Bhisham Sahni biography
Bhisham Sahni was an Indian writer, playwright, and actor, born on 8 August 1915 in Rawalpindi, who died on 11 July 2003.
Bhisham Sahni's screen career began in 1984 with Mohan Joshi Hazir Ho!.
Bhisham Sahni appeared in 3 films and 1 television or streaming title in Hindi and Indian cinema between 1984 and 2002.
Bhisham Sahni is remembered for Tamas.
Honours include Sahitya Akademi Award in Hindi, Padma Bhushan and Lotus Prize for Literature.
- Born
- 8 August 1915
- Died
- 11 July 2003 (aged 87)
- Birthplace
- Rawalpindi
- Work
- Actor, Translator, Children's writer, Playwright, Screenwriter
- Film industries
- Hindi and Indian cinema
- Known for
- Tamas
- Awards
- Sahitya Akademi Award in Hindi
- Padma Bhushan
- Lotus Prize for Literature
- Padma Shri
Bhisham Sahni filmography
3 films and 1 television or streaming title, newest first.
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Mr. and Mrs. Iyer | English | ||
| 1993 | Little Buddha | English | ||
| 1984 | Mohan Joshi Hazir Ho! | Hindi |
Television and streaming
| Year | Title | Role | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Tamas | Hindi |