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Rekha

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Birthdate

1954-10-10 (Age: 72)

Place of Birth

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Rekha

Biography

Bhanurekha Ganesan (born 10 October 1954), better known by her stage name Rekha, is an Indian actress who appears predominantly in Hindi films. Acknowledged as one of the finest actresses in Indian cinema, she has starred in more than 180 films and is the recipient of several accolades, including one National Film Award and three Filmfare Awards. She has often played strong and complicated female characters—from fictional to literary—in both mainstream and independent films. Though her career has gone through certain periods of decline, Rekha has gained a reputation for reinventing herself numerous times and has been credited for her ability to sustain her status. In 2010, the Government of India honored her with Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honor.

Filmography (154)

⭐ 3.6 Role: Special Appearance

Yamla Pagla Deewana: Phir Se

2018
⭐ 6.1 Role: Self

Shamitabh

2015
⭐ 6.8 Role: Bharti Bhatia (Chunni)

Super Nani

2014
⭐ 8.5 Role: Amrit Kaur

Sadiyaan: Boundaries Divide... Love Unites

2010
⭐ 7.1 Role: Self

Om Shanti Om

2007
⭐ 6.5 Role: Sonia Mehra

Krrish

2006
⭐ 0 Role: Mayuri

Kudiyon Ka hai Zamaana

2006
⭐ 6.5 Role: Moulin Rouge Singer

Parineeta

2005
⭐ 4.5 Role: Rukmini / Richa / Gurpreet

Bachke Rehna Re Baba

2005
⭐ 7.0 Role: Sonia Mehra

Koi... Mil Gaya

2003
⭐ 6.0 Role: Sarita

Bhoot

2003
⭐ 5.7 Role: Saritaji

Dil Hai Tumhaara

2002
⭐ 7.1 Role: Ramdulaari

Lajja

2001
⭐ 5.7 Role: Kamini Mathur

Mujhe Meri Biwi Se Bachaao

2001
⭐ 5.5 Role: Mandira Devi

Zubeidaa

2001