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Who was the ‘Kumkum’ of Hindi cinema? Who left the industry after getting married, then after 23 years, India
Samira Vishwas | September 7, 2025 12:24 AM CST

Who is Zaibunnisa Khan (Kumkum): Whenever there is talk of Bollywood beauties, then someone is definitely very popular. Today we are telling you about the ‘Kumkum’ of Hindi cinema, who left the industry after marriage and she left the country and settled abroad. Now you must be wondering who this Hasina was? Who took such a decision on the peak of his career. Let’s know about them…

Who was Bollywood’s ‘Kumkum’?

Those whom we are talking about is none other than actress Jabunnisa Khan, who was popular in Hindi cinema as ‘Kumkum’. Kumkum was introduced by Legendary Director Guru Dutt. Jabunnisa Khan’s magic used to play in the 50s and 60s and his films were very much liked by the people. Today Jabunnisa Khan is not among us, but still he is discussed.

More than 100 movies

Kumkum, who started her career with Bhojpur cinema, has given Hindi cinema more than 100 films including ‘Mother India’ and ‘Kohinoor’. Not only this, Dharmendra’s debut film was also with Jabunnisa Khan. Kumkum wanted to go to cinema since childhood. He was fond of dance to acting and fulfilled his dream.

Career starts with the film ‘Ar-Par’

In 1954, Kumkum, who started her career with the film ‘Across’ in 1954, had called the industry alive on her career peak. Actually, Kumkum was married to Sajjad Khan. Sajjad Khan used to work in Saudi Arabia. Both were married in 1973. After marriage, Kumkum had decided to leave the industry.

India came after 23 years

Yes, after marriage, Kumkum said goodbye to acting and she went to Dubai with her husband. After this she started living there. When Kumkum’s marriage was 23 years, she came back to India. Even after coming to India, Kumkum got love there, but on July 28 in the year 2020, Kumkum said goodbye to this world forever.

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