It is Dhak Dhak girl's birthday today! Born on, 15 May 1967, Madhuri Dixit (now Madhuri Dixit Nene) entered the showbiz industry only to the rule hearts millions of hearts. The actress started her career in 1984 with the film Abodh. But the Bollywood fans started knowing about her after she danced her way to commercial success with "Ek Do Teen" in the film, Tezaab. Since then, she went on to give hits after hits, some being;  Saajan, Beta, Khalnayak, Hum Aapke Hai Kaun, Prahar, Anjaam, Pukar, Devdas to name a few. Now, these are the things that most of you might know by now. But here are some lesser known facts of the 90s diva, that will make you re-watch her films. Madhuri Dixit's Maar Daala from Devdas or Tabaah Ho Gaye from Kalank - Which Song is Your Favourite?.

Before we dive into these facts, let us tell you that we are talking here about one of the most popular and highest paid actresses of Bollywood in 80-90s. Apart from being the dance queen of the industry, she was often called as modern-day Madhubala by her die-hard fans, thanks to her natural beauty and contagious smile. Anyway, let's get into some interesting facts about her.

You know her as an established actor, but do you know her educational background? The beauty with brains has a degree in microbiology. There, now you know it!

 

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Speak about wage-disparity in the industry and Madhuri will show you the way. The actress, back in 90s, demanded and got paid a whopping Rs 2.7 crore for Hum Aapke Hai Kaun. Yes, that was more than what was paid to her male co-star Salman Khan! You go, girl!

 

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She might not be flaunting it, but you ought to know that she has been bestowed upon by the Padma Shri award in 2008.

 

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Okay this one might freak you out a bit.  A celestial body in n the constellation Orion is named after her, according to a certificate from the Star Foundation.

 

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If you think that you are the only one who is obsessing over her, then, stop. You should know that famous asrtist, MF Hussain's craze for her led him to watch Hum Aapke Hai Kaun for 67 times. She also turned into his muse for his paintings.

 

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These were some fascinating facts about industry's favourite Chandramukhi. On the filmy front, she was last seen in Total Dhamaal and Kalank. Well, we would love to watch a bit more of her in the upcoming films, with SHE in the lead. We wish her a happy and blissful year ahead! Happy Birthday, Madhuri!

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