Bina Rai

Bina Rai (1931–2009) was an Indian actress known for leading roles in Hindi films, including Anarkali (1953) and Taj Mahal (1963).

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Anarkali (1953 film): A Hindi historical romance starring Bina Rai as Anarkali, the legendary beloved of Prince Salim. Rai’s performance as Anarkali became one of her best-known screen roles.
Prem Nath: An Indian actor who appeared in Hindi films from the 1940s through the 1980s. Rai married the actor in 1952, and they appeared together in several films.
Kali Ghata (1951 film): A Hindi romantic drama directed by Kidar Sharma and starring Bina Rai. It marked Rai’s screen debut and introduced her as a leading actress.
Anarkali: A legendary figure in South Asian lore, remembered as the beloved of Mughal prince Salim. Rai’s portrayal brought this enduring romantic legend to a major Hindi film audience.
Taj Mahal (1963 film): A Hindi historical romance starring Bina Rai as Mumtaz Mahal and Pradeep Kumar as Shah Jahan. Rai played Mumtaz Mahal in this major later-career historical romance.
Pradeep Kumar: An Indian actor known for leading roles in Hindi films, especially historical romances. His repeated screen pairing with Rai shaped several of her best-known films.
Hindi cinema: The film industry producing motion pictures primarily in Hindi, centered in Mumbai. Rai’s career unfolded within its post-independence studio and star system.
Mumtaz Mahal: A Mughal empress and wife of Shah Jahan, remembered through the Taj Mahal. Rai’s performance connected her image to one of India’s most recognizable historical figures.
Ghunghat (1960 film): A Hindi romantic drama starring Bina Rai and Pradeep Kumar. This film paired Rai with her frequent screen co-star in a contemporary romantic story.
Kidar Sharma: An Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter associated with Hindi cinema. Sharma directed Rai in her film debut, Kali Ghata.