Indian movie stars died in 1995
Here are 7 famous actors from India died in 1995:
Iftekhar
Iftekhar (February 22, 1920 Sialkot-March 4, 1995 Nellore) also known as Ifftikar, Iftikar, Iftekar, Iftekhar Khan, Iftakhar, Iftakar, Ifthekhar, Iftikhar, Iftkhar or Iftekhairul Islam Chowdhury was an Indian actor.
Iftekhar began his career in the film industry as a background extra in the early 1940s. He got his first big role in the 1952 film 'Shabisthan' and went on to act in more than 400 films in his career spanning over four decades.
He was mostly known for his roles as police officers and other law enforcement officials, which earned him the title of 'the most ubiquitous cop in Bollywood', although he also played a variety of other roles. Some of his notable performances can be seen in films such as 'Waqt', 'Deewar', 'Don', and 'Sholay'.
In addition to his acting career, Iftekhar also served as a member of the Parliament in India's Rajya Sabha during the 1960s. He was honored with the Padma Shri award, one of the highest civilian awards in India, in 1990 for his contribution to Indian cinema.
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Jalal Agha
Jalal Agha (November 27, 2014-March 5, 1995 New Delhi) also known as Shri Jalal Agha or Late Jalal Agha was an Indian actor, film director and television director. He had two children, Vanessa Feuerstein and Saleem Christopher Agha Bee.
Jalal Agha was born in India to a family of actors and had acted in various Bollywood films, including the critically acclaimed movie, "Gandhi" directed by Richard Attenborough. Besides acting, he also directed several films like "Take It Easy" and "The Perfect Murder". He had a knack for making movies that were both entertaining and meaningful. Agha had a charismatic personality and his acting abilities were praised by his peers and feature film directors. He was known for his versatility and the ability to portray complex characters. In addition to his career in acting and directing, Jalal Agha also produced and hosted his own television shows. He passed away at the age of 60 due to a heart attack. His contributions to the Indian film industry have been recognized posthumously and he continues to be remembered by his fans and peers.
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Balakrishna
Balakrishna (November 2, 1913 Arsikere-July 19, 1995 Bangalore) also known as Balanna, Hasya Brahma Balakrishna, Hasya Brahma, Balkrishna, T.N. Balkrishana, T. N. Balakrishna or Balakrishna was an Indian actor and film director. He had one child, Ganesh Balakrishna.
Balakrishna started his career as a stage artist and then moved on to the film industry. He acted in over 300 films in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi languages. He was a versatile actor who played various roles such as a comedian, villain, character artist, and hero. Balakrishna was known for his impeccable timing in comedy and was called the "Hasya Brahma" (God of Comedy). He also directed a few films, including "Bhootayyana Maga Ayyu," which won several awards. Balakrishna was awarded the Padma Shri in 1981 for his contribution to Indian cinema. Even after his death in 1995, he is remembered as one of the greatest comedians in Indian cinema history.
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N. N. Pillai
N. N. Pillai (November 27, 2014 Vaikom-November 27, 1995) also known as N.N.Pillai was an Indian playwright, actor, theatre director and orator. He had three children, Vijayaraghavan, Sulochana Pillai and Renuka Pillai.
Pillai was born in Vaikom, Kerala, India and completed his education in Chennai. He started his career as a teacher but later on, he pursued his passion for acting and theatre. In 1950, he founded the drama troupe "Nataka Kairali" which went on to become one of the most prominent theatre groups in Kerala.
Pillai was known for his humorous and satirical plays which addressed social issues related to caste, religion, and politics. Some of his famous plays include "Premacharitham", "Thuvanathumbikal", "Adhyapika", and "Muttathuvarkey". He also acted in several movies and won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor in 1972 for his performance in the film "Uttarayanam".
Apart from his contribution to theatre and cinema, Pillai was also known for his oratory skills. He was a gifted speaker and his speeches ranged from socio-political issues to spirituality. He was a follower of the Advaita Vedanta philosophy and his spiritual discourses reflected his deep understanding of the subject.
Pillai's contributions to theatre and art were recognized by the government of India when he was awarded the Padma Shri in 1994. He passed away on his 80th birthday in 1995.
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Bharat Rangachary
Bharat Rangachary (November 27, 2014 Mumbai-July 4, 1995 Mumbai) also known as Bharat Rungachary or Late Shri. Bharat Rangachari was an Indian actor and film director.
He started his career in the film industry as an assistant director to K. Asif in the film Mughal-e-Azam (1960). He later directed several popular films such as Gambler (1971), Victoria No. 203 (1972), and Dhuen Ki Lakeer (1974).
Apart from his directing career, Rangachary was also a prolific actor and appeared in more than 50 Hindi films. Some of his notable roles include his performance in the film Umang (1970) for which he won the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award.
Rangachary was also actively involved in theatre and was one of the founding members of the Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA). He was also a prolific writer and wrote several plays and screenplays during his career.
Although he passed away in 1995, Rangachary's contributions to Indian cinema continue to be remembered and celebrated.
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Thoogudeepa Srinivas
Thoogudeepa Srinivas (November 27, 2014 British Raj-October 16, 1995) otherwise known as Mysore Srinivas was an Indian actor. He had three children, Darshan Thoogudeep, Divya Thoogudeepa and Dinakar Thoogudeepa.
Srinivas was born in the city of Mysore in British India. He began his film career in the late 1940s, and went on to act in over 300 films in a career that spanned five decades. He was known for his roles in films such as "Minchina Ota", "Bangarada Manushya", and "Mallammana Pavada". Srinivas' son, Darshan Thoogudeep, followed in his footsteps and went on to become a prominent actor in the Kannada film industry. Srinivas was also a stage actor who performed in numerous plays. He received several awards for his contributions to the film industry, including the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor in 1979. Srinivas died in 1995 at the age of 80.
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Sajjad Hussain
Sajjad Hussain (June 15, 1917 Sitamau-July 21, 1995) also known as Sajjad, Sayed Hussain or Sajjad Hussain was an Indian film score composer and actor. His children are called Mustafa Hussain, Yusuf Hussain, Noor Mohammad, Nasir Ahmmad and Abdul Karim.
Sajjad Hussain started his career in the 1930s and went on to score the music for over 50 Bollywood films. He was known for his melodious and innovative style of music that blended Indian classical music with Western arrangements. Some of his most popular soundtracks include the songs from the films 'Barsaat', 'Amar', and 'Shardhanjali'.
Besides composing music, Sajjad Hussain also ventured into acting and appeared in a few films like 'Rustam Sohraab', 'Railway Platform', and 'Mere Huzoor'. He also worked as a music director for a couple of films in Pakistan.
Sajjad Hussain was a recipient of several awards including the Filmfare Award for Best Music Director for the film 'Choti Bahen'. He was also honored with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1986 for his contribution to Indian music.
In his later years, Sajjad Hussain suffered from a stroke, which left him paralyzed. He breathed his last on July 21, 1995, at the age of 78, leaving behind a rich legacy of music that is still cherished by music lovers across the world.
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