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Balraj Sahni
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- Born 1 May 1913
- Place of Birth Rawalpindi
- Occupation Stage Actor, Film Actor, Autobiographer, Screenwriter, Writer, Film Director
- Siblings Bhisham Sahni
- Education Government College University
- Years active 1946-1973
- Children Parikshit Sahni
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- Jallian Wala Bagh,
- Bhisham Sahni,
- Do Bigha Zameen
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ABOUT Balraj Sahni
Balraj Sahni: A Stalwart of Indian Cinema Balraj Sahni (1913-1973), born Yudhishthir Sahni, remains a towering figure in Indian cinema, celebrated for his nuanced portrayals and impactful performances. His career, spanning several decades, showcased a remarkable range, seamlessly transitioning between stage and screen. While his brother, Bhisham Sahni, achieved prominence as a writer and playwright, Balraj carved his own niche as a method actor, known for his realism and understated intensity. Sahni's filmography is a testament to his versatility. He delivered memorable performances in Dharti Ke Lal (1946), a poignant depiction of rural life, and Do Bigha Zameen (1953), a landmark film exploring agrarian struggles. His roles in Chhoti Bahen (1959), Kabuliwala (1961), Waqt (1965), and Garm Hava (1973), released posthumously, further solidified his reputation for portraying complex characters with remarkable depth and sensitivity. Garm Hava, in particular, showcased his ability to convey the emotional turmoil of a character grappling with societal upheaval. Sahni's legacy extends beyond his impressive body of work; he embodied the values of a dedicated artist, committed to his craft and the realistic depiction of human experience. His contribution to Indian cinema remains unparalleled, marking him as one of its most respected and influential actors.
Balraj Sahni FILMS AND CREDITS
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BALRAJ SAHNI NEWS
'We were told to pack up and leave, they said we'll kill you': Parikshit Sahni recalls 'bombs going off' while shooting in Kashmir in the 1980s
October 15, 2025 9:35 pm
Parikshit Sahni recalled his experiences working on the television serial Gul Gulshan Gulfaam and the struggles the team faced while making it amid the tense and volatile situation in Kashmir at the time.
Funeral at Nargis' house made Balraj Sahni feel like a 'corpse', got special permission from cops during jail time to shoot a film
May 01, 2025 8:10 am
Balraj Sahni was jailed for six months in 1949 and producer K Asif took special permission from the police so Balraj could shoot a film during his jail time.
Nirmala Sitharaman targets Congress: Why were artists Majrooh Sultanpuri and Balraj Sahni arrested during the Nehru era?
December 18, 2024 11:53 am
Sitharaman said in Parliament that shortly after Independence, prominent film artists were arrested for criticising Nehru. What exactly happened?
Garm Hava was the antithesis of Gadar 2, where one's nationality didn't make them the villain
August 12, 2023 7:54 am
Garm Hava is set in the post-independence India where a Muslim family is struggling to find acceptance in a land they always called their own.
Balraj Sahni's biography 'The Non-Conformist' to be written by his son
July 22, 2019 11:43 am
The foreword will be written by Amitabh Bachchan where he will share his working experiences with Balraj Sahni, and will also shed light on the latter's immense contribution to Indian cinema.
No actor of Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Balraj Sahni's level now: Javed Akhtar
December 01, 2015 10:59 am
Javed Akhtar feels there is no one of the calibre of Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan or Balraj Sahni in this generation.
Shabana Azmi remembers Balraj Sahni on his 102nd birth anniversary
May 01, 2015 1:45 pm
Remembering actor Balraj Sahni on his 102th birthday anniversary, Shabana Azmi appreciated his performance in film 'Garm Hawa'.
The memory of loss
November 20, 2014 12:17 am
The filming of ‘Garam Hawa’ was cathartic for its makers, each of whom had been irreversibly touched by Partition.
Late Farooque Sheikh appreciates 'Garm Hawa' in video message
November 14, 2014 6:40 pm
Late Farooque Sheikh's acting has captivated the audience again with the re-release of his debut film "Garm Hawa" on Friday.
Balraj Sahni gave the last lines in 'Garm Hava': M S Sathyu
May 20, 2013 2:47 pm
The film was selected for Cannes Film Festival in 1974.
