Noted film, theatre and television personality, Zohra Sehgal celebrates her 100th birthday today. It should be celebration time for the entire nation because she's a valuable gem, by virtue of her tireless contribution to India's art and culture.
Born a year before Indian cinema, her zest for life, wit and charm remain unmatched as she continues to inspire generations. In 1994, she was diagnosed with cancer but she'd fought it off clearly depicting her inner strength! She articulates well and hasn't let age dampen her spirit even a wee bit - in fact, as someone has rightly put it, she's a livewire!!
I've seen her in the Hindi fims, 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam', 'Dil Se' and as Mr. Bachchan's bindaas mom in 'Cheeni Kum'. She's also had a stint on the international entertainment arena beginning in the mid '60s. For her lifetime contribution, a grateful nation had bestowed its civilian honours twice - Padma Shri in 1998 and Padma Vibhushan in 2010.
What do I wish her on this special day other than offer my humble prayers, like millions of other Indians, for her continued well being? May she continue to entertain us in her inimitable style.
Born a year before Indian cinema, her zest for life, wit and charm remain unmatched as she continues to inspire generations. In 1994, she was diagnosed with cancer but she'd fought it off clearly depicting her inner strength! She articulates well and hasn't let age dampen her spirit even a wee bit - in fact, as someone has rightly put it, she's a livewire!!
I've seen her in the Hindi fims, 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam', 'Dil Se' and as Mr. Bachchan's bindaas mom in 'Cheeni Kum'. She's also had a stint on the international entertainment arena beginning in the mid '60s. For her lifetime contribution, a grateful nation had bestowed its civilian honours twice - Padma Shri in 1998 and Padma Vibhushan in 2010.
What do I wish her on this special day other than offer my humble prayers, like millions of other Indians, for her continued well being? May she continue to entertain us in her inimitable style.
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