Baldev Raj Chopra

Indian film director of 'Mahabharat'

Baldev Raj Chopra - Indian film director of 'Mahabharat'
Born

April 22nd, 1914
111 years ago

Died

2008
17 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

India

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A celebrated Indian film director and producer, influential in the Hindi cinema industry. Founded the production company B. R. Chopra Films and directed several acclaimed films, with a focus on social and mythological themes. Gained recognition for creating the television adaptation of the ancient Indian epic 'Mahabharat', which became a landmark series during the late 1980s. Contributed significantly to Indian cinema through productions that featured strong narratives and rich storytelling.

Directed the series 'Mahabharat'

Produced and directed 'Waqt' (1965)

Directed 'Dastaan' (1972)

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