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From Zeenat to Helen, they broke the mold of glamorous avatars of 1970s Bollywood actresses

TOI Entertainment Desk
| ETimes.in | Last updated on - Jul 31, 2025, 08:00 IST
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Zeenat Aman in Satyam Shivam Sundaram

Zeenat redefined sensuality in this Raj Kapoor film, playing a village girl with a scarred face and an unfiltered attitude. Her see-through sarees and bold scenes stirred nationwide controversy, yet the film became iconic.

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Helen in Don

Although she started as an item girl, Helen’s role in Don blended glam and gravitas. Her cabaret performance “Yeh Mera Dil” is still considered one of the most iconic and seductive songs in Hindi cinema.

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Neetu Singh in Khel Khel Mein

Youthful and vivacious, Neetu Singh brought freshness and glamour to the screen, especially in her Western outfits and college-girl persona. Her chemistry with Rishi Kapoor and playful screen vibe stood out.

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Parveen Babi in Amar Akbar Anthony

Known for her Westernized image, Parveen Babi dazzled in glamorous outfits and played a modern Christian girl opposite Amitabh Bachchan. Her on-screen fashion became trendsetting in urban India.

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Rekha in Do Anjaane

Before her transformation into a regal diva, Rekha stunned audiences with her glamorous role in this drama. Her elegant saris, bold makeup, and strong screen presence marked her early style evolution.

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