Yesteryear actress Kum Kum passed away
Veteran Hindi film actor Kumkum, who appeared in films like Aar Paar, CID, Kohinoor among more, passed away on Tuesday at her residence in Bandra, Mumbai. She was 86.
Kumkum, born Zaibunnissa on 22 April 1934 was an Indian film actress from Hussainabad in Sheikhpura district, Bihar. Her father was Nabab of Hussainabad and belonged to a highly reputed family
She acted in almost 115 films in her career. Kumkum was best known for her roles in films like Mr. X in Bombay, Mother India, Son Of India, Kohinoor, Ujala, Naya Daur, Shreeman Funtoosh, Ek Sapera Ek Lutera, Ganga Ki Laharen, Raja Aur Runk, Aankhen, Lalkaar, Geet and Ek Kuwara Ek Kuwari.
She also appeared in popular songs like “Kabhi Aar Kabhi Paar” in Guru Dutt’s film Aar Paar. This is said to be her first Hindi film appearance. She also appeared in the song “Yeh Hai Bombay Meri Jaan” in Guru Dutt’s CID. “Madhuban Mein Radhika Nache Re” is another popular song that featured her as the dancing talent. She was famous for her delicate dancing skills.
