Zohra Sehgal

Biography

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, television shows, and Bollywood productions in a career that spanned over eight decades.

Known For

Career Timeline

19431952196119701979198819972008
  1. 2008
    Inquilab

    Narrator • Acting

  2. 2007
    Saawariya

    Lilian • Acting

  3. 2007
  4. 2005
    The Mistress of Spices

    First Mother (as Zohra Segal) • Acting

  5. 2005
  6. 2005
    Chicken Tikka Masala

    Grandmother • Acting

  7. 2004
    Veer-Zaara

    Zahida 'Bebe' Hayaat Khan • Acting

  8. 2003
    Saaya

    Sister Martha • Acting

Zohra Sehgal - Aperture