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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
Related Other Pages:
- 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
The Activist Artiste
May 11, 2013 2:41 am
On his 100th birth anniversary,a film festival looks at Balraj Sahnis contribution to cinema and public life through a retrospective.
The Activist Artiste
May 10, 2013 3:41 am
A film festival looks at Balraj Sahnis contribution to cinema and public life.
The Activist Artiste
May 10, 2013 12:17 am
On his 100th birth anniversary,a film festival looks at Balraj Sahnis contribution to cinema and public life through a retrospective.
See Saw
August 23, 2012 3:12 am
Coinciding with 100 years of Delhi as Indias capital and 100 years of Indian cinema,Delhi is ready to host the first-ever Delhi International Film Festival (DIFF).
The Unmatched Hit Streak
July 20, 2012 2:05 am
1969: The success of Bandhan,Doli and Ittefaq ensured that he ended on top of the game.
city anchor: Achala Sachdev,Bollywoods original Zohra Jabeen,dies
May 01, 2012 2:10 am
Achala Sachdev,best remembered for playing the screen wife of Balraj Sahni in B R Chopras Waqt,died after respiratory failure in Pune on Sunday evening.
Achala Sachdev,original Zohra Jabeen,is dead
May 01, 2012 12:52 am
Achala Sachdev,best remembered for playing the screen wife of Balraj Sahni in B R Chopras Waqt,died of respiratory failure in Pune on Sunday evening.
Ever since Waqt,she remained Zohra Jabeen to most
May 01, 2012 12:37 am
Achala Sachdev,who was best remembered for playing the screen wife of Balraj Sahni in B R Chopras Waqt,passed away on Monday morning in Pune
Achala Sachdevs condition improves,but unlikely to leave hospital soon
January 10, 2012 3:52 am
Veteran actor Achala Sachdev who is as famous as the song dedicated to her,Ae Meri Zohra Jabeen,in her film Waqt (1965),with Balraj Sahni,tilts her head to smile feebly every time a visitor comes to her ward at the Poona Hospital,to which she was admitted on December 22.
