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Begum Qudsia Zaidi

Begum Qudsia Zaidi (23 December 1914 – 27 December 1960) blazed a short but brilliant path across Indian theatre, children’s literature, and public life, reshaping each field in just over a decade. Orphaned early, she was raised in Lahore by her elder...

Nadira Babbar

Nadira Babbar (b. 1948) is a towering figure in modern Indian theatre, known for her multifaceted career as an actress, director, and playwright. While she has made notable appearances in Hindi cinema, her most significant contributions lie in revitalising the Mumbai...

Shama Zaidi

Shama Zaidi (born September 25, 1938) is a formidable and versatile force in Indian arts, having carved out a unique niche as a screenwriter, costume designer, art director, theatre practitioner, and documentary filmmaker. Her career, spanning over six decades, is a...