From breaking box-office records with Nikah to navigating a tumultuous personal life, Salma Agha’s journey remains one of Bollywood’s most captivating tales.

The Bollywood of the 70s and 80s was home to several unforgettable actresses whose charm could leave audiences mesmerised with just a glance. Among them was Salma Agha, niece of legendary filmmaker Raj Kapoor, whose screen presence quickly made her a household name. Her debut in Nikah, directed by BR Chopra, created waves not just for its storytelling but also for the controversies it sparked.

Nikah: A film that made history

Salma Agha’s breakthrough came with Nikah, a film addressing the sensitive issue of triple talaq. The movie faced 34 legal cases over alleged hurt religious sentiments, yet it became a massive commercial succes

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