Persis Khambatta, a name synonymous with India’s glamour and international recognition, brought glory to the nation by winning the Femina Miss India title and later making a mark in Hollywood with her courage and talent.

Even former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi hailed her as the ‘Pride of India.’ Khambatta boldly demonstrated that an actress could look glamorous and attractive on screen, even with a shaved head.

Born in Mumbai on October 2, 1948, Persis Khambatta was not only a beauty icon but also a courageous artist, deeply rooted in her family’s traditional yet progressive values. She made history by being the first Indian to present an Oscar award.

Persis Khambatta came from a family that was traditional yet progressive. In 1997, she published the anthology Pride of India , writin

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