Sheila Vaz was an Indian dancer, who died in 2022.
Biography
Sheila Vaz (18 October 1934 – 29 June 2022) was an Indian actress and dancer who appeared in Hindi Cinema in the 1950s. She is best remembered for her dance performances, most notably in the songs "Ramaiya Vastavaiya" from Shree 420 (1955) and "Leke Pehla Pehla Pyar" from C.I.D. (1956).
Often described by fans as a "song specialist", Vaz's work is described as a bridge between the folk traditions and urban Bollywood choreography. She primarily appeared in song sequences, and worked with directors such as Raj Kapoor, Guru Dutt, and Raj Khosla. After a decade-long career spanning over 50 films, she retired in 1961 to lead a private life.
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