Madhuri Dixit

Madhuri is an Indian actress who achieved popularity for her part in the film Hum Aapke Hin Koun and Beta Saajan. The actress began her career in the 80s before coming to popularity with her role in the film Tezaab where she was a part of the cast alongside an established actor Anil Kapoor. The next film she acted in, Dil, Aamir Khan appeared alongside her. Born into a middle-class family in Mumbai she started learning dance at an early age. As a young woman, she started acting but struggled as many of her films were flops. Her career eventually took off and she eventually became one of the leading actresses in the Indian industry of film. She took a hiatus from her career following her marriage, but returned to the entertainment industry. She recently was an integral part of Gulaab Gang about Indian women. Dixit has been nominated for 15 Filmfare Awards. Of these she's received 8. She was also honored with the Padma Shri the fourth highest civilian distinction in India. Her social work is also well-known.