Raaj Kumar Birth Anniversary: 5 Iconic Movies, and Dialogues of the Legendary Actor

RAAJ KUMAR 97TH BIRTH ANNIVERSARY: On what would have been his 97th birthday today, we remember the legendary actor Raaj Kumar, who was celebrated for his distinctive dialogue delivery and commanding screen presence. Throughout his illustrious career in Bollywood, he graced the silver screen in over 70 successful films. Notably, the 1957 film Mother India stands out as one of the few Hindi movies to receive an Oscar nomination. On his birth anniversary, let’s take a nostalgic journey through some of his most unforgettable films and iconic dialogues.

Raaj Kumar’s 97th Birth Anniversary: 5 Iconic Movies

1. Mother India (1957)The Mehboob Khan directorial not only marked India’s debut at the prestigious Academy Awards but was also the highest-grossing film of the era. Although Raaj Kumar played a small role, his presence added depth. The movie also features talented actors like Nargis, Sunil Dutt and Rajendra Kumar.
2. Marte Dam Tak (1987)This Mehul Kumar’s film is a prime example of Raaj Kumar’s exceptional performances, particularly in the role of a gangster. He effortlessly delivered his signature one-liners with ease and showcased his unique side as a gangster.
3. Waqt (1965)Yash Chopra’s film was a groundbreaking Bollywood production that featured multiple actors, which was a new concept during the time. The film is celebrated for its memorable songs and massive box office collection. In the movie, Raaj Kumar’s performance was exceptional, as he earned the Best Supporting Actor award at the 13th Filmfare Award.
4. Saudagar (1991)Subhash Ghai adapted Shakespeare’s timeless classic Romeo and Juliet, for which he brought together two industry veterans, Raaj Kumar and Dilip Kumar. The film also marked the debut of Manisha Koirala and Vivek Mushran. Among the stellar cast, Raaj Kumar’s performance stood out and Saudagar went on to become the highest-grossing film of 1991.
5. Pakeezah (1972)Kamal Amrohi’s classic film is a tale of love and loss that has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. The film featured the charismatic Raaj Kumar alongside Meena Kumari, who brought the film to life with their unforgettable performances. Pakeezah faced numerous obstacles during its production, due to which, the film was delayed for 16 years.

Raaj Kumar’s 97th Birth Anniversary: Famous Dialogues

1 – “Jinke apne ghar sheeshe ke ho, woh dusron par patthar nahi feka karte.” – Waqt

2 – “Na talwar ki dhaar se na goliyon ki bauchaar se, banda darta hai to sirf parvardigar se.” – Tiranga

3 – “Jaani, hum tumhe maarenge, aur zarur maarenge, lekin who banduk bhi hamari hogi, goli bhi hamari hogi aur waqt bhi hamara hoga.” – Saudagar

4 – “Aapke paon dekhe, bahut hasin hain, inhe zameen par mat utaryega maile ho jayenge.” – Paakeezah

5 – “Jab Rajeshwar dosti nibhata hai to afsane likhe jate hain…aur jab dushmani karta hai to taarikh ban jaati hai.” – Saudagar