Zohra Sehgal

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How Prithviraj Kapoor’s early Prithvi Theatre productions backed communal harmony

On the thespian’s 50th death anniversary, we revisit his early works of drama which championed unity amongst Hindus and Muslims.

May 29 2022 — Sonal Pandya

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Zohra Segal’s perseverance was remarkable, says biographer Ritu Menon

The author of Segal’s biography, published by Speaking Tiger Books, shares insights into the late dancer-actress’s life and remarkable career that took her all around the world.

Dec 02 2021 — Sonal Pandya

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Book excerpt: From Doctor Who to Hollywood – How Zohra Segal carried on

Ritu Menon’s Zohra! A Biography in Four Acts, published by Speaking Tiger Books, charts out the fascinating and remarkable life and career of artiste extraordinaire Zohra Segal. The veteran performer, danseuse and actress toured the world with Uday Shankar and performed alongside Prithviraj Kapoor on stage in India. In the 1960s, she was one of the few artistes of Indian descent to make a name for herself on television and on the big screen.

Nov 18 2021 — Ritu Menon

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Zohra Sehgal played a Pakistani in Kal Ho Naa Ho but didn’t make the final cut: Watch

On her 103rd birth anniversary today, we take a look at some of Sehgal's most delightful scenes that never made it to the final version of Nikhil Advani's film. 

Apr 27 2017 — Keyur Seta