Is Rekha Alive?
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Quick facts
- Real name: Bhanurekha Ganesan
- Born: 10 October 1954, Chennai
- Age: 71 as of October 2026 (she turns 72 on 10 October)
- Profession: Actress
Career highlights
Rekha began as a child actor in the 1960s and moved into Hindi films as a lead in the early 1970s. Her most celebrated role is the title character in Umrao Jaan (1981), which won her the National Film Award for Best Actress. She received the Padma Shri in 2010.
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FAQ
How old is Rekha?
71 as of October 2026.
What is Rekha’s most famous film?
Umrao Jaan (1981).
