Helen

Helen is known for Sholay (1975), Mohabbatein (2000), Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999).

Biography

Helen Ann Richardson Khan (born October 22, 1939), known by her mononym Helen, is an Indian former actress and dancer of Anglo-Indian and Burmese descent. In a career spanning 70 years, she has established herself as a prolific performer in Hindi cinema and appeared in over 1000 films. During her heydays, she was cited as one of the most popular nautch and cabaret dancers, and has been a recipient of two Filmfare Awards and a Padma Shri, awarded by the Indian Government. She has also been the inspiration for four films and a book. She even performed onstage in London, Paris, and Hong Kong. Officially announcing retirement in 1983, she has since been appearing in films as guest roles or cameos.

Questions about Helen

How many Helen films are in the catalogue?

The CineQuiz catalogue has 36 films with Helen, from 1951 to 2012.

What is the best rated Helen film?

The best rated Helen film in the catalogue is Mohabbatein (2000), rated 7.1.

What was the first Helen film?

The first Helen film in the catalogue is Awaara, from 1951.

Who has Helen worked with the most?

In the catalogue, Helen shares the most credits with Amitabh Bachchan (3 films), Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (2 films) and Kamal Kapoor (2 films).

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Trivia

Also works as: dancer
Notable works: Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu · O Haseena Zulfonwali Jaane Jahan · Aa Jaane Jaan · Piya Tu Ab To Aaja · Yeh Mera Dil Yaar Ka Diwana
Spouse: Salim Khan

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