Parveen Rizvi, better known as Sangeeta is one of the most renowned actresses in Pakistan. The 76-year-old Pakistani actress is known for her exceptional acting skills. Apart from ruling the television industry with her acting chops, not many are aware of the fact that she is also a renowned filmmaker, who has directed a series of films and drama series.
It was in 1969 when Sangeeta first appeared on the big screen as a child artist in the film, Koh-e-Noor, and Agha Hussaini directed it. Since then, she has been a part of Pakistani cinema. From directing a series of hit television dramas to featuring in a lot of movies as an actress, Sangeeta has been one of the most successful celebrities in Pakistan.
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However, there are a series of interesting facts about Sangeeta’s life and professional career that every Pakistani and especially Indian, needs to know. So, without further ado, let’s explore the rare facts about Sangeeta.
Parveen Rizvi, better known as Sangeeta was born on June 14, 1947, in Karachi, British India (now Pakistan). Talking about her parents, Sangeeta’s mother, Mehtab Rizvi was in the show business, while the profession of her father, Tayyab Hussain Rizvi is unknown. Not only this, Sangeeta’s sister, Nasreen Rizvi, better known as Kaveeta is also a part of Pakistani cinema.
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In a career spanning more than four decades, Sangeeta has been a part of so many memorable films, but there are a few films that just speak volumes about her acting talent. Some of the best films of Sangeeta’s career as an actress include the likes of Yeh Aman, Mutthi Bhar Chawal, Naam Mera Badnaam, Society Girl, Pukar, Kala, and Joora.
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The Pakistani film industry, known as Lollywood has a lot of respect for Sangeeta as she has not only contributed a lot as an actress but has also given Pakistani cinema some of its most famous films. There are a series of superb films directed by Sangeeta. However, if we really get into the details to talk about her career-defining films, then there are some special movies. It includes the likes of Mutthi Bhar Chawal, Nikah, Society Girl, Mian Biwi Razi, Qayamat, Tarap, Gulabo and Sirf Tum Hi Ho.
The famous Pakistani actress, Sangeeta’s professional life is an open book, but it is her personal life that is unknown to so many people. For the unversed, Sangeeta’s first marriage was with popular Pakistani actor, Humayun Qureshi. Together, the ex-couple welcomed a baby girl after some years of their marriage. However, soon cracks started appearing in their happy married life, and Sangeeta and Humayun decided to opt for divorce.
After her divorce from Humayun Qureshi, Sangeeta moved forward in life and gave love and marriage a second chance after she met famous business tycoon, Naveed Akbar Butt. The two hit off instantly, and after dating each other for some time, Sangeeta and Naveed got married. The couple welcomed two daughters, but soon they started facing a lot of irreconcilable issues in their marriage. Despite their best efforts, Sangeeta and Naveed decided to part ways, and she was the one, who took the custody of their two daughters.
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The most lesser-known and astonishing fact about Sangeeta is that she is the aunt of late Bollywood actress, Jiah Khan. Yes! You read it right. The iconic Pakistani actress and director is a family relative of Jiah, which isn’t a very well-known fact about her in both Pakistan and India.
Parveen Rizvi, better known as Sangeeta is one of the biggest and iconic personalities in Lollywood. Over the years, she has been a part of so many big-budget films and television shows, which made her earn a lot of money. As per multiple reports, Sangeeta is the richest Hindu woman in Pakistan and is also one of the richest people in the neighbourhood country. If the reports are to be believed, Sangeeta earns Rs. 39 crores per year, which makes her one of the richest people in Pakistan. Although the exact figure of her net worth isn't mentioned in the public domain, one can imagine it just by having a look at her whopping earnings per year.
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