Zohra Sehgal

Biography

Zohra Mumtaz Sehgal (born Sahibzadi Zohra Mumtazullah Khan Begum; 27 April 1912 – 10 July 2014) was an Indian actress, dancer, and choreographer. Having begun her career as a member of a contemporary dance troupe, she transitioned into acting roles beginning in the 1940s. Sehgal appeared in several British films, television shows, and Bollywood productions in a career that spanned over eight decades.

Known For

Bend It Like Beckham

as Biji

Veer-Zaara

as Zahida 'Bebe' Hayaat Khan

Dil Se..

as Amar's Grandmother

The Mistress of Spices

as First Mother (as Zohra Segal)

Caravaggio

as Jerusaleme's Grandmother

Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam

as Dadi

Saawariya

as Lilian

Mind Your Language

as Mrs Singh

Tales That Witness Madness

as Malia (segment "Luau")

The Bill