Rekha is a legendary Indian actress who has mesmerized audiences with her top-notch performances for over six decades.
Rekha was born on October 10, 1954, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu and is considered one of the greatest actresses in the Indian film industry.
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- – Full name: Bhanurekha Ganesan
- – Nickname: Rekha
- – Date of Birth: October 10, 1954
- – Age: 69
- – Gender: Female
- – Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- – Nationality: Indian
- – Occupation: Actor
- – Height: 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
- – Parents: Gemini Ganesan (father), Pushpavalli (mother)
- – Siblings: Seven sisters and one brother
- – Spouse: Mukesh Aggarwal
- – Children: None
- – Relationship status: Single
- – Net worth: $40 million
Early life and education
Rekha, 69, was born to Gemini Ganesan and Pushpavalli in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India on October 10, 1954. Her father is a famous actor and her mother is an actress and dubbing singer.
Rekha has seven sisters and one brother. She grew up in a culturally rich and intellectually enriching environment which helped to develop her artistic inclinations at an early age. Rekha started acting at the age of 15 and her early films include “Sawan Bhadon” (1970) and “Gora Aur Kala” (1972).
Personal life
In 1990, Rekha married businessman Mukesh Aggarwal, but the marriage ended with his suicide in 1991. Rekha has also had affairs with several actors, including Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Mehra.
Despite the controversy, Rekha has maintained her dignity and grace and is highly respected in the Indian film industry.
Profession
Rekha’s acting career spans over 60 years. Her debut film was “Sawan Bhadon” (1970). She gained recognition for her breakthrough film, Khubsoorat (1980) She won the Indian Film Audience Award for Best Actress for this film.
Since then, Rekha has starred in many iconic films including “Umrao Jaan” (1981), “Khoon Bhari Maang” (1988) and “Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi” (1996).
She has worked with some of the most renowned directors and actors in the industry, and her performances have won her critical acclaim and numerous awards.
Awards
- – National Film Award for Best Actress
- – Film Awards for Best Actress
- – Padma Shri
net worth
Rekha’s current net worth is estimated to be around $40 million, accumulated through her successful acting career, various endorsement deals, and her stint as a member of the Rajya Sabha (2012-2018).
dispute
Throughout her career, Rekha has been involved in several controversies, including an affair with Amitabh Bachchan and her marriage to Mukesh Aggarwal, which ended with his suicide.
Yet, Rekha always maintained her integrity and commitment to work and family.
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Filmography
- – Savan Patton
- – Kubsurat
- – Umrao Jaan
- – Khun Bali Maang
- – Shiradiyon Ka Shiradi
