Multiple choice

Who among the following was the first lady of the Indian silver screen?

  1. Madhu Bala

  2. Noorjehan

  3. Suraiya

  4. Devika Rani Roerich
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Explanation

Devika Rani Roerich (1908-1994) was a pioneering Indian actress and film personality who worked in the 1930s and 1940s. She's widely recognized as the 'First Lady of Indian Cinema' for being the first female superstar and her trailblazing contributions to Indian cinema. She co-founded Bombay Talkies and was married to filmmaker Himanshu Rai. Madhubala, Noorjehan, and Suraiya were all famous actresses from later eras.

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