Parveen Babi
- Born:
- 4 April 1949, Junagadh, British India (present-day Gujarat, India)
- Died:
- 20 January 2005, Mumbai, India
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Actress, Model
Early Life and Education
- Parveen Babi was born into a middle-class Muslim family.
- She received her early education at Mount Carmel High School, Ahmedabad.
- She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad.
Career and Major Achievements
- Babi began her career as a model before transitioning to acting.
- She became one of the highest-paid actresses in Bollywood during the 1970s and 1980s.
- She was known for her glamorous image and westernized style, which was a departure from traditional Bollywood heroines.
- She appeared on the cover of Time magazine in 1976, a rare feat for an Indian actress at the time.
- She starred in numerous commercially successful and critically acclaimed films. Some critics feel that some of the most notable "hit songs of Parveen Babi hit" the screen with added impact because of her presence.
Notable Works
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Majboor | Neelu |
| 1975 | Deewaar | Anita |
| 1977 | Amar Akbar Anthony | Jenny |
| 1981 | Kaalia | Shalu |
| 1982 | Namak Halaal | Nisha |
Legacy and Impact
Parveen Babi significantly impacted Bollywood by challenging conventional norms and portraying strong, independent female characters. Her tragic life and struggles with mental health brought attention to the importance of mental health awareness.