Rekha

Actress

Born - October 10, 1954 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Bhanurekha Ganesan, better known by her stage name Rekha, is an Indian film actress. Noted for her versatility and acknowledged as one of the finest actresses in Hindi cinema, Rekha started her career in 1966 as a child actress in the Telugu film Rangula Ratnam, though her film debut as a lead happened four years later with Sawan Bhadon.

Rekha has acted in over 180 films in a career spanning over 40 years. Throughout her career, she has often played strong female characters and, apart from mainstream cinema, appeared in parallel cinema also. She has won three Filmfare Awards, two for Best Actress and one for Best Supporting Actress, for her roles in Khubsoorat (1980), Khoon Bhari Maang (1988) and Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi (1996), respectively.

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Rekha gives Pankaj Tripathi English lessons on stage at IFFM Melbourne, 'Mirzapur' actor jokes, 'Main Hindi medium ka chatra hu galat bol dunga'

etimes.in / Aug 15, 2026, 13:57 (IST)

At the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, veteran actress Rekha engaged in a lively exchange with actor Pankaj Tripathi, offering him a playful English lesson. The festival released a delightful video capturing their interaction. Celebrated for her role in Umrao Jaan, Rekha is set to receive an Excellence in Cinema Award and raise the Indian flag, while Pankaj represents his latest project, Mirzapur: The Movie, at the festival.

Love quote of the day by Rekha: ‘I believe in soul mates, in eternal love. Not eternal marriage’, an insightful lesson by the ‘Umrao Jaan’ actress on societal concepts of romantic relationships

etimes.in / Aug 14, 2026, 14:58 (IST)

Rekha believes in soul mates and eternal love, not necessarily eternal marriage. She views marriage as a flawed man-made construct that cannot contain love. The iconic actress feels love can last forever, even if a marriage does not. Her early life involved acting alongside her mother in Telugu films. Rekha's career spans over 180 films and significant net worth.

Man kills wife, dumps body in Godavari, files missing complaint in Yanam; arrested

Aug 22, 2026, 22:55 (IST)

Rasika Dugal recalls watching 'Umrao Jaan' with Rekha, resonates with Rani Mukerji's Shakuntala story at Melbourne

IANS / Aug 22, 2026, 17:37 (IST)

Actress Rasika Dugal looked back at her memorable moments from the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2026.

'Meri pehli Teej ka tyohaar, Rekha didi ke ghar pe': Kangana Ranaut celebrates first Teej with Rekha Gupta, calls Delhi CM her ‘badi behen’ for making her feel at home

etimes.in / Aug 13, 2026, 10:51 (IST)

Kangana Ranaut recently celebrated Teej with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, immersing herself in joyous traditions. She expressed the warmth and affection she received, likening it to the bond of an elder sister. Adorned in a stunning green silk saree paired with exquisite traditional jewelry, Ranaut's vibrant presence added to the festivities. As always, she remains a prominent figure, continually sharing her perspectives and artistic endeavors.

Missing woman found dead in water-filled pit in Samastipur, husband detained for questioning

Aug 19, 2026, 19:25 (IST)

Cops question parents of accused woman

Aug 23, 2026, 23:09 (IST)

1 chore, 4 relatives, a dead techie: How 'baby’s medicine dispute' turned fatal for Delhi man

TNN / Aug 23, 2026, 13:16 (IST)

A Delhi techie died after a domestic dispute turned violent on Friday. His wife allegedly called her relatives who then arrived at the residence. The family claims the relatives brutally assaulted the software engineer. Police have arrested four individuals including the wife and her brothers. A murder case is being registered as investigations continue.

‘Who would apply medicine to child’s blisters?’: Delhi techie killed after row over chore; wife, 3 held

TNN / Aug 23, 2026, 07:27 (IST)

A software engineer died after an argument over household chores escalated. His wife and her brothers allegedly attacked and strangled him at his home. The victim's family members were also assaulted during the violent altercation. Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the software engineer's death. Investigations are ongoing into the matrimonial disputes which preceded the incident.

Deletion of parents’ names from voter list can’t decide student’s EWS eligibility: HC

Aug 18, 2026, 00:53 (IST)

India must become AI Creator, not consumer: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Aug 22, 2026, 21:01 (IST)

Small bizmen to get skill training

Aug 20, 2026, 23:38 (IST)

Smriti Irani among 8 UP BJP members; check who got what in Nitin Nabin’s new team

TNN / Aug 18, 2026, 00:29 (IST)

Eight Uttar Pradesh BJP members joined the party's new national team announced Monday. Smriti Irani and Harish Dwivedi were appointed national general secretaries by the party president. Rekha Verma and Tariq Mansoor retained their positions as national vice-presidents in the reshuffle. Bhola Singh, a Dalit, and Sangeeta Yadav were elevated to national secretary roles. Amarpal Maurya now heads the BJP OBC Morcha, and Basit Ali leads the minority morcha.

Odisha-born woman receives British Citizen Award for community service

Aug 16, 2026, 23:00 (IST)

Political pressure behind Jain’s arrest: Kejriwal. He was involved in DJB scam: Rekha

Aug 19, 2026, 23:34 (IST)

Chandrabhaga to Harsiddhi bridge road opened for traffic

Aug 20, 2026, 00:12 (IST)

Jan Kaushal Kendra, health centre comes up at Moti Nagar

TNN / Aug 20, 2026, 23:39 (IST)

Kunal Ganjawalla recreates ‘Aap Ki Ankhon’, calls Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar his ‘favourite duos’

IANS / Aug 15, 2026, 14:11 (IST)

Singer Kunal Ganjawalla has brought back nostalgia by recreating the classic 'Aap Ki Ankhon Mein Kuch'. He reminisced on social media about his desire to collaborate with iconic musicians Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar, whom he deeply admires. The original track featured Vinod Mehra and Rekha in the film 'Ghar', showcasing a timeless musical partnership. Ganjawalla's talents span both Bollywood and the Kannada film industry.

'Rekha was fat when she joined movies, but the way she groomed herself, complete credit to her,' says her brother-in-law, actor Tej Sapru: 'The grace she has…'

etimes.in / Aug 07, 2026, 15:52 (IST)

Tej Sapru, Rekha's brother-in-law, recently praised her remarkable self-transformation. He admired her discipline and determination to evolve as an actress. Sapru recalled Rekha's significant physical changes from her early career days. He also spoke about his relationship with Rekha's sister, Dhanalakshmi. Sapru expressed admiration for Rekha's elegance and talents observed on television.

Rs 20 lakh Chinese stock dispute, violent outburst: CBI charge sheet details Twisha Sharma’s final hours

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Aug 19, 2026, 20:24 (IST)

The conflict surrounding a twenty lakh rupee investment escalated dramatically as Samarth Singh was said to have pressured Twisha Sharma into moving funds for Chinese stock purchases. Twisha's family leveled accusations against Samarth and his mother, citing cruelty and harassment. Shocking evidence from CCTV captured Twisha's solitary visit to the terrace, and medical assessments concluded that her death resulted from suicide.