How 'Noorie' turned Poonam Dhillon into a national favourite, says Raza Murad

Raza Murad recently took to social media to celebrate the lasting legacy of Poonam Dhillon’s breakthrough role in "Noorie." He explained that the 1979 romantic drama showcased Dhillon as a pure‑hearted Kashmiri girl, a performance that struck a chord with audiences from Delhi to Delhi‑NCR and beyond, instantly catapulting her to stardom. Murad added that the film’s memorable music and the compelling performances of Farooq Sheikh and Bharat Kapoor added depth to the story. He also pointed out that "Noorie" secured a place among the year’s biggest box‑office earners and later captured international attention, notably achieving remarkable success in the Chinese market in 1981. Murad concluded by praising Dhillon’s timeless beauty and acting grace.