Meena Kumari Birth Anniversary: Elegance and grace were reflected in the acting of Bollywood’s veteran actress Meena Kumari. She gave iconic films to the industry. Her films Pakeezah, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, Baiju Bawra were much talked about. Meena Kumari made people crazy with her expressions and dancing skills. But do you know that Meena Kumari used to hide her left hand in front of the camera?
Why did Meena hide her left hand?
According to DNA India’s report, Meena Kumari’s step son Tajdar Amrohi had told that on May 21, 1951, she was returning from Mahabaleshwar to Mumbai, when her car met with an accident. This was a major accident, due to which Meena Kumari had to stay in the hospital for several days. Her hand was injured in this accident and her little finger was broken. Due to this, the shape of her finger changed and it became round. This was the reason why Meena Kumari used to keep her hand hidden in front of the camera.
Meena Kumari was seen in these films
Talking about Meena Kumari’s career, Meena made her acting debut at the age of 4. She has done films like Ek Hi Bhool, Garib, Piya Ka Ghar, Madhosh, Kamasha, Beju Bawra, Parineeta, Do Bigha Zameen, Dana Paani, Ilzaam, Bandish, Naya Andaaz, Ek Hi Raasta, Shararat, Dil Apna Aur Preet Parayi, Bhabhi Ki Choodiyaan, Main Chup Rahungi, Aarti, Kinare Kinare, Kajal, Phool Aur Patthar, Manjhali Didi, Mere Apne.
In her personal life, Meena Kumari married director Kamal Amrohi. Before Meena, Kamal Amrohi was married to Mehmoodie. They had three children from this marriage.
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