Indian movie stars died at 31
Here are 2 famous actors from India died at 31:
Norman Chappell
Norman Chappell (April 5, 2015 Lucknow-July 21, 1983) also known as The Cast was an Indian actor.
Chappell was known for his work in Hindi and Marathi films. He started his career in the film industry as a child artist in the 1920s and went on to act in more than 100 films. He was also a trained classical singer and his voice can be heard in some of his films. Chappell was a popular character actor and often played negative roles. He received critical acclaim for his performances in films like "Devdas" (1955) and "Do Aankhen Barah Haath" (1957). Apart from acting, he was also involved in theatre and directed several plays. He was honored with the Padma Shri award in 1973 for his contribution to Indian cinema.
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Nazir Ahmed Khan
Nazir Ahmed Khan (April 5, 2015 Lahore-August 28, 1983 Lahore) a.k.a. Nazir, Nazir Ahmed Shah, Nazir Sahib, Bao Jee or Nazir Ahmad Khan was an Indian actor, film producer and film director. He had five children, Afzal Nazir, Suraiya Nazir, Akhtar Nazir, Aslam Nazir and Ismat Nazir.
Nazir started his acting career in silent movies and rose to fame in the 1930s with the advent of talkies. He acted in over 275 films and also produced and directed several movies. He is considered one of the pioneers of the Pakistani film industry.
Nazir was also known for his philanthropy and social work. He served as the president of the Pakistan Actors Guild and was involved in several charities, particularly those focused on education and healthcare. In recognition of his contributions, he was awarded the prestigious Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Star of Excellence) by the government of Pakistan in 1983, the year of his death.
Nazir was also a talented musician and was known for his beautiful singing voice. He sang for several of his films and collaborated with other renowned musicians of the time.
Despite his success in the film industry, Nazir remained humble and grounded throughout his life. He was known for his kindness and generosity towards his colleagues and fans. His legacy continues to inspire generations of actors and filmmakers in Pakistan and beyond.
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