4 June 2023, Mumbai: Urvashi Rautela, known for her stunning appearances at the Cannes 2023 film festival and IIFA 2023, has now shifted her focus to a new project—a biopic on the life of legendary Bollywood actress Parveen Babi.
Sharing the news with her fans on Instagram, Urvashi posted a picture of the summary of the upcoming biopic along with a heartfelt caption. “Bollywood failed #ParveenBabi, but I will make you proud #PB ~ UR Om Namah Shivay. Trust the magic of new beginnings,” she wrote.
Fans and friends immediately flooded the comment section with messages of support and congratulations for Urvashi’s decision to bring Parveen Babi’s story to the big screen. One fan commented, “Thank you for making the movie about #ParveenBabi,” while another expressed their confidence that the film would be a blockbuster.
Parveen Babi, a Bollywood icon of the 1970s and 1980s, passed away on January 20, 2005, in her flat in Mumbai. She made her film debut with the movie ‘Charitra’ in 1973, alongside cricketer Salim Durani. Although the film did not perform well at the box office, Parveen’s talent did not go unnoticed, and she soon secured roles in several more films.
Her breakthrough came with the movie ‘Majboor’ (1974), where she starred opposite Amitabh Bachchan. Alongside Zeenat Aman, Parveen Babi played a significant role in transforming the image of the Indian film heroine. In July 1976, she became the first Bollywood star to appear on the front page of Time magazine. Throughout her career, Parveen was admired as a glamorous fashion icon.
In addition to her latest venture, Urvashi Rautela recently appeared in the web series ‘Inspector Avinash,’ where she shared the screen with actor Randeep Hooda. The series received positive reviews and showcased Urvashi’s versatility as an actress.
Urvashi Rautela’s dedication to portraying Parveen Babi’s life story is sure to captivate audiences and shed light on the remarkable journey of one of Bollywood’s most iconic actresses. As fans eagerly await the release of the biopic, Urvashi continues to make strides in her acting career, leaving an indelible mark on the film industry.
By: Tanya Chantola