🎬 Rajkumar Kohli: The master of Multi-Starrer and horror Films
Rajkumar kohli was a celebrated bollywood director-producer known for his contribution to multi-starrer and horror cinema, especially in the 1970s and 80s. Here's a glimpse into his life, career, and memorable moments.
🎉 Birth and Early Life
Born on 14 september 1930 in Lahore (now in Pakistan).
Belonged to a film background — his father was also a filmmaker.
Married popular punjabi actress Nishi, whom he met on the sets of Pind Di Kudi (1963).
The couple had two sons – armaan kohli (actor) and Rajnish Kohli.
🎬 Career Beginnings
Started his directorial journey with the punjabi film Sapni in 1963.
Achieved early success with Dulla Bhatti (1966) and Lootera (1970).
Gained national fame with the blockbuster Naagin in 1976.
👻 The horror and Multi-Starrer Era
Pioneered horror and multi-starrer films in Bollywood.
Known for casting big stars like sunil Dutt, dharmendra, Rekha, reena Roy, shatrughan sinha, and Jeetendra.
Major hits included:
Naagin
Jaani Dushman (1979)
Badle Ki Aag
Naukar Biwi Ka
Raj Tilak
Bees Saal Baad
His final directorial film was Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani in 2002.
🐍 Behind the Scenes: Naagin
Used real snakes during the shoot, which scared the cast.
Actress reena Roy once shared how kohli encouraged everyone to overcome their fears.
Known for blending technology and thrill in his films.
🎭 Fun on the Sets
Famous for his humorous and friendly nature on sets.
Resolved on-set arguments with wit — like a light-hearted quarrel between dharmendra and Jeetendra.
Actor shatrughan sinha recalled how kohli was strict during work but shared tea and funny stories afterward.
🕯️ Death and Legacy
Passed away at the age of 93 on 24 november 2023 due to a heart attack.
His funeral was attended by many bollywood celebrities.
Remembered for revolutionizing horror and multi-starrer cinema in India.
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