Nazir Hussain
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- May 15, 1922 in Usia Dildarnagar, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, British India
- Died
- October 16, 1987
- Active Years
- 1949–1983 (35 Years)
- Total Credits
- 111 credits in database
Biography
Nazir Hussain, also credited as Nasir Hussain, was born on May 15, 1922, in Usia Dildarnagar, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, British India, and passed away on October 16, 1987, at the age of 65. He was an Indian film actor, director, and screenwriter. Before his career in film, he was associated with the Azad Hind Fauz set up by Subhas Chandra Bose. Hussain was famous as a character actor in Hindi cinema, acting in almost 500 films, and he was also a pioneer of Bhojpuri cinema. Actor Dev Anand starred in a large proportion of the films in which Hussain acted. His known credits in the database include acting, and his career influenced both screen performance and storytelling structure.
Career overview
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Names: Nazir Hussain, also credited as Nasir Hussain.
Dates: 15 May 1922 – 16 October 1987.
Roles: Indian film actor, director, screenwriter.
Specialization: Famous as a character actor in Hindi cinema.
Bhojpuri Cinema: Pioneer of Bhojpuri cinema.
Film Count: Acted in almost 500 films.
Collaborations: Dev Anand starred in a large proportion of the films he acted in.
Other details: Born in Usia Dildarnagar, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, British India (or Usian village near Dildarnagar). Associated with Azad Hind Fauz set up by Subhas Chandra Bose.
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Nazir Hussain, who was also credited as Nasir Hussain, was an Indian film actor, director, and screenwriter. Born on May 15, 1922, in Usia Dildarnagar, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, British India, he was previously associated with the Azad Hind Fauz set up by Subhas Chandra Bose. Hussain passed away on October 16, 1987.
Paragraph 2: Acting Career.
Hussain was a well-known character actor in Hindi cinema and is recognized as a pioneer of Bhojpuri cinema. Throughout his career, he acted in almost 500 films. A significant portion of the films in which he appeared featured Dev Anand in a starring role. His work in the industry combined performance with creative authorship, influencing both screen presence and storytelling structures.
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Hussain was a well-known character actor in Hindi cinema and is recognized as a pioneer of Bhojpuri cinema. Throughout his career, he acted in almost 500 films. A significant portion of the films in which he appeared featured Dev Anand in a starring role. His work in the industry combined performance with creative authorship, allowing him to influence both screen presence and storytelling structures."
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Names: Nazir Hussain, Nasir Hussain.
Dates: 15 May 1922 – 16 October 1987.
Birthplace: Usia Dildarnagar, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, British India.
Roles: Actor, director, screenwriter.
Character actor in Hindi cinema.
Pioneer of Bhojpuri cinema.
Almost 500 films.
Dev Anand starred in a large proportion of his films.
Associated with Azad Hind Fauz (Subhas Chandra Bose).
Career combined performance with creative authorship.
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Frequent co-stars
Career timeline
Full Filmography
111 titles- Mazdoor (1983) as Mr. Sinha
- Faraib (1983) as Mr. Khanna
- Dharam Kanta (1982)
- Meharbaani (1982)
- Kali Ghata (1980) as Rai Bahadur Satpal Singh
- The Burning Train (1980) as Mr. Verma
- Abdullah (1980) as Blind Man
- Garam Khoon (1980) as Mr Sood
- Balam Pardesia (1979) Director
- Sone Ka Dil Lohe Ke Haath (1978)
- Amar Akbar Anthony (1977) as Catholic Priest
- Aafat (1977) as Din Dayal
- Agent Vinod (1977) as Ashok Saxena
- Ram Bharose (1977)
- Dhoop Chhaon (1977) as Choudhary
- Bairaag (1976) as Priest
- Mehbooba (1976)
- Tapasya (1976)
- Qaid (1975) as Rai Bahadur Tulsinath
- Dulhan (1974)
- Prem Nagar (1974) as Lata's Father
- Vachan (1974)
- Anokhi Ada (1973)
- Jwar Bhata (1973) as Durga Das Prasad
- Heera (1973) as Magistrate (Heera's dad)
- Jugnu (1973) as Shyam's Father
- Lalkar (1972) as Colonel Choudhury
- Wafaa (1972) as Thakur
- Sanjog (1972) as Seema's Father
- Bombay to Goa (1972) as Atmaram (Mala's Father)
- Mere Jeevan Saathi (1972) as Lalaji (Jyoti's Father)
- Anuraag (1972)
- Kati Patang (1971) as Diwan Dinanath
- Sharmeelee (1971) as Father Joseph
- Duniya Kya Jane (1971)
- Samaj Ko Badal Dalo (1970) as Satyanarayan
- Abhinetri (1970) as Dr. Niranjan Das
- Humjoli (1970) as Roopa's dad
- Geet (1970) as Dindayal
- Prem Pujari (1970)
- Khamoshi (1969) as Dr. Colonel Saab
- Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke (1969) as Lala Jugal Kishore
- Badi Didi (1969)
- Chirag (1969)
- Jahan Pyar Miley (1969) as Mr. Diwan Bahadur
- Ankhen (1968)
- Dil Aur Mohabbat (1968) as Police Commissioner G.P. Varma
- Aulad (1968) as Dinu
- Hare Kanch Ki Chooriyan (1967)
- Jewel Thief (1967)
- Ram Aur Shyam (1967) as ded Andzhany
- Chandan Ka Palna (1967) as Harikishan Rai
- Shagird (1967)
- Palki (1967) as Jafferbhai Godiwala
- Preet Na Jane Reet (1966) as Ashok's father
- Do Dilon Ki Dastaan (1966)
- Love is life (1966)
- Tasveer (1966) as Baba
- Bhoot Bungla (1965) as Shyamlal
- Arzoo (1965) as Diwan Kishan Kishore
- Mere Sanam (1965) as Mr. Mehra
- Rishte Naate (1965)
- Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964) as Mr. Choudhry
- Bahurani (1964)
- Kashmir Ki Kali (1964) as Dinu
- Aap Ki Parchhaiyan (1964) as Dinanath Chopra
- Ganga Ki Lahren (1964) as Diwan Saab(Ashok's father)
- Leader (1964)
- Shagoon (1964) as Rai Saheb
- Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1963) as Master Ramdas
- Dil Hi To Hai (1963) as Khan Bahadur
- Laagi Nahi Chhute Ram (1963)
- Laagi Nahi Chhute Ram (1963) Screenplay
- Hamrahi (1963) as Public Prosecutor Dharamdas
- Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam (1962)
- Anpadh (1962)
- Asli Naqli (1962) as Dwarkadas
- O Mother Ganga I Will Offer You a Yellow Cloth (1962)
- O Mother Ganga I Will Offer You a Yellow Cloth (1962) Screenplay
- Dr. Vidya (1962)
- Gunga Jumna (1961) as Police Superintendent
- Chhaya (1961) as Seth Jagatnarayan Chaudhary
- Aas Ka Panchhi (1961)
- The Test (1960) as Nivaran / Postmaster
- Bombai Ka Babu (1960)
- Apna Haath Jagannath (1960)
- Shriman Satyawadi (1960) as Champalal
- Main Nashe Mein Hoon (1959) as Dharam Das Khanna
- Dil Deke Dekho (1959) Director
- Insaan Jaag Utha (1959)
- Kangan (1959) as Mohan Das
- Raat Ke Rahi (1959) as James
- Kala Pani (1958) as Inspector Mehta
- Yahudi (1958) as Brutus
- Raagini (1958)
- Aakhri Dao (1958) as Dharam Das
- Parvarish (1958) as Thakur Jaswant Singh
- Naya Daur (1957) as Seth Maganlal
- Bada Bhai (1957)
- Musafir (1957) as Madhav
- Mai Baap (1957)
- Aawaz (1956) as Mr. Bhatnagar / Masterji
- Devdas (1955)
- Bandish (1955) as Mahendra
- Amanat (1955)
- Parineeta (1953) as Gurcharan Babu
- Two Acres of Land (1953) as Rickshaw Puller
- Jeewan Jyoti (1953) as Dr. Abdul Hamid
- Maa (1952) as Bhanu's & Raju's dad
- Mahal (1949) as Kamini's father
- Roos Gailen Saiyen Hamaar Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Nazir Hussain best known for?
Nazir Hussain is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Find Me in Paris (2018), Time After Time (2015), sonntags – TV fürs Leben (2016), Naya Daur (1957).
When and where was Nazir Hussain born?
Nazir Hussain was born on May 15, 1922 in Usia Dildarnagar, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, British India. They passed away on October 16, 1987.
How many credits does Nazir Hussain have?
Nazir Hussain has accumulated over 111 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1949 to 1983.
What is Nazir Hussain's background in cinema and television?
Nazir Hussain, also credited as Nasir Hussain, was born on May 15, 1922, in Usia Dildarnagar, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, British India, and passed away on October 16, 1987, at the age of 65. He was an Indian film actor, director, and screenwriter. Before his career in film, he was associated with the Azad Hind Fauz set u...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Two Acres of Land (1953) as Rickshaw Puller — aged about 31
- Naya Daur (1957) as Seth Maganlal — aged about 35
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