Her bold persona in Shree 420 won hearts. (Representative Image)
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News1808-12-2025, 18:31

Nadira: Poverty to Rolls-Royce, Bollywood's First Actress to Own a Rolls-Royce

  • Nadira, born Florence Ezekiel, rose from poverty to become a famous Hindi cinema actress, starting her career at age 10 and gaining fame with 'Aan'.
  • She was renowned for her portrayal of negative characters, notably in 'Shree 420', a role she later felt ruined her career despite its iconic status.
  • Nadira made history as the first Indian actress to own a Rolls-Royce, symbolizing her superstardom.
  • Her personal life was marked by two failed marriages and later years of loneliness and illness, leading to her passing in 2006 at 73.

Why It Matters: It showcases a pioneering actress who defied poverty to achieve iconic stardom and break norms.

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