Waheeda Rehman is one of the most accomplished actresses of the 50s, 60s and 70s. In a career spanning over five decades, Waheeda is an inspiration to millions. Born on February 3, 1938, to a Deccani Muslim family in Tamil Nadu, Waheeda dreamt of becoming a doctor. However, due to her family’s financial struggles, the young Waheeda accepted the film offers she got.
Though Waheeda Rehman made her acting debut with the Telugu film, Rojulu Marayi in 1955, the actress rose to prominence after she collaborated with filmmaker, Guru Dutt in cult classics like Pyaasa, Kaagaz Ke Phool, Chaudhvin Ka Chand and Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam. Though Guru Dutt and Waheeda’s on-screen chemistry was admired by many, their off-screen camaraderie bloomed into an unforgettable love story.
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