Madhuri Dixit

Madhuri Dixit is a well-known Indian actress, best known for her roles in the film Beta Saajan and Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! She was first known for her role in Tezaab from the 1980s and Tezaab, which she co-starred with the veteran actor Anil Koopor. The next film she appeared in was Dil where she starred alongside Aamir. Early on, as a teenager in the middle class of Mumbai, she learned to dance. At the age of 16 she started acting, and suffered for several years because most of her first films were failures. She eventually found success and was one of the leading actresses within the Indian film industry. Her marriage led to a pause from her acting career. Later, she returned. Recently, she played a major performance in Gulaab Gang. The film featured the challenges faced by women across India. Dixit was nominated for 15 Filmfare Awards. Of these she's won eight. Padma Shri - the fourth most highly regarded civilian award in India awarded to Dixit. Her name is well-known for her social works as well.