6 rare pictures of birthday girl Rani Mukerji

'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' actor turned 40 today

Rani Mukerji, who started her illustrious Bollywood career in 1997, is touted as one of the most celebrated actors in Indian cinema and deservedly so.

With hit films such as Black, Hum Tum, Saathiya, Yuva and Mardaani under her kitty, she has garnered critical as well as commercial acclaim.

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The actor recently completed 20 years in the film industry and will be making her Bollywood comeback with Yash Raj Films' Hichki, slated to release on March 23, 2018.

Compiled from New18, let's take a look at six unseen pictures of Rani on her 40th birthday.

PHOTO: REUTERSThis picture dates back to 2004 where Rani performed on stage during  'Temptation 2004' in Dubai

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Although you may have seen 2001's Nayak, you probably haven't seen this image. It was taken on set during the shoot in New Delhi.

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Abhishek Bachchan and Rani's relationship was among Bollywood's most mysterious ones. However, they did not hold back from making public appearances together and Rani was often seen with his parents too.

Here, the couple was captured interacting with orphans from tsunami-affected Andaman and Nicobar islands in Mumbai.

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We could never really figure out Rani's style when it came to fashion but one thing is for sure - she definitely knew how to make a statement.

Here, the Kuch Kuch Hota Hai star can be seen leaving director Farah Khan's house in Mumbai after Eidul Fitr celebrations.

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During 2009's 'Being Human' fashion show held in Mumbai, Rani was snapped walking the ramp with Bollywood stars Kareena Kapoor, Sushmita Sen, Salman Khan, Preity Zinta and Katrina Kaif.

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Here, Rani can be seen rocking a pink suit during the release of her 2003 film Calcutta Mail in Mumbai. We're not quite sure whether the traditional jewellery goes with the outfit but we're loving her confidence!

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