Tabassum is an Arabic gender-neutral name that means "Smiling." Born as Kiran Bala Sachdev, Tabassum was an Indian actress, talk show host, and YouTuber. Her father named her 'Tabassum', reflecting her mother's religious sentiments, while her official documents carried the name 'Kiran Bala Sachdev.' Tabassum's career began as a child actor and she later gained fame for hosting the first Indian TV talk show, Phool Khile Hain Gulshan Gulshan. She also ventured into film production and writing. Tabassum's husband was Vijay Govil, and their son, Hoshang Govil, followed in the entertainment industry. Tabassum passed away in 2022, leaving behind a legacy of influential work. Her contributions were acknowledged and mourned by various celebrities. Additionally, she left a mark on the digital platform through her YouTube channel, "TabassumTalkies," which continues to be hosted by her son, Hoshang Govil.