Quick Info
| Profession | Actress |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 21/11/1938 |
| Age | 87 years |
| Birthplace | Yangon, Burma |
Latest News about Helen
01/01/2025
Helen celebrated her 87th birthday in 2025, continuing to be recognized as a legendary figure in Indian cinema. Her enduring legacy as the 'Queen of the Nautch Girls' remains a significant part of Bollywood's cultural history, with tributes from fans and industry peers marking the occasion.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Helen Ann Richardson Khan |
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| Nickname | Dancing Queen, H-Bomb, Queen of the Nautch Girls |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Scorpio |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm |
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| Weight | 78 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Figure Measurements | 35-34-37 |
Personal Life
| School | Not Known |
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| College | Not Known |
| Religion | Christian |
| Address | Galaxy Apartments, Bandstand, Bandra, Mumbai |
| Hobbies | Dancing |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Not Known |
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| Children | Arpita Khan (Adopted), Salman Khan (Son), Saif Khan (Son), Sohail Khan (Son), Arbaaz Khan (Son) |
Family
| Father | George Desmier |
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| Mother | (Nurse) |
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| Spouse | Salim Khan |
| Children | Arpita Khan (Adopted), Salman Khan, Saif Khan, Sohail Khan, Arbaaz Khan |
Career
| Debut | Film Debut: Awara (1951) |
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| Years Active | 1951–present |
Favourites
| Favourite Actor | Gene Kelly |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Helen was born to an Anglo-Indian father and a Burmese mother. | |
| 2. After her father passed away in World War II, her family moved to Mumbai in 1943. | |
| 3. She left school because of her family's financial difficulties. | |
| 4. She learned Manipuri dance initially, then studied Bharat Natyam and Kathak from P. L. Raj. | |
| 5. Helen introduced cabaret and item dance to Bollywood movies. | |
| 6. Her career began as a chorus dancer in Shabista in 1951, leading to solo dance opportunities in Alif Laila (1953). | |
| 7. She became famous for the song Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu in Howrah Bridge (1958). | |
| 8. Her popularity in the 60s and 70s earned her the nickname 'H-Bomb'. | |
| 9. Her first non-dancing role was in Hum Hindustani (1960). | |
| 10. In 1973, Merchant Ivory Productions released three books and a documentary titled 'Helen Queen of the Nautch girls'. | |
| 11. Helen divorced Bollywood director P.N Arora in 1974 due to financial issues. | |
| 12. She met Salim Khan in 1962, marrying him in 1981 after 19 years. | |
| 13. She has appeared in over 750 films, making her one of the most prolific performers in Hindi cinema. | |
| 14. She is the mother of Bollywood stars Salman Khan, Saif Khan, Sohail Khan, and Arbaaz Khan. |