Happy Birthday Waheeda Rehman: Celebrating the Iconic Roles of a Bollywood Legend

• Veteran Bollywood actress Waheeda Rehman turned 88 on February 3, 2026, marking nearly seven decades in the entertainment industry.
• She has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema with breakthrough performances in films like "Guide" (1965) as Rosie and "Pyaasa" (1957) as Gulabo.
• Rehman's roles often explored complex female characters, from a dancer seeking freedom in "Guide" to a sympathetic prostitute in "Pyaasa" and a neglected aristocrat's wife in "Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam" (1962).
• Her later career saw her portray strong maternal and mentoring figures in films such as "Lamhe" (1991), "Om Jai Jagadish" (2002), "Delhi-6" (2009), and "Rang De Basanti" (2006).
• Even in recent years, she has continued to contribute to cinema with roles in "The Song of Scorpions" (2017) and "Skater Girl" (2021), showcasing her enduring presence and versatility.

Why It Matters: Waheeda Rehman's 88th birthday celebrates her seven-decade legacy of iconic, versatile roles in Indian cinema.