Cinemaazi remembers O P Ralhan on his death anniversary
20 Apr 1999
Actor, director and writer Om Prakash Ralhan's notable achievements are giving breaks to struggling actors and introducing new artistes in his films. He directed film Mujrim (1958) starring Shammi Kapoor and Ragini. He made Phool Aur Patthar (1966) which became Dharmendra's first golden jubilee hit. Zeenat Aman was first introduced into Bollywood in Hulchul (1971), he also introduced Kabir Bedi in Hulchul. He cast Amitabh Bachchan in Bandhe Haath (1973) when he was new to the industry.
