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Shabana Azmi

शबाना आज़मी

b. 18 September 1950, Azamgarh

Shabana Azmi (Hindustani pronunciation:; born 18 September 1950) is an Indian actress of film, television and theatre. Her career in the Hindi film industry has spanned over 160 films, mostly within independent and neorealist parallel cinema, though her work extended to mainstream films as well as a number of international projects. One of India's most acclaimed actresses, Azmi is known for her portrayals of distinctive, often unconventional female characters across several genres.