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Legendary Actresses of Indian Cinema

Description: Test your knowledge about the legendary actresses of Indian cinema who have made significant contributions to the industry.
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Which actress is known as the 'Nightingale of India'?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Shreya Ghoshal

  4. Sunidhi Chauhan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lata Mangeshkar is a renowned Indian playback singer who has been honored with the title 'Nightingale of India' for her melodious voice and contributions to Indian music.

Who is considered the first female superstar of Indian cinema?

  1. Madhubala

  2. Nargis

  3. Meena Kumari

  4. Vyjayanthimala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhubala, known as the 'Venus of Indian Cinema', is widely regarded as the first female superstar of Indian cinema due to her immense popularity and iconic roles.

Which actress is known for her versatility and powerful performances?

  1. Smita Patil

  2. Shabana Azmi

  3. Nutan

  4. Waheeda Rehman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Smita Patil was a critically acclaimed actress known for her versatility and ability to portray complex characters with depth and realism.

Who is the only Indian actress to win two National Film Awards for Best Actress in a row?

  1. Sharmila Tagore

  2. Kangana Ranaut

  3. Vidya Balan

  4. Rekha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sharmila Tagore is the only Indian actress to have won two consecutive National Film Awards for Best Actress, for her performances in 'Aradhana' (1969) and 'Safar' (1970).

Which actress is known for her grace and elegant dance performances?

  1. Vyjayanthimala

  2. Helen

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vyjayanthimala was a renowned classical dancer and actress known for her grace and elegant dance performances in Indian cinema.

Who is the youngest actress to win the National Film Award for Best Actress?

  1. Priyanka Chopra

  2. Deepika Padukone

  3. Alia Bhatt

  4. Kangana Ranaut


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kangana Ranaut is the youngest actress to win the National Film Award for Best Actress, which she received at the age of 23 for her performance in 'Fashion' (2008).

Which actress is known for her powerful performances in both mainstream and independent films?

  1. Tabu

  2. Konkona Sen Sharma

  3. Kalki Koechlin

  4. Radhika Apte


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tabu is known for her versatility and ability to portray a wide range of characters with depth and intensity, both in mainstream and independent films.

Who is the only Indian actress to win the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival?

  1. Nargis

  2. Madhuri Dixit

  3. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

  4. Nandita Das


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nandita Das is the only Indian actress to have won the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, which she received for her performance in the film 'The Warrior' (2001).

Which actress is known for her iconic role as 'Mother India'?

  1. Nargis

  2. Meena Kumari

  3. Vyjayanthimala

  4. Waheeda Rehman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nargis is widely remembered for her iconic role as 'Mother India' in the 1957 film of the same name, which earned her the title 'Mother of Indian Cinema'.

Who is the only Indian actress to have won an Academy Award?

  1. Shabana Azmi

  2. Smita Patil

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Priyanka Chopra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shabana Azmi is the only Indian actress to have won an Academy Award, which she received for her supporting role in the film 'City of Joy' (1992).

Which actress is known for her unconventional roles and bold performances?

  1. Konkona Sen Sharma

  2. Kalki Koechlin

  3. Radhika Apte

  4. Richa Chadha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Konkona Sen Sharma is known for her willingness to take on unconventional roles and her ability to portray complex characters with depth and realism.

Who is the only Indian actress to have won the Miss Universe pageant?

  1. Sushmita Sen

  2. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

  3. Lara Dutta

  4. Priyanka Chopra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sushmita Sen is the only Indian actress to have won the Miss Universe pageant, which she achieved in 1994.

Which actress is known for her powerful performances in historical and period dramas?

  1. Madhuri Dixit

  2. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

  3. Deepika Padukone

  4. Kangana Ranaut


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kangana Ranaut has gained recognition for her powerful performances in historical and period dramas, such as 'Queen' (2014), 'Tanu Weds Manu' (2011), and 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi' (2019).

Who is the only Indian actress to have won the National Film Award for Best Actress three times?

  1. Shabana Azmi

  2. Smita Patil

  3. Nutan

  4. Madhuri Dixit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shabana Azmi is the only Indian actress to have won the National Film Award for Best Actress three times, for her performances in 'Ankur' (1974), 'Arth' (1982), and 'Godmother' (1999).

Which actress is known for her versatility and ability to play a wide range of characters?

  1. Madhuri Dixit

  2. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

  3. Deepika Padukone

  4. Priyanka Chopra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhuri Dixit is known for her versatility and ability to play a wide range of characters, from traditional Indian roles to modern, contemporary characters.

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