Independence Day 2024: 7 celebrities who share their birth year with India's freedom
It's India's Independence Day today, and we are recalling the celebrities who were born in the same year as Independent India. 1947 has an important history, and so do these celebrities who rose to fame with the country only.
As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day today, let's also remember the celebrities in the country who took birth at the same time when Independent India was growing. Since 1947 is a very special year for every Indian, as it's the time in Indian history when British rule ended, here's a list of famous people who were born in an independent India.
1. Ramesh Sippy
Ramesh Sippy, born on January 23, 1947, is known for his direction. One of his most famous and appreciated works is the direction for the Hindi film Sholay.
2. Rakhee Gulzar
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Rakhee Gulzar took birth on the day when the whole nation celebrates its independence. Yes, you read that right. The date of birth is August 15, 1947. The actress, born into a Bengali family, is best known for her work in Kabhie Kabhie opposite superstar Amitabh Bachchan.
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3. Usha Uthup
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Everybody knows Usha Uthup. The singer was born in November of the independence year. She has been awarded many awards in her career for her work.
4. Simi Garewal
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Simi Garewal was born on October 17 of the independence year in Punjab. The actress, who has also done direction, has earned a number of awards for her work.
5. Randhir Kapoor
Randhir Kapoor is an actor who belongs to a family of actors. Many generations of his family have worked in the Hindi film industry. Randhir was born in February of the independence year.
6. Ashok Saraf
Comedian Ashok Saraf was born on June 4 of the independence year. Ashok Saraf has mostly worked as a funny character artist in Hindi as well as Marathi films. The actor has earned many awards throughout his successful career.
7. Vidya Sinha
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Vidya Sinha, a well-known face in the Hindi film and TV industry, was born on November 15 of the independence year. Before entering acting, she was a model, from which she eventually entered films and then TV serials.
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