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Known For

Acting

Known Credits

21

Gender

Male

Birthday

null (NaN years old)

Place of Birth

Maharashtra, India

Also Known As

Chandra Mohan

Chandramohan

Biography

Chandramohan (1905–1949) was one of the most compelling and charismatic actors of early Indian cinema, known for his piercing eyes, expressive intensity, and command over dialogue delivery. Born in Narayangaon, Maharashtra, he began his film career with Amrit Manthan (1934), directed by V. Shantaram, where his performance as a scheming high priest instantly established him as a powerful screen presence. His aristocratic features and theatrical background made him a natural fit for historical and mythological roles. He became a mainstay in major productions throughout the 1930s and 40s, notably in Pukar (1939), where he played Emperor Jehangir with a complex blend of authority and humanity. Chandramohan was often cast in morally ambiguous or villainous roles, yet he brought a rare psychological depth to each character—whether as a tortured prince, a tyrant, or a tragic antihero. His performances in Roti (1942), Humayun (1945), and Shaheed (1948) are especially remembered for their theatrical elegance and emotional resonance. Despite his immense talent, Chandramohan’s life was marred by personal struggles, including alcoholism, which led to his untimely death at the age of 44. He left behind a relatively small but deeply influential body of work, and is still regarded as one of the finest character actors of his era—one whose dramatic flair and intense gaze left an indelible mark on early Indian cinema.

Known For

Acting

Pukar

1939

Pukar

as

Shahenshaah Jehangir

Amrit Manthan

1934

Amrit Manthan

as

Rajguru

Amar Jyoti

1936

Amar Jyoti

as

Durjaya

Humayun

1945

Humayun

as

Rajkumar Randhir

Shakuntala

1943

Shakuntala

as

King Dushyanta

Mumtaz Mahal

1944

Mumtaz Mahal

as

Emperor Shah Jahan

Bharosa

1940

Bharosa

as

Rasik

Geeta

1940

Geeta

as

Shankar/Mohan

Fashion

1943

Fashion

as

Yusuf

Dharmatma

1935

Dharmatma

as

Mahant

Apna Ghar

1942

Apna Ghar

as

Narendra

Jwala

1938

Jwala

as

Angar

Roti

1942

Roti

as

Laxmidas

Taqdeer

1943

Taqdeer

as

Justice Jamunaprasad

Raunaq

1944

Raunaq

as

Ramayani

1945

Ramayani

as

Naukar

1943

Naukar

as

Fazlu

Nursemaid Panna

1945

Nursemaid Panna

as

Banbir

Shalimar

1946

Shalimar

as

Emperor Jehangir

Ram Baan

1948

Ram Baan

as

Ravan

Shaheed

1948

Shaheed

as

Seth Rai Bahadur Dwarkadas

Production

Crew

Directing