A Tribute to Meena Kumari

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Published on March 31, 2013 1:41:30 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ijq214dqqjU

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Today, 31st March is the death anniversary of famous film actress Meena Kumari.Meena Kumari, born Mahjabeen Bano, was an Indian movie actress and poetess.Widely known as tragedy queen, she is regarded as one of the most prominent actresses to have appeared on the screens of Hindi Cinema. During a career spanning 30 years from her childhood to her death, she starred in more than ninety films, many of which achieved classic and cult status. Three weeks after the release of Pakeezah, Meena Kumari became seriously ill, and died on 31 March 1972 of liver cirrhosis.