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Facts

Born December 6, 1945 (age 80) • Lahore
Awards And Honors BAFTA (1999)
Notable Works “Bandit Queen” • “Elizabeth: The Golden Age” • “Elizabeth” • “Mr. India” • “The Four Feathers”

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