Ruby Myers
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Ruby Myers (1907 – 10 October 1983), better known by her stage name Sulochana, was an Indian silent film actress and producer of Jewish ancestry, from the community of Baghdadi Jews in India. Being the highest paid movie stars of the 1920s, she was among the early Eurasian female stars of Indian Cinema. In mid-1930s, she opened her own film production house called Rubi Pics. Her most popular films were Typist Girl (1926), Balidaan (1927), and Wildcat of Bombay (1927). She received the Dada Saheb Phalke Award in 1973 for her lifetime contribution to Indian cinema.
Ruby Myers Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ruby Myers reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ruby Myers's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 12% of Ruby Myers's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Kadu Makrani, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ruby Myers Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ruby Myers's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ruby Myers has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Dostana | Nun | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Khatta Meetha | Mrs. Perin Soli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Julie | Ruby Aunty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Insaaniyat | Mrs. Bhalu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Aap Ki Kasam | Girl's Hostel Superintendant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Mahatma and the Mad Boy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Double Cross | Ajay's Mother (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Sharmeelee | Aunt Rosie | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Bombay Talkie | Gopal Ma | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Wild Cat | Wild Cat (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Talash | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Beti | Mrs. Anand (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Pyar Ka Sapna | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Pyar Ka Sapna | Mrs. Myers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Mere Hamdam Mere Dost | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Badrinath Yatra | Satyavati | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Amrapali | Vaishali's Empress | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Teen Devian | Mrs. Pinto | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | April Fool | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Son of India | Paro | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Kadu Makrani | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai | Head Nurse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Kaagaz Ke Phool | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Anari | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Abe Hayat | Maharani (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Falcon | Raj Mata | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Anarkali | Rani Joda Bai | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Jungle | Aunt Sumira | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Veer Ghatotkach | Hidamba (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Shair | Bina's mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Jugnu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Blind Man's Bluff | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Do Ghadi Ki Mauj | Lakshmi (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Anarkali | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Khwab-e-Hasti | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | My Man | Princess Chanda (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Gul Sanobar | Meherangez, Princess of Sistan (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Indira M.A. | Indira (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Sulochana | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Saubhagya Sundari | Sundari (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Madhuri | Madhuri (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Indira B.A. | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Madhuri | Sulochana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Anarkali | Anarkali (as Sulochana) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Sacrifice | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Typist Girl | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Wildcat of Bombay | Wildcat / Usha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Telephone Girl | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Queen of Cinema | Manjari | Flop | Similar → |
Ruby Myers - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ruby Myers?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ruby Myers is "Kadu Makrani" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Ruby Myers acted in?
Ruby Myers has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ruby Myers?
Other notable films include "Mere Hamdam Mere Dost", "Anari", and "Khatta Meetha".