Dehradun, Aug. 16 -- Satpal Gandhi.

Few actresses have balanced grace, versatility, and longevity as effortlessly as Zarina Wahab. A celebrated presence in both Hindi and Malayalam cinema, she won hearts with her critically acclaimed performances in Chitchor, Gharonda, and Malayalam classics like Madanolsavam, Chamaram, and Adaminte Makan Abu.

Born in Visakhapatnam and trained at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, Zarina brought authenticity to her portrayals of the 'girl next door' heroine in the 1970s, earning a Filmfare nomination for Gharonda. Decades later, she continues to leave a lasting impression with memorable roles of a loving and resilient mother in My Name Is Khan or a sophisticated yet nagging mother-...