Kannada films, she burst onto the Hindi film scene with Sawan Bhadon in 1970 and never looked back. The late 1970s and 1980s were her golden period, especially after her acclaimed performances in Ghar and Muqaddar Ka Sikandar solidified her status as a leading star. Throughout her career, she's earned a National Film Award and three Filmfare Awards, plus the prestigious Padma Shri in 2010. What really sets Rekha apart is her legendary ability to reinvent herself—she faced criticism early on and responded by completely transforming her craft, proving she had the talent to back up her ambition. What makes Rekha legendary is her refusal to be typecast. She's built her entire career on playing strong, complex female characters that required real acting chops, whether they were literary adaptations or bold indie projects. Her signature style—that iconic look with perfectly sculpted features—became as much a part of Bollywood culture as her on-screen presence. Even as her career has had its ups and downs, she's remained relevant by constantly pushing boundaries and challenging herself. Recent years have shown Rekha still commanding respect in the industry, proving that she's not just a relic of the 80s but a timeless talent who understands that reinvention is survival in Bollywood.
Filmography
Kartavya
2026
Super Nani
2014
Sadiyaan
2010
Udaan
2010
Yatra
2007
Kudiyon Ka Hai Zamana
2006
Krrish
2006
Bachke Rehna Re Baba
2005
Bhoot
2003
Koi... Mil Gaya
2003
Dil Hai Tumhaara
2002
Zubeidaa
2001
Mujhe Meri Biwi Se Bachaao
2001
Lajja
2001
Bulandi
2000
Mother
1999
Qila
1998
Aastha: In the Prison of Spring
1997
Aurat Aurat Aurat
1996
Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi
1996
Nishana
1995
Ab Insaf Hoga
1995
Madam X
1994
Geetanjali
1993
Yeh Aag Kab Bujhegi
1991
Phool Bane Angaray
1991
Mera Pati Sirf Mera Hai
1990
Sheshnaag
1990
Amiri Garibi
1990
Azaad Desh Ke Gulam
1990
Bhrashtachar
1989
Clerk
1989
Kasam Suhaag Ki
1989
Ladaai
1989
Souten Ki Beti
1989
Bahurani
1989
Ek Naya Rishta
1988
Biwi Ho To Aisi
1988
Soorma Bhopali
1988
Khoon Bhari Maang
1988
Khazana
1987
Sansar
1987
Pyaar Ki Jeet
1987
Ijaazat
1987
Jaan Hatheli Pe
1987
Apne Apne
1987
Musafir
1986
Locket
1986
Sadaa Suhagan
1986
D. Rama Naidu
1986
Janbaaz
1986
Insaaf Ki Awaaz
1986
Jaal
1986
Jhoothi
1985
Ram Tere Kitne Nam
1985
Bindiya Chamkegi
1984
Jhutha Sach
1984
Tarang
1984
Utsav
1984
Asha Jyoti
1984
Zameen Aasman
1984
Baazi
1984
Agar Tum Na Hote
1983
Nishaan
1983
Prem Tapasya
1983
Mujhe Insaaf Chahiye
1983
Mehndi Rang Layegi
1982
Narayana Rao Dasari
1982
Harnam Singh Rawail
1982
Vijeta
1982
Raaste Pyar Ke
1982
Jeevan Dhaara
1982
Ghazab
1982
Deedar-E-Yaar
1982
Khoon Aur Paani
1981
Kalyug
1981
Ghungroo Ki Awaaz
1981
Baseraa
1981
Chehre Pe Chehra
1981
Ek Hi Bhool
1981
Daasi
1981
Umrao Jaan
1981
Silsila
1981
Saajan Ki Saheli
1981
Ram Balram
1980
Khubsoorat
1980
Ved Rahi
1980
Neeyat
1980
Maang Bharo Sajana
1980
Agreement
1980
Jal Mahal
1980
Judaai
1980
Kali Ghata
1980
Aanchal
1980
Kartavya
1979
Prem Bandhan
1979
Suhaag
1979
Jaani Dushman
1979
Mr. Natwarlal
1979
Ahinsa
1979
Do Shikaari
1979
Muqabla
1979
Karmayogi
1978
Muqaddar Ka Sikandar
1978
Ganga Ki Saugandh
1978
Sultan Ahmad
1978
Aakhri Daku
1978
Do Musafir
1978
Ghar
1978
Parmatma
1978
Rahu Ketu
1978
Ram Kasam
1978
Saawan Ke Geet
1978
Kachcha Chor
1977
Anand Sagar
1977
Khoon Pasina
1977
Dildaar
1977
Immaan Dharam
1977
Alaap
1977
Aap Ki Khatir
1977
Chakkar Pe Chakkar
1977
Farishta Ya Qatil
1977
Ram Bharose
1977
Nagin
1976
Suntan
1976
Khalifa
1976
Kabeela
1976
Aaj Ka Mahaatma
1976
Do Anjaane
1976
Dharam Karam
1975
Zorro
1975
Kahte Hain Mujhko Raja
1975
Dafaa 302
1975
Aakraman
1975
Dharmatma
1975
Duniya Ka Mela
1974
Hawas
1974
Pran Jaye Par Vachan Na Jaye
1974
S. Ali Raza
1974
Woh Main Nahin
1974
Do Aankhen
1974
Namak Haraam
1973
Mehmaan
1973
Khoon Khoon
1973
Kashmakash
1973
Barkha Bahar
1973
Anokhi Ada
1973
Kotayya Pratyagatma
1973
Keemat
1973
Dharma
1973
Kahani Kismat Ki
1973
Double Cross
1972
Ek Bechara
1972
Raampur Ka Lakshman
1972
Gaon Hamara Shaher Tumhara
1972
Sazaa
1972
Gora Aur Kala
1972
Do Yaar
1972
Saaz Aur Sanam
1971
Elaan
1971
Dost Aur Dushman
1971
Haseenon Ka Devata
1971
Sawan Bhadon
1970
Street Singer
1938