
In 2008, the results of an Outlook poll listed her as the most celebrated actress in Bollywood's history.īorn and raised in Delhi, Madhubala relocated to Bombay with her family when she was eight years old and shortly after appeared in minor roles in a number of films. She featured prominently in the contemporary international media, acquiring a major following in the markets of South Asian, European and East African countries. One of the most globally recognised and highest-paid Indian entertainers during the 1950s, Madhubala was active in film for more than two decades and played roles in over 70 motion pictures, ranging from epic dramas to social comedies. Madhubala’s niece Sameena’s torture may have intensified after her brother passed away this year on January 8.Madhubala (born Mumtaz Jehan Begum Dehlavi 14 February 1933 – 23 February 1969) was an Indian actress and producer, known for her portrayals of strong-willed and independent characters, which have been credited for marking a significant departure from the preceding depictions of women in Hindi cinema. Perveez said, “I sent the money inside and the first thing she told me after her RTPCR was done was ‘Beta, do you know that Farook mar gaya? Main usko kabar mein dal ke aayi hoon. If this wasn’t enough, Kaniz Balsara did not even have enough funds to pay for her RTPCR (COVID) test when she arrived at Mumbai airport.

I had barely 8 hours to rush and be in Mumbai in time for the flight’s 8 pm arrival.” My cousin was informed around 12 noon on January 29. Parveez said, “Sameena chose to give him the message and not us. Moreover, the yesteryear actress’s younger sister Madhur Bhushan was also shocked by the treatment. However, the last five years she didn’t come to India as Farook felt it might not be safe given her age, as oxygen levels tend to fluctuate at higher altitudes. The latter came down to India twice a year.

Madhubala’s niece claimed that she often goes to New Zealand to visit her mother Kaniz Balsara. Sameena’s daughter (Kaniz’s granddaughter) is now married in Australia but she too treated my mom badly she was in fact there with her brother (Sameena has 2 children) when Mummy was made to leave the house and put on an aircraft.” My brother Farook had to get food for Mummy and Daddy from a nearby restaurant. Perveez further revealed, “She never cooked food for my parents at home.
