Full Name: Farida Sami Jalal (Farida Jalal)
Date of Birth: March 14, 1949
Place of Birth: New Delhi, India
Occupation: Actress
Years Active: 1967–Present
Spouse: Tabrez Barmavar (Late)
Children: Yaseen Barmavar
Early Life & Career Beginnings
Farida Jalal was born in New Delhi and started her acting career in the 1960s after winning a talent competition organized by Filmfare. She made her Bollywood debut with Taqdeer (1967) and quickly became known for her versatility.
Career Highlights
Early Success & Supporting Roles
Throughout the late 1960s and 1970s, she played supporting roles in several iconic films:
- Aradhana (1969) – Played Rajesh Khanna’s caring friend.
- Paras (1971) – Won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.
- Bobby (1973) – Played Rishi Kapoor’s onscreen friend.
- Chhoti Si Baat (1976) – A light-hearted romantic comedy.
Iconic Motherly Roles
In the 1990s and 2000s, Farida Jalal became famous for playing loving and emotional mother/grandmother roles in many hit films:
- Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) – As Kajol’s supportive mother.
- Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) – Played Anjali’s grandmother.
- Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) – Played a warm and caring grandmother.
She was also seen in family dramas like Raja Hindustani (1996) and Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai (2000).
Television & OTT
Apart from films, she gained immense popularity in TV shows like:
- Dekh Bhai Dekh (1993-1994) – A cult-classic sitcom.
- Shararat (2003-2006) – Played the mischievous grandmother with magical powers.
- Netflix’s Yeh Meri Family (2018) – Played a heartwarming grandmother.
Awards & Recognition
Farida Jalal has won multiple Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actress and is one of the most respected actresses in Indian cinema.
Personal Life
She was married to actor Tabrez Barmavar, who passed away early in their marriage. She raised their son, Yaseen Barmavar, as a single mother.
Legacy
Farida Jalal remains a beloved figure in Bollywood, known for her warmth, natural acting, and emotional depth.
