Zohra Sehgal
Biography
Zohra Sehgal works in acting. Born April 27, 1912 in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. Archytele tracks 24 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
24 titles- The Bill (1984)
- Theatre 625 (1964) as Amma
- Veer-Zaara (2004) as Zahida 'Bebe' Hayaat Khan
- Mind Your Language (1977) as Mrs Singh
- The Jewel in the Crown (1984) as Lili Chatterjee
- Bend It Like Beckham (2002) as Biji
- Dil Se.. (1998) as Amar's Grandmother
- The Regiment (1972)
- Little Napoleons (1994) as Jayaben Shah
- Tandoori Nights (1985) as Gran
- Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999) as Dadi
- The Mistress of Spices (2005) as First Mother (as Zohra Segal)
- Saawariya (2007) as Lilian
- Caravaggio (1986) as Jerusaleme's Grandmother
- The Long Duel (1967) as Devi
- Anita and Me (2002) as Nanima
- The Guru (1969) as Mastani
- Bhaji on the Beach (1993) as Pushpa
- Chalo Ishq Ladaaye (2002) as Dadi
- Cheeni Kum (2007)
- Tales That Witness Madness (1973) as Malia (segment "Luau")
- Saaya (2003) as Sister Martha
- Shadey (1985) as Indian Cleaning Woman
- Dillagi (1999)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Zohra Sehgal best known for?
Zohra Sehgal is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Bill (1984), Theatre 625 (1964), Veer-Zaara (2004), Mind Your Language (1977).
When and where was Zohra Sehgal born?
Zohra Sehgal was born on April 27, 1912 in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.
How many credits does Zohra Sehgal have?
Zohra Sehgal has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2007.
What is Zohra Sehgal's background in cinema and television?
Zohra Mumtaz Sehgal (born Sahibzadi Zohra Mumtazullah Khan Begum; 27 April 1912 – 10 July 2014) was an Indian actress, dancer, and choreographer. Having begun her career as a member of a contemporary dance troupe, she transitioned into acting roles beginning in the 1940s. Sehgal appeared in several British films, telev...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Mind Your Language (1977) as Mrs Singh — aged about 65
- Veer-Zaara (2004) as Zahida 'Bebe' Hayaat Khan — aged about 92
- Theatre 625 (1964) as Amma — aged about 52
- Dil Se.. (1998) as Amar's Grandmother — aged about 86
- The Bill (1984) — aged about 72
- The Jewel in the Crown (1984) as Lili Chatterjee — aged about 72
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