Nirupa Roy: Unveiling the True Identity of Bollywood's Iconic 'Mother'

• Nirupa Roy, known as 'Bollywood's Mother,' captivated audiences with her authentic portrayal of maternal roles, notably in 'Deewaar'.
• Born Kokila Kishorechandra Balsara in Valsad, Gujarat, she was not Bengali, contrary to popular curiosity.
• Her career began with the Gujarati film 'Ranakdevi' (1946) after moving to Mumbai with husband Kamal Roy.
• An anecdote from 'Do Bigha Zamin' highlights her realistic acting, where onlookers mistook a scene for reality.
• She starred in over 300 films, transitioning from mythological roles to becoming the 'Queen of Sorrow' in motherly characters.

Why It Matters: Nirupa Roy, Bollywood's iconic 'Mother,' was a Gujarati actress whose realistic portrayals touched millions.