Updated on: 06 July, 2022 06:11 PM IST |Shweta Shah
Women have been shattering ceilings and stereotypes, one bikini look at a time. These gorgeous 70s actress put on their bold avatar by rocking bikini without giving any damn about what will people say. On this International Bikini Day, lets take you through these undaunted heroines.
1. Parveen Babi
She had a short life but a very bold one. Parveen Babi was never afraid of donning a bikini, if the role demanded. She embraced her body in a way very rare women do, especialy in that era. Becoming the sensation of the 1970's, Parveen donned a bold bikini avatar in her movie Yeh Nazdeekiyaan, released in 1928. Needless to say, the actress stole many hearts and added that oomph factor to the black and white era.
2. Zeenat Aman
The legenadary actress and her bikini looks can still be competitive when it comes to the hotness factor. Zeenat was the first Indian women to be titled as Miss Asia Pacific back in 1970. Who can forget her bold look opposite Dev Anand in Heera Panna Not only did she look mesmerizing, she aced the role - so much so - that the movie crashed the box office to become one of the hits in 1973.
3. Sharmila Tagore
The dimpled-beauty wore a bikini like a boss for the filmfare Magazine in 1966. The following year, she was seen wearing a patterned sky blue one-piece swimsuit in her movie An Evening In Paris. A perfect blend of sensual and suave, Sharmila Ji never always embraced bold roles that defined her career.
4. Neena Gupta
The Masaba-Masaba actress ruled the 1980s era with her bold avatar. She donned a bikini look for her 1984 release Utsav. If there's anything that she still carries from her past, it's her unapologetic and 'I don't give a damn' attitude. A while back, the actress took to Instagram flauting her curves in a strapless bikini. You go, Neena Ji!
5. Mandakini
How can we miss the iconic Mandakini from the list! Adding that oomph factor in a white transparent saree under the waterfall was a bold move in Ram Teri Ganga Maili. It is safe to say she was the highlight of the film. The actress is all set to make a comeback in a music video titled 'Maa-O-Maa'.We absolutely love how these women have rocked bikini looks without caring about their body shape or the society. Shattering stereotypes and shutting up the patriarchy doesn't always need a protest. At times, a sexy two-piece does the job. You go, girls!
