Born:
July 31, 1947
Birthplace: Bombay, Bombay Presidency, British India
Trivia:
Was born to Abdul Saleem Askari (a dry fruit vendor) and Shadi Habib Agha (an Iranian of Afghan descent), who divorced when she was just one year old. Lived with her maternal grandmother and aunt after her parents' divorce. Entered the film industry along with her sister Malika when her family was going through a financial crisis. Got her first break as a child artist in the Hindi film Sanskar (1952). Made her debut as an adult opposite Dara Singh in Faulad (1963). Had an affair with Bollywood actor Shammi Kapoor when she was only 18 years old. Lost her mother during the shooting of Boond Jo Ban Gaye Moti (1967). Married the business tycoon Mayur Madhwani at age 26 and migrated to London. Was first offered the role of Dev Anand's sister in Hare Rama Hare Krishna (1971), which she refused to become the lead heroine. Starred in Bandhe Haath (1973) opposite Amitabh Bachchan who played double role for the first time ever.