Madhuri Dixit

Modern 1984–present

The “Dhak Dhak” girl and one of Bollywood’s most beloved dancing stars, Madhuri Dixit ruled the 1990s with a radiant smile and electrifying dance numbers. Her performances balanced mass appeal with genuine acting range. She remains an enduring cultural icon and dance authority.

Honours: Padma Shri; six Filmfare Awards.

Filmography

The 1990s

1994

Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!

Family Musical Dir. Sooraj Barjatya

The wedding-video blockbuster that rewrote 90s box-office records.

Signature Roles

Devdas

Dil To Pagal Hai

Tezaab

Beta

Best known for: Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! · Devdas · Dil To Pagal Hai · Tezaab · Beta

Did You Know?

The song “Mere Sapno Ki Rani” from Aradhana was famously picturised on a moving toy train in Darjeeling.
Yash Raj Films, founded by Yash Chopra in 1970, grew into one of India’s largest film studios and home of the “Spy Universe.”
The three “Khans” of Bollywood — Shah Rukh, Salman and Aamir — were all born in 1965.

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