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Zohra Sehgal, Grand Old Lady Of Indian Cinema, Dies At 102


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Actress and former dancer Zohra Sehgal died at home in New Delhi today. She was 102.

Ms Sehgal, born on April 27, 1912, started her career as a dancer in choreographer Uday Shankar's troupe. From 1935 to 1943, she was a leading dancer with the troupe and performed across the world including in USA and Japan.\

As an actress, Ms Sehgal appeared in movies as varied as Bhaji on the Beach and Him Dil De Chuke Sanam. She last appeared in Saawariya, a 2007 release.

Zohra Sehgal received the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, among other awards

 

 

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