There was a time when Parveen Babi used to rule the Bollywood industry with her style and glamour. If you don’t believe us, ask your parents they will tell you about the same. She has a huge fan following back then and has worked with most of the big names in the film industry.
Parveen Babi was controversy’s favorite child. She has been mired in several controversies but that has not stopped her. There are several people, who are still fans of the actress. The actress was a trendsetter and changes the way people used to think about Indian Women. She became fan favorite of many men and women in no time. Women used to idolize her for her grace, intelligence, and independent nature.
On the eve of her 69th birth anniversary, we are going to talk about Parveen Babi and how she changed the Indian cinema.
1. Strong And Independent Actress
Those were the days when women had to live a restrained life wearing only ethnic wears. She brings a cultural change and expressed her independence through clothes.
2. She Was First Indian To Appear On Time Magazine
We told you she was a trendsetter, the actress inspired several women in the country with her portrayal of strong and independent characters on silver screen. She was the first Indian to appear on the cover of Time Magazine.
3. She Donned Bikini At That Time
Currently, the sculpted and perfectly toned body is kind of obsession for Bollywood actress, all thanks to the tabloid. Imagine, Parveen Babi showed her perfectly toned body in bikini at those days.
4. She Introduced Carefree And Plunging Necklines
Come on! Is there someone, who is not awestruck by Babi’s look in blockbuster film Shaan? She made everyone go to the knee with her hot and sizzling look in a white and silver gown. People can’t get enough of the song Pyaar Karne Wale even now.
5. She Kept It Simple
Parveen Babi was one of the hottest actresses of that time, who always kept it minimal. She can always be seen in minimum accessories. Check out the above picture to see what we are talking about. The actress looks astonishing in plain red and gold outfit. The picture is from the film Do Aur Do Paanch.
6. She Was A True Fashionista
Parveen Babi knew when to be modest and when to be glamorous. The above picture is proof of the same. Her Arabain outfit style is something to die for.
7. She Brought A New Era Of Sensuality Into Bollywood
Popular Bollywood yesteryear actor Jeetendra was quoted saying to Independent, “She represented the Bohemian Indian woman in films, unafraid to smoke or drink on screen at a time when this was considered taboo,”
8. Parveen Babi Made Disco Fashion Glamorous
The actress ruled the industry for a reason, she has all the quality of a female lead. She was one of the best actresses, who can express a lot through her eyes and facial expression.
9. Her Looks From The 70s Are Still A Trend
Her look in film Ameer Aadmi Gareeb Aadmi introduced the trends of using headbands, which is still pretty popular. You can check out the above picture of Priyanka Chopra from the movie Fashion.
That completes our article. We hope you liked it.
