Rani Begum
Rani Begum | |
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| رانی بیگم | |
| Born | Nasira Begum 8 December 1946 |
| Died | 27 May 1993 (aged 46) |
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| Years active | 1962 – 1993 |
| Spouses | Mian Javed Qamar
(m. 1979; div. 1980) |
| Children | 1 |
| Awards | Won 3 Nigar Awards in 1968, 1971 and 1983 |
Rani Begum (Punjabi, Urdu: رانی بیگم; 8 December 1946 – 27 May 1993) was a Pakistani film and television actress. She gained success in the late 1960s when she made a hit pair with Waheed Murad. She was also known as The Dancing Queen, Queen of Lollywood and Lux Girl for her portrayal of romantic and dancing roles in films. She remained one of the most successful actresses of the subcontinent and was also popular for her dance performances in films.