Helen
Actor
Biography
Helen Ann Richardson Khan (born October 22, 1939), known by her mononym Helen, is an Indian former actress and dancer of Anglo-Indian and Burmese descent. In a career spanning 70 years, she has established herself as a prolific performer in Hindi cinema and appeared in over 1000 films. During her heydays, she was cited as one of the most popular nautch and cabaret dancers, and has been a recipient of two Filmfare Awards and a Padma Shri, awarded by the Indian Government. She has also been the inspiration for four films and a book. She even performed onstage in London, Paris, and Hong Kong. Officially announcing retirement in 1983, she has since been appearing in films as guest roles or cameos.
Filmography
Mohabbatein
as Miss Monica 2000
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
as Sameer's mom 1999
Don
as Kamini 1978
Amar Akbar Anthony
as Fake Daughter At Airport (Guest Appearance) 1977
Awaara
as Chorus girl 1951
Heroine
as Shagufta Rizvi 2012
Humko Deewana Kar Gaye
as Kitty Kohli 2006
Khamoshi: The Musical
as maria 1996
Gumnaam
as Miss Kitty 1965
Jewel Thief
as Helen 1967
Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi
as Dancer / Singer 1958
Teesri Manzil
as Ruby 1966
Marigold
2007
Dostana
as Sylvia 1980
Dil Ne Jise Apna Kahaa
as Dhani's Grandmother 2004
Billa
as Reena 1980