Reena Roy
- Born:
- Reena Rai, January 7, 1957, Bombay (now Mumbai), India
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Actress, Politician
Early Life and Education
- Born into a Punjabi Hindu family.
- Early education details are sparsely documented.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began her Bollywood career in the early 1970s.
- Achieved significant commercial success throughout the 1970s and 1980s.
- Starred in numerous hit films, becoming a prominent actress of her time.
- Briefly stepped away from acting after marrying Pakistani cricketer Mohsin Khan.
- Returned to acting later in her career, appearing in supporting roles.
- Ventured into politics, joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Notable Works
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Zaroorat | Sarita | Debut film |
| 1976 | Kalicharan | Sapna | Breakthrough role |
| 1980 | Aasha | Aasha | Critical and commercial success |
| 1983 | Arpan | Sonia | |
| 1993 | Aadmi Khilona Hai | Malini |
Legacy and Impact
Reena Roy was a prominent figure in Bollywood during the 1970s and 1980s. This account of her career is part of a larger collection of actors' biographies. Roy's success as an actress and later involvement in politics solidify her place in Indian cinema and public life. While a comprehensive "nagin biography" might delve deeper into specific performances, her contributions to mainstream Bollywood are undeniable.