Helen
Acting
Biography
Helen Ann Richardson Khan (born October 22, 1939), known by her mononym Helen, is an Indian former actress and dancer of Anglo-Indian and Burmese descent. In a career spanning 70 years, she has established herself as a prolific performer in Hindi cinema and appeared in over 1000 films. During her heydays, she was cited as one of the most popular nautch and cabaret dancers, and has been a recipient of two Filmfare Awards and a Padma Shri, awarded by the Indian Government. She has also been the inspiration for four films and a book. She even performed onstage in London, Paris, and Hong Kong. Officially announcing retirement in 1983, she has since been appearing in films as guest roles or cameos.
Filmography 243
Movies (238)
Heroine2012Shagufta Rizvi
Jodi Breakers2012
Dunno Y Na Jaane Kyun...2010
Marigold2007
Humko Deewana Kar Gaye2006Kitty Kohli
Anjaane: The Unkown2005Aunty
Dil Ne Jise Apna Kahaa2004Dhani's Grandmother
Shararat2002Anuradha Mathur
Mohabbatein2000Miss Monica
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam1999Sameer's mom- Desperately Seeking Helen1999Self (archive footage)
Khamoshi: The Musical1996Maria Braganza
Akayla1991Seema's Mother
Bond 3031985
Pakhandee1984
Ayaash1982
Sawaal1982
Troyee1982Bar Dancer
Chorni1982Dancer
Shakka1981Janki
Sannata1981
Bulundi1981Item dancer in "Tera Dil O Re Babu"
Humkadam1980Suzie John
Dostana1980Sylvia
Bombay 405 Miles1980Rita (Master's wife)
Ram Balram1980Tara Bai
Abdullah1980Item Dancer
Billa1980Reena
Garam Khoon1980Dancer
Raakhi Ki Saugandh1979
Shows (5)
Brown2026Aunt Bertha
Angry Young Men2024Self
The Kapil Sharma Show2016Herself
Comedy Nights Bachao2015Self
Indian Idol2004Self