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Before the borders of India and Pakistan were drawn in 1947, the land was united — culturally, emotionally, and artistically.
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From this undivided India emerged some of the most legendary names in Indian cinema, whose roots trace back to towns and cities that now lie across today’s borders.
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Dilip Kumar Real Name: Muhammad Yusuf Khan Born: Peshawar, North-West Frontier Province (now in Pakistan) Known as the 'Tragedy King' of Bollywood and a pioneer of method acting in India.
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Prithviraj Kapoor Real Name: Prithvinath Kapoor Born: Samundri, Punjab Province (now in Pakistan) Known for: Founding Prithvi Theatre, early Hindi cinema roles Legacy: Patriarch of the Kapoor family; laid the foundation for Hindi cinema theatre culture.
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Raj Kapoor Real Name: Shrishti Nath Kapoor Born: Peshawar, British India (now Pakistan) Known for: Awara, Shree 420, Mera Naam Joker Legacy: Actor, director, and producer — the greatest showman of Indian cinema.
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Dev Anand Real Name: Dharam Devdutt Pishorimal Anand. Born: Shakargarh, Punjab Province (now in Pakistan) Known for: Guide, Jewel Thief, Hare Rama Hare Krishna Legacy: Charismatic romantic hero with his own style and dialogue delivery.
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Balraj Sahni Real Name: Yudhishthir Sahni Born: Rawalpindi, Punjab Province (now in Pakistan) Known for: Do Bigha Zamin, Garam Hawa Legacy: A thinking actor, known for realism and strong social narratives
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Sunil Dutt Real Name: Balraj Dutt; Born: Khurd, Jhelum District (now in Pakistan) Known for: Mother India, Sadhna, Waqt Legacy: Actor, producer, and politician respected across all fields
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