Synopsis
Mumtaz, the iconic Bollywood star, captivated audiences as the showstopper for Manish Malhotra, wearing a breathtaking black saree. Her appearance highlighted the rich tradition of Indian cinema, showcasing her timeless beauty and elegance.Key Takeaways
- Mumtaz showcased a stunning black saree by Manish Malhotra.
- The actress celebrated the essence of Indian cinema on the runway.
- Her Instagram post highlighted her glamorous look.
- Manish Malhotra praised her contribution to Indian cinema.
- The event featured stars from various cinematic eras.
Mumbai, March 5 (NationPress) Veteran Bollywood icon Mumtaz commanded attention on the runway as the showstopper for renowned designer Manish Malhotra, donning a stunning all-black saree that exemplifies the enduring elegance of Indian cinema.
Mumtaz shared two pictures on Instagram, showcasing her in a beautifully crafted black saree embellished with vibrant floral embroidery in hues of pink and green. The actress flaunts her long, wavy brown locks and accessorizes with eye-catching jewelry, including a pink gemstone necklace and coordinating rings.
“I had the honor of being a showstopper at @manishmalhotra05 show; his designs are always exquisite,” Mumtaz expressed.
In response, the designer commented, “It was a true privilege for you to be part of the show, which celebrated the theme of Indian cinema's style, a narrative incomplete without you.”
Manish also posted a photo with Mumtaz, alongside Urmila Matondkar, Shilpa Shetty, and Khushi Kapoor, highlighting the different cinematic eras.
“A night of Cinema, Style, and Emotion... iconic @mumtaztheactress with @urmilamatondkarofficial, @theshilpashetty, @khushikapoor... Each era of cinema comes with its own struggles, dedication, and evolution,” he captioned.
The 77-year-old actress began her acting journey at the age of 11 with “Lajwanti” in 1958, followed by “Sone Ki Chidiya” the same year. Mumtaz was initially typecast as a “stunt film heroine,” with titles like “Faulad” in 1963 and “Daku Mangal Singh” in 1966, which hindered her career.
She later starred in films such as “Ram Aur Shyam,” “Mere Hamdam Mere Dost,” and “Brahmachari.”
Mumtaz achieved her breakthrough role in “Do Raaste” in 1969, subsequently establishing herself as one of the top actresses with films like “Bandhan,” “Aadmi Aur Insaan,” “Sachaa Jhutha,” “Khilona,” “Hare Rama Hare Krishna,” “Apna Desh,” “Loafer,” “Roti,” and “Nagin.”
After a 13-year hiatus, she made her last film appearance in the 1990 movie “Aandhiyan,” which revolves around the love story of Shakuntala and Dushyant, facing familial disapproval due to their differing social statuses.
The film depicts Dushyant's dilemma between his loyalty to his wife and his father.
Mumtaz wed businessman Mayur Madhvani in 1974, and they are parents to two daughters, one of whom, Natasha, married Fardeen Khan, son of Feroz Khan, in 2006.
