From ‘Sapanon Ka Saudagar’ to ‘Dream Girl’: milestones of a legend

Hema Malini debuted in 1968 with “Sapanon Ka Saudagar” and over six decades headlined hits such as “Seeta Aur Geeta,” “Sholay,” “Dream Girl,” “Satte Pe Satta,” “Kranti,” and “Bagban.” Beyond film, she directed and performed Bharatanatyam productions like “Meera” and “Ganga,” cementing her status as a cultural ambassador.