Suraiya

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Suraiya Jamal Sheikh (June 15, 1929 – January 31, 2004), known by her mononym Suraiya, was an Indian actress and playback singer who worked in Hindi and Urdu films from 1936 to 1964. Regarded among the finest and most accomplished actresses in the history of Indian cinema, as well as the first female star, she dominated the film industry between mid-to-late 1940s and early 1950s. She was the highest paid film star at the time, being the first to be paid more than her male contemporaries. She was titled "Malika-e-Adakari" (Queen of Acting) and "Malika-e-Husn" (Queen of Beauty). Her status as the first superstar singer-actress of Indian films also earned her the title "Singing Star". Suraiya acted in over 70 films and sang hundreds songs, and even received praises from two Prime Ministers of India. Her enchanting screen presence and mesmerizing glamour has been compared to the likes of Hollywood icons Rita Hayworth, Lana Turner and Ava Gardner.

Most Popular Suraiya Trailers

Total trailers found: 42

Anmol Ghadi Trailer (1946)

11 November 1946

Childhood sweethearts from opposing social standings are separated when one's family moves elsewhere, leaving behind only a watch as a token of their friendship.

Shama Parwana Trailer (1954)

01 January 1954

Gul Mirza is a poet who sings ghazals at Shahenshah Arkat-Ul-Daula's palace and wins the heart of his daughter, Sahebzadi Aalam.

Moti Mahal Trailer (1952)

01 January 1952

In the hilly state of Champa Nagar, the magnificent castle of Rai Saheb Motisagar called "MOTI MAHAL" stands there even today in all its regal glory.

Shair Trailer (1949)

01 January 1949

A poet who has spent life in the village with his childhood sweetheart goes to Bombay to meet a fan of his who is also a popular radio singer.

1857 Trailer (1946)

01 January 1946

Historical fiction drama set during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, also known as the First war of Independence.

Kamal Ke Phool Trailer (1950)

21 September 1950

Against a backdrop of social conservatism, a pure-hearted woman's life becomes a sacrifice to others' rigid traditions and deceitful plots, as she struggles to prove that true integrity—like a Lotus Flower—can bloom untouched even in the deepest mud.

Rustom Sohrab Trailer (1967)

21 June 1967

In the year 720B.C., Rustom, who reigned in Iran- Persia and was known for superhuman strength, married Tehminia, Princess of Samangan.

Pyar Ki Jeet Trailer (1948)

27 August 1948

Radha, a young woman's journey through love, betrayal, and resilience. It explores her experiences with a broken promise of marriage and her subsequent struggle for independence and dignity, all set amidst a backdrop of intertwined romantic relationships and significant musical numbers.

Balam Trailer (1949)

12 August 1949

Basant, the educated son of a landlord, who disguises himself as a poor farmer to investigate corruption among his father’s tenants and, in the process, falls in love with the kind Kamla.

Waris Trailer (1954)

01 January 1954

An inheritance melodrama about Kunwar (Mahmood), the son of zamindar Himmat Singh (Sethi). Kunmar marries Shobha (Suraiya) and is disinherited, forcing him to join the army during WW2.

Nili Trailer (1950)

31 December 1950

A beggar girl Nili lives by singing and begging in the streets and how her life changes after meeting with Kumar.

Parwana Trailer (1947)

01 January 1947

Inder is from a well-educated family but spends his life to help people in need which causes many mis

Rajput Trailer (1951)

04 March 1951

After an oppressive former Raja refuses to surrender his power and continues to abuse his people, a policeman's life is tragically intertwined with a former royal heir when his bride, who is in love with the heir, is forced to marry him, ultimately leading to a family vendetta, kidnapping, and sacrifice.

Sanam Trailer (1951)

20 July 1951

An honest but unemployed young man, Yogen, falls for the wealthy, independent Sadhana after a chance encounter, but his desperate circumstances lead to a crime tried by Sadhana's own father, the prosecutor, creating a profound social and legal barrier to their love.

Naatak Trailer (1947)

01 January 1947

Film starring Shyam Kumar, Suraiya and Amar

Main Kya Karun Trailer (1945)

28 July 1945

Diwana Trailer (1952)

21 May 1952

A young prince named Ashok falls in love with a girl named Lali whom he encounters for the first time while hunting in a forest.

Jeet Trailer (1949)

24 August 1949

India has finally won independence from British rule, and there are signs of progress among the population.

Mirza Ghalib Trailer (1954)

10 December 1954

A fictionalized account of the life of poet and nobleman Mirza Ghalib during the reign of the last Mughal Emperor, told through the lens of his ill-fated love for a beautiful courtesan he called Chaudhvin.

Dastan Trailer (1950)

17 August 1950

Indira (Suraiya) is an orphan brought up the strict and uprighteous Rani (Veena). Indira grows up to be a beauty and is sought by three suitors Raj (Raj Kapoor), Kundan (Al Nasir), and Ramesh (Suresh).

Bari Behen Trailer (1949)

01 January 1949

Shyama (Suraiya) gets a job as a servant so she can pay for her younger sister, Kiran's (Geeta Bali) education in the city.

Vidya Trailer (1948)

01 January 1948

Born in a low-caste family of chamars (cobblers), Chandu alias Chandrashekhar (Dev Anand) helps his father repair shoes and other footware for a small pittance.

Goonj Trailer (1952)

19 December 1952

Goonj is a hindi film released in 1952.

Station Master Trailer (1942)

09 May 1942

A railway employee, Kalicharan, would like Usha, the Station Master of Rangpur Railway Station's daughter, to get married to Niranjan, the DTS of Indian Railways, but Usha has fallen in love with Arun, a Guard with the Railway, wants to marry him, and refuses to marry Niranjan, who is twice as old as her and a widower as well.

Phool Trailer (1945)

10 August 1945

A drama set in a Muslim family. Safhar's inheritance is lost, thanks to his sister-in-law, but he is still expected to complete his late father's work of building a mosque.

Dillagi Trailer (1949)

24 March 1949

Two lovers are separated by the girl's conniving uncle, who marries her off to another man. Heartbroken, the man wanders around aimlessly until a common friend decides to reunite the two lovers.

Hamari Baat Trailer (1943)

01 January 1943

Hamari Baat is a Bollywood film. It was released in 1943.

Dard Trailer (1947)

01 January 1947

Indian classic starring Shyam Kumar, Nusrat and Munawar Sultana

Tadbir Trailer (1945)

01 January 1945

A man's birth is foretold by an astrologer: he will follow a prostitute, wield a knife, and face the gallows.

Shokhiyan Trailer (1951)

01 January 1951

The Portuguese in 16th century India plot to take over the country.

Do Sitare Trailer (1951)

15 June 1951

A wealthy, scheming rival attempts to halt the marriage of Prakash and Rani through blackmail, but the young lovers and their friend execute a cunning counter-scheme to expose the plot and ensure a double wedding.

Char Din Trailer (1949)

07 October 1949

The intense events of a single, fateful four-day period forever change the destiny of two lovers, proving that a lifetime of happiness or sorrow can be decided in just a few, fleeting moments.

Lal Kunwar Trailer (1952)

01 January 1952

At midnight, a village magistrate (Jairaj) turns into a fanged killer in this cross between The Wolfman and Dr.

Mr. Lambu Trailer (1956)

01 January 1956

The plot revolves around the once popular genre of Rakhi relations, a bond between brother and sister.

Jag Biti Trailer (1946)

01 January 1946

A Bollywood film.

Duniya Trailer (1949)

01 January 1949

Directed by S.F. Hasnain, Duniya (1949) is a classic social drama from the golden era of Indian cinema.

Ishara Trailer (1943)

04 June 1943

A love triangle blossoms amidst class divides when a wealthy young man falls for a poor girl, only for a traditional arranged marriage to disrupt their lives and expose the harsh realities of societal expectations.

Singaar Trailer (1949)

12 December 1949

A couple's marriage begins troubling after the doctor carries an extramarital affair with a dancing girl.

Omar Khayyam Trailer (1946)

19 July 1946

The film depicts Omar Khayyam's life, including his rejection of dancer Mahru, which prompts her and rival Ghiyas Beg to persecute him.

Taj Mahal Trailer (1941)

18 December 1941

Taj Mahal tells the epic love story of Prince Khurram (later Emperor Shah Jehan) and Arjumandbano (who becomes Mumtaz Mahal Begum).

Afsar Trailer (1950)

06 January 1950

The story is set in the last era of British rule when after several historical land reforms in the subcontinent, the government faced the gigantic problem of assessing the actual incomes of landlords to net them in for state revenues.

Yateem Trailer (1945)

02 November 1945

A social drama centered on the life and struggles of an orphaned child. The film explore themes of vulnerability, resilience, the search for belonging, or the challenges faced by someone without familial support in society.