Bollywood actor Vidya Balan celebrated her 47th birthday on Thursday, January 1, by sharing a cake-cutting ceremony with the paparazzi in Mumbai. Dressed in black, she appeared cheerful, thanking photographers for their wishes and posing for pictures. Known for her powerful performances in films like 'The Dirty Picture' and 'Kahaani', Balan has received a National Film Award and multiple Filmfare honours for portraying strong female characters.