Hema Malini, born on October 16, 1948, is an iconic Indian actress and BJP MP from Mathura, recognized as the 'Dream Girl' of Bollywood. She has had a successful film career, starring in numerous hit movies and earning accolades like the Padma Bhushan in 1999, while also being active in politics since her nomination to the Rajya Sabha in 2003 and subsequent election in 2014. Hema is married to actor Dharmendra and has two daughters, Esha and Ahana, both involved in the film industry.