Rekha
About Rekha
Bhanurekha Ganesan (born 10 October 1954), better known by her stage name Rekha, is an Indian actress who appears predominantly in Hindi films. Acknowledged as one of the finest actresses in Indian cinema, she has starred in more than 180 films and is the recipient of several accolades, including one National Film Award and three Filmfare Awards. She has often played strong and complicated female characters—from fictional to literary—in both mainstream and independent films. Though her career has gone through certain periods of decline, Rekha has gained a reputation for reinventing herself numerous times and has been credited for her ability to sustain her status. In 2010, the Government of India honored her with Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honor.
Filmography(4)
| Film | Release Date | Role | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
Wild Wild Punjab Comedy | 10 Jul 2024 | Tara's Mother | Released |
 Yamla Pagla Deewana: Phir Se Comedy | 31 Aug 2018 | Special Appearance | Average |
 Period. End of Sentence. Documentary | 5 Apr 2018 | Actor | Hit |
 Shamitabh Comedy | 6 Feb 2015 | Self | Released |
Career Timeline
4 films · Debut 2015
Frequent Co-stars(8)
Trailers(3)
Rekha – Career & Contributions to Hindi Cinema
Rekha is one of bollywood's celebrated actors, having contributed to 4 hindi films in the hindi film industry (popularly known as bollywood), headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Throughout their career, Rekha has collaborated with some of bollywood's finest artists, including R. Balki, Rajesh Sharma, Simarpreet Singh. These on-screen partnerships have resonated strongly with bollywood audiences.
Rekha has worked across multiple genres in hindi cinema, including Comedy, Drama, Adventure, Action, Documentary, Short. This versatility has made them a sought-after name across all kinds of bollywood productions.
Rekha made their hindi film debut in 2015 with the film Shamitabh. Since then, they have steadily grown into one of bollywood's most recognised faces, building a loyal fanbase across Odisha and among the global bollywood diaspora.
Follow Rekha's complete filmography, songs, trailers and box office records on The Cinema Verse — the most comprehensive bollywood cinema database online.
FAQs about Rekha
How many hindi films has Rekha acted in?▼
Rekha has been part of 4 hindi films in bollywood, spanning genres such as Comedy, Adventure, Drama.
What is Rekha's most popular hindi film?▼
Rekha's notable hindi films include "Wild Wild Punjab", "Yamla Pagla Deewana: Phir Se", "Period. End of Sentence.". Visit each movie page on The Cinema Verse for detailed cast, songs and review information.
What is Rekha's role in hindi cinema?▼
Rekha works as a Actor in the hindi film industry (bollywood). Bhanurekha Ganesan (born 10 October 1954), better known by her stage name Rekha, is an Indian actress who appears predominantly in Hindi films. Acknow...
When did Rekha debut in bollywood?▼
Rekha made their bollywood debut in 2015 with the film "Shamitabh".
What genres has Rekha worked in?▼
Rekha has worked in Comedy (3 films), Drama (2 films), Adventure (1 film), Action (1 film), Documentary (1 film), Short (1 film) in their hindi film career.