Parveen Babi was a celebrated Indian actress and model who became one of the most glamorous and iconic stars of Bollywood in the 1970s and 1980s, admired for her modern outlook, striking beauty, and bold screen presence that broke traditional stereotypes of Hindi cinema heroines. Born on 4 April 1954 in Junagadh, Gujarat, she began her career as a model before entering films with Charitra (1973) and went on to deliver several blockbusters including Deewaar, Amar Akbar Anthony, Shaan, Kaala Patthar, and Namak Halaal, often starring opposite legends like Amitabh Bachchan and Shashi Kapoor. At the height of her fame, she was the first Indian actress to appear on the cover of Time magazine, symbolizing the changing face of Indian cinema. Despite her professional success, her personal life was turbulent, marked by failed relationships and long struggles with mental health, which eventually led her to withdraw from the limelight. She passed away on 20 January 2005 in Mumbai, leaving behind a legacy as one of Bollywood’s most enigmatic and unforgettable stars.
