Madhubala's portrayal of Anarkali in the historical epic drama Mughal-e-Azam (1960)—the highest-grossing film in India at the time—earned her widespread critical acclaim and her only …

In 1960, K. Asif's landmark film Mughal-e-Azam was released in India with Madhubala in the role of Anarkali and Dilip Kumar as Prince Salim. According to Katherine Butler Schofield, while as …

Feb 23, 2017 · However, during the pre-production stage of the film, Madhubala succumbed to her illness on February 23rd, 1969, and passed away, leaving behind a timeless …

May 13, 2024 · Her role as Anarkali set her apart from many of her contemporaries, and is still revered, decades after her death. But, Madhubala was not an enigma just because of the roles …

Feb 14, 2019 · Silent era star Sulochana played Anarkali twice (in 1928 and 1935) while in a 1953 version, Bina Rai was the bewitching courtesan in whose blind love Prince Salim, the future …

Jul 6, 2023 · The Anarkali suit, originating from the Mughal era, has remained a timeless classic and popular garment for decades. Its fame in the Indian fashion industry soared when …

Feb 14, 2023 · But perhaps her most significant appearance was in the film ‘Mughal-e-Azam’ in which she acted as Anarkali. Many critics say that this film completed her stardom and helped …

Sep 6, 2020 · Dilip Kumar and Madhubala's electrifying chemistry has truly eternalized Salim-Anarkali's tragic romance. “While Bina Rai was the protagonist of S Mukherjee’s Anarkali, …

Feb 14, 2019 · Madhubala, who is widely remembered for playing the role of Anarkali in the critically acclaimed film ‘Mughal-e-Azam,’ was also known as the “Marilyn Monroe of …

Feb 23, 2019 · Madhubala’s reclusiveness has inspired all kinds of wild rumours — one, published in an ‘unofficial biography’ after her death, claims Kishore Kumar kept her shackled …