Sajjan was an American actor who is best known for Kabuliwala (1961), Talaaq (1958), and Vikram Betaal (1985). He was born on January 15, 1921, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, and passed away on May 17, 2000.
Personal and Family Life
Sajjan had two sons, one of whom, Shekhar Purohit, also became an actor. His second son, Suraj, acted alongside Jaya Bhadhuri in the film Bawarchi. He began his career as an extra in the 1940s and appeared in many films throughout his life.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Sajjan acted in approximately 150 films starting from the 1940s. He is particularly remembered for his role as Betaal in the popular television series Vikram Betaal, which aired in 1985. His debut film was Dhanyawaad, released in 1948.
Death and Legacy
Sajjan passed away on May 17, 2000. His legacy continues through his work in films and television, and he is fondly remembered by fans and the film community for his memorable performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| सावन की घटा | 1966-01-01 | Bansilal |
| दोस्ताना | 1980-10-17 | Ramnik Lal Tiwari |
| Talaaq | 1958-03-03 | Mangal |
| काबुलीवाला | 1961-12-13 | |
| Phagun | 1973-10-12 | |
| साहिब बीबी और ग़ुलाम | 1962-07-29 | |
| कैद | 1975-05-21 | Mr. Verma |
| Do Boond Pani | 1971-01-01 | Hari Singh |
| Parivar | 1956-01-01 | |
| Prem Pujari | 1970-01-28 | |
| Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi | 1958-02-28 | Prakashchand |
| परिचय | 1954-12-17 | |
| Aashirwad | 1968-06-18 | Ramdas |
| Paying Guest | 1957-01-01 | |
| Agni-Rekha | 1973-06-15 | |
| Anita | 1967-10-10 | |
| Prem Shastra | 1974-01-01 | |
| हमलोग | 1951-09-14 | Anand |
| संग्राम | 1950-12-31 | Lala |
| Farz | 1967-01-01 | |
| Aanchal Ke Phool | 1968-01-01 | Shankar |
| Achha Bura | 1983-09-17 | Jailor |
| कालिया | 1981-12-25 | |
| Hum Do Hamare Do | 1984-07-20 | |
| मज़बूर | 1974-12-06 | |
| दूर गगन की छाँव में | 1964-01-01 | |
| जॉनी मेरा नाम | 1970-11-11 | |
| चोर मचाये शोर | 1974-03-18 | Amritlal |
| पतंगा | 1971-01-01 | Ramu |
| Talaq | 1958-01-03 | |
| Saiyan | 1951-09-21 | Rajjoo |
| Didi | 1959-01-01 | Vinod |
| जब अन्धेरा होता है | 1974-06-03 | Dara |
| Bade Sarkar | 1957-01-01 | Sumer Singh |
| आफ़त | 1977-01-01 | |
| Jhumroo | 1961-01-27 | Banno |
| Tasveer | 1966-10-02 | Ishrat |
| Charas | 1976-05-24 | Jango |
| Chhalia | 1973-05-16 | |
| Farz | 1967-01-01 | Damodar |
| Aman | 1967-01-01 | |
| लाल बंगला | 1966-01-01 | Inspector Shankar |
| Vikram Aur Betaal | Betaal |