Helen Ann Richardson Khan (born October 22, 1939), known by her mononym Helen, is an Indian former actress and dancer of Anglo-Indian and Burmese descent. In a career spanning 70 years, she has established herself as a prolific performer in Hindi cinema and appeared in over 1000 films. During her heydays, she was cited as one of the most popular nautch and cabaret dancers, and has been a recipient of two Filmfare Awards and a Padma Shri, awarded by the Indian Government. She has also been the inspiration for four films and a book. She even performed onstage in London, Paris, and Hong Kong. Officially announcing retirement in 1983, she has since been appearing in films as guest roles or cameos.
Recent movies
| # | Name | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heroine (2012) | Shagufta Rizvi | 6 |
| 2 | Humko Deewana Kar Gaye (2006) | Kitty Kohli | 5 |
| 3 | Mohabbatein (2000) | Miss Monica | 6.3 |
| 4 | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999) | Sameer's mom | 6 |
| 5 | Khamoshi: The Musical (1996) | Maria Braganza | 7 |
| 6 | Dostana (1980) | Sylvia | 4 |
| 7 | The Great Gambler (1979) | Monica (Dancer) | 6 |
| 8 | Don (1978) | Kamini | 6 |
| 9 | Amar Akbar Anthony (1977) | Fake Daughter At Airport (Guest Appearance) | 5.5 |
| 10 | Sholay (1975) | Gypsy Dancer | 5 |
| 11 | Elaan (1971) | - | 2 |
| 12 | Bombay Talkie (1970) | Heroine in Gold | - |
| 13 | Prince (1969) | Sophia | 5 |
| 14 | Jewel Thief (1967) | Helen | 6 |
| 15 | Teesri Manzil (1966) | Ruby | 4 |
| 16 | Gumnaam (1965) | Miss Kitty | 4 |
| 17 | Gunga Jumna (1961) | Courtesan | 5 |
| 18 | Junglee (1961) | Miss Suku | 4 |
| 19 | Kala Bazar (1960) | - | 3 |
| 20 | Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi (1958) | Dancer / Singer | 4 |
| 21 | Howrah Bridge (1958) | Dancer / Singer | 4 |
| 22 | Nau Do Gyarah (1957) | - | - |
| 23 | Awaara (1951) | Chorus girl | 5 |
