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Rakhee Gulzar, born on August 15, 1947 in Ranaghat, Nadia district, India, is an actor. That puts Rakhee Gulzar at 79 years old in 2026. Listed accolades include Padma Shri in arts (2003), National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress (2003), Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress (1974) and 1 more. Credited works include Daag, Tapasya and Karan Arjun.
My Take
Discovering Raakhee Gulzar felt like opening a chapter of Indian cinema history. Born on Independence Day in 1947, she dominated Hindi and Bengali screens through the 1970s and early 1980s, collecting two National Film Awards, three Filmfare trophies, and a Padma Shri. Her work in Daag and Karan Arjun is etched into a nation's memory, and few could match her command of maternal roles. What moves me is the sheer authority of an actress who helped define an era rather than chase a trend. I have nothing but reverence for performers who become part of a culture's permanent foundation.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Rakhee Gulzar
- Name (Japanese)
- ラキー・グルザール
- Reading
- らきー・ぐるざーる
- Born
- August 15, 1947 (age 79)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Leo / Boar
- Origin
- Ranaghat, Nadia district, India
- Occupation
- actor
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- 2003 Padma Shri in arts
- 2003 National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress
- 1974 Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress
- 1977 Filmfare Award for Best Actress
3. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | Daag | — | |
| Notable work | Tapasya | — | |
| Notable work | Karan Arjun | — | |
| Notable work | Shubho Mahurat | — |
4. Links
5. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Rakhee Gulzar born?
Born August 15, 1947 (age 79).
Where is Rakhee Gulzar from?
Rakhee Gulzar is from Ranaghat, Nadia district, India.
What does Rakhee Gulzar do?
Rakhee Gulzar works as actor.
What is Rakhee Gulzar known for?
Notable works include Daag, Tapasya, Karan Arjun.