Hema Malini Turns 60 But HemaMalini Feels 16
Hema Malini who juggles different roles with aplomb, turns 60 on Thursday but says she still feels 16 at heart.
"I feel 16 at 60. I guess age has nothing to do with creativity, but it certainly has a lot to do with maturity and dedication. I have lived life on my own terms and conditions and now when I look back, I feel happy about all the decisions I have taken," Hema said in a statement released here on Wednesday.
The actress, who is also a Bharatanatyam dancer-choreographer, plans to start her special day by offering prayers at the famed Tirupati Temple in Andhra Pradesh with daughters Esha and Ahana Deol.
"The best way to celebrate one's birthday is by praying to the lord for peace and harmony in the world. In times of terrorism and global financial depression, I guess we can only find peace in our prayers," Hema said.
Known for her memorable performances in films like Johnny Mera Naam, Seeta aur Geeta, Jugnu, Sholay, Dream Girl, Satte Pe Satta, Khushboo and Baghban, the actress has had a successful film career spanning almost 40 years.
However, Hema's entry into films was not a cakewalk for her. In 1964, she was rejected by director for not having star appeal when she tried her luck in southern cinema.
Hema got her break in Sapnon ka Saudagar opposite Raj Kapoor in 1968 but became an overnight star with Johnny Mera Naam in 1970.
By 1972, she gained the status of the reigning Bollywood star and the success of her double-role in Seeta Aur Geeta fetched her the Filmfare award for best actress in 1973.
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