Meera (Mira Bai) was a Hindu mystic poet and devotee of Krishna. She was one of the most significant Sants ("true" or "saints") of the Vaishnava bhakti movement. Some 1,300 pads (poems) commonly known as bhajans (sacred songs) are attributed to her. These are popular throughout India and have been translated and published worldwide. In the bhakti tradition, they are in passionate praise of Lord Krishna. In most of her poems, she describes her unconditional love for her Lord and promotes Krishna bhakti as the best way of life because it helps us forget our desires.Popular beliefs about her life, which has been the subject of several films, are often pieced together from her poetry and stories recounted by her community and are of debatable authenticity, particularly those that connect her with the later Tansen. On the other hand, the traditions that make her a disciple of Guru Ravidas in Chittor, her association with Tulsidas and later interactions with Rupa Goswami in Vrindavan are more likely to be true.
As an actress I have no inhibitions on screen. That doesn't mean I am willing to go to any lengths to prove my point. I know where to draw a line. I represent Pakistan in India and let me assure everyone I would never demean my culture. The 'kiss sequence' is part of the storyline and should not be seen in isolation. (May 2005)
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I think a glamorous life is short-lived. There is no character in glamorous roles. An actual star is the one who lives the character. (2009)
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On actresses eager to play the same role in different versions of the film Jhansi Ki Rani: I am not competing. Let the competition show on the big screen. Let the media, critics and audience decide. I am here to work and when people see me on stage, I want them to look at me as Jhansi Ki Rani and not Meera. (2009)
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Her thoughts on Sana, the second Pakistani actress to star in an Indian movie: "That was precisely the reason why I did a film here (India). I had to go through the hard way and my path was full of thorns, but I am glad that it has opened all doors for others to come and do films out here. I just pray more and more like me come and do films in India."
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On how she was approached to star in her first Indian movie: "When we met Mahesh Bhatt the film festival in Pakistan, he suggested that we do a film together. I loved his sincerity and his intention of doing a film, which could bring both the countries together. I immediately agreed."
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On her Bollywood debut film Nazar (2005): "I am very confident, as I have worked with great people. This film spreads the message of friendship, peace and unity between India and Pakistan. It is great to play the bridge between these two countries."
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When asked if her family had a problem with her kissing scene: "No, they had a problem with me doing a Hindi film. They did not want me to come to India. I know they're still not happy. They keep stressing that I should return to Pakistan."
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On how her family was not supportive of her doing an Indian film: "No one was in support of me doing a film here. In fact, as you can see my father does not even leave me for a single minute and constantly follows me like a spy. But I guess that things will change once the film releases."
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"I love India and aim to completely concentrate on Bollywood now. Inshaallah if God forbids I want to get married in Bollywood and have children. I want my children to act in Bollywod." (August 2006)
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"I was very impressed with Madhuri's dancing in Devdas (2002), so I wanted Sarojji to compose the mujras for me. She is a taskmaster, but at the end of the day, the result shows." (August 2006)
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"Every cinema-goer wants to see heroines at their best on the screen. It depends on the individual how they do it in from of the camera. There are many ways to look seductive without looking vulgar." (April 2004)
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"Pakistan is my country and India is the place where I am working. When I feel I will come to Pakistan or come back to India. I am the ambassador of peace. I feel India and Pakistan are like two sisters. If I desire I will go to any of the sisters whenever I want." (March, 2005)
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When asked if she was sorry for being the first Pakistani actress to do a kissing scene, Meera responded: "Why should I feel sorry? I have not done anything wrong." (March, 2005)
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"I am shooting every day, fans approach me for autographs, it becomes difficult for me to go unrecognized anywhere. My car windows are curtained. I have never gone to restaurants for dinner, because people stare at me, pass remarks, come to my table for autographs, so I prefer to spend time with my family and friends at home. I never go out to public places in Pakistan." (Movie Mag International June 2004)
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"I will not do any kissing scenes and no exposure at all, nothing like Murder (2004). I come from Pakistan, I am a Muslim girl, I will not do anything indecent or vulgar. I don't want anyone to even approach me or talk to me if they want me to do any kissing scenes or exposure which is vulgar." (Movie Mag International June 2004)
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On working with director Mahesh Bhatt: "I am so comfortable with Mahesh. I can hug him, kiss him on his cheeks and listen to him speak for endless hours. He decides whom I should meet, where to meet them. I trust him totally." (Movie Mag International June 2004)
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Starred in Hyder Kazmi shelved film " Draupadi"(2005). Starring Amar Upadhyay, Meera. Directed by Rakesh Parmar.The film was shot in London.
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Her sister Aqsa Rubab auditioned for the film Gangster. Kangana was eventually signed.
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A controversial MMS was released featuring Meera and her husband Captain Naveed.
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Completed her second Bollywood Comeback feature film with Film Maker Faisal Saif. [July 2009]
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Is currently in India shooting for Mahesh Bhatt's new project. [May 2005]
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Can be seen briefly in the remix music video for the song 'Woh Lamhe' for the movie Zeher (2005).
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Pakistani superstar Meera lodged an Official Complaint against Faisal Saif in Punjab (Pakistan) chief minister's cell where she claimed that the Film Maker is behind the conspiracy to kill her.
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The first Pakistani actress to successfully cross-over into India's Bollywood film industry.
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Meera has now relocated to Mubmai, India to continue more work in Indian films. The move has obviously caused more disgruntlement in her native Pakistan, although she is not the first Pakistani actor to move to Mumbai for career purposes. [September 2005]
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Her sister owns a hair salon in Pakistan, while her brothers are studying abroad.
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Is the second of six siblings. She has one sister and four brothers.
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Was the first Pakistani actress to work in a Co-Production with India - when she starred in Nazar (2005).
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Owns a range of high performance vehicles in Lahore but rarely drives on her own. She says she doesn't trust herself behind the wheel.
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Is single, and lives with her parents in Lahore. [2001]
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Beat out Reema and other established stars for her role as Sara in the blockbuster Inteha (1999).
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Is an active model, making appearances across Pakistan on a regular basis.
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Voted one of Pakistan's most beautiful stars of 2000.
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Signed on as a teen model while still in high school.
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Graduated from Kinniard College in Lahore.
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Regular host of the Top 20 Music Countdown on PTV.
Actress
Title
Year
Status
Character
Hotal
2016
Kashika
Bumper Draw
2015
Item Song Girl
Dunno Y 2... Life Is a Moment
2015
Zahra
Bhadaas
2013
Daisy
Ishq Khuda
2013
5 Ghantey Mien 5 Crore
2012
Sonia
Om Allah
2012
Bhai Log - All About Nation
2011
Sughi
Khulay Asmaan Kay Neechay
2008
Godfather: The Legend Continues
2007
Kasak
2005
Anjali
Nazar
2005
Divya Varma
Zeher
2005
Woh Lamhe Remix Video
Salakhain
2004
Veena
Pyaar Hi Pyaar Mein
2003
Guest Appearance
Fire
2002
Chalo Ishq Larain
2002
Sarah
Khoey Ho Tum Kahan
2001
Wife of Aswad
Jungle Queen
2000
Supporting actress
Billi
2000
Mujhe Jeene Do
1999
Inteha
1999
Sara
Dunia Hey Dil Walon Ki
1997
Hawain
1996
Miss Istanbul
1996
Meera
Kelona
1996
Chief Sahib
1996
Self
Title
Year
Status
Character
Lux Style Awards
2010
TV Movie
Herself - Co Host and Winner: Lux Style Beauty Icon
Lux Style Awards
2007
TV Special
Herself - Performer
Lux Style Awards
2006
TV Special
Herself - Presenter: Best PTV Actress and Performer
$900,000
