Mumtaz beauty, grace and show-stopping fashion appearances on screen, combined with her numerous performances on the silver screen, have made her one of the most iconic and finest actresses of Bollywood. She still reigns supreme through her unforgettable roles.
On the occasion of this timeless beauty’s birthday, let’s explore exclusive throwback stories of the evergreen actress by celebrating her unmissable beauty and the kind gestures she is appreciated for.
Mumtaz’s Love Story with Shammi Kapoor Turned Into a ‘Nightmare’
Superstar Shammi Kapoor and Mumtaz were deeply in love, but their relationship did not succeed. In an exclusive interview with Lehren, the ‘Yahoo’ star once said, “Mumtaz was a pretty little girl. For a short while, we both had dreams and then it turned into a nightmare.” They didn’t marry because the Kapoor family didn’t want their women to work in the film industry and Mumtaz wasn’t ready to leave her happening career.
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Love Story With Legendary Filmmaker Yash Chopra
Few people know that Mumtaz was madly in love with one of Bollywood’s most celebrated directors, Yash Chopra. Yash Chopra also loved her, who also signed her in his film ‘Aadmi Aur Insaan’, where their love story blossomed. However, when Yash Chopra’s elder brother BR Chopra went to Mumtaz’s home to arrange their marriage, it didn’t happen. She was about to reach the peak of her career and her parents didn’t want her to marry at that moment, leading to their love story remaining unfulfilled.
Mumtaz Offered Her Mercedes to Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan and Mumtaz were both top actors in Bollywood. The actress used to arrive on sets in her luxurious Mercedes car. While shooting with the ‘Shahenshah’ for ‘Bandhe Haath’, Amitabh dreamt of owning a similar four-wheeler. Hearing this, Mumtaz offered her Mercedes to Amitabh to use for as long as he wished. This kind gesture from the actress shocked everyone, but it is a lovely moment that Big B continues to talk about.
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Why Mumtaz Was Called the ‘Stunt Heroine’?
Mumtaz initially received side roles but soon started doing action films with Dara Singh, known for his hulk-like physique and action portrayals onscreen. She starred with him in several hit films, which was unusual at a time when heroines rarely did action sequences. This affected her career, as many other actors didn’t wanted to work with an action heroine. However, she did not get discouraged, earning her the tag of ‘action heroine’. This showcased her versatility, setting her apart even today for trying things that were unconventional in that era.
When Dev Anand Fought With the Indian Film Industry for Mumtaz
From audiences to artists in the Indian film industry, everyone was enamored by Mumtaz, her beauty and her onscreen aura. One of her admirers was legend Dev Anand, who fought with the whole Indian film industry to cast Mumtaz in his films. They first starred together in ‘Tere Mere Sapne’, which made Dev Anand eager to cast her in more of his films. However, Mumtaz had already signed seven films at that time and actors could only sign their eighth film after completing the previous ones. This led Dev Anand to go to great lengths to cast her in his films.
Mumtaz remains a cherished figure in Bollywood, not only for her unforgettable roles but also for her remarkable kindness and resilience. As we celebrate her birthday, we honor the legacy of an actress who has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema.
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