Vijay Arora Birthday: Actor Immortalised by 110 Films and Ramayana’s Indrajit

Vijay Arora (27 December 1944 – 2 February 2007) was an Indian actor who appeared in Hindi films and television serials. He is best known for his roles as Meghnad/Indrajit in the film Yaadon Ki Baaraat and the TV serial Ramayan.

Career

Vijay Arora graduated from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in 1971, receiving a gold medal. He made his film debut in 1972 with the film "Zaroorat" alongside newcomer Reena Roy. That same year, he also appeared in "Rakhi Aur Hathkadi" alongside Asha Parekh.

In 1973, his pairing with Zeenat Aman and the famous song "Chura Liya Hai" in the Dharmendra-starrer superhit film "Yaadon Ki Baaraat" brought him immense popularity. That same year, he played Jaya Bhaduri's husband in "Fagun."

After this, he appeared in many popular films-

• Kadambari with Shabana Azmi

• Insaaf (1973) with Tanuja

• '36 Ghante' (1974) with Parveen Babi

• 'Naatak' (1975) with Moushumi Chatterjee

Renowned director Hrishikesh Mukherjee gave him the lead role in Sabse Bada Sukh (1972). His other notable films included Roti (1974), Jeevan Jyoti (1976, opposite Bindiya Goswami —a surprise hit of that year), Sargam (1979), Bade Dil Wala (1983), Jaan Tere Naam (1992), and Indian Babu (2003). His roles in later films were relatively smaller.

Vijay Arora made a spectacular comeback to the small screen in the late 1980s. His role as Meghnad/Indrajit in Ramanand Sagar 's "Ramayana" gained him new recognition. He also appeared as Salim/Emperor Jahangir in Shyam Benegal's "Bharat Ek Khoj."

In 2001, he appeared in TV series like "Lakeerein," "Talaash," and Ketan Mehta's "Pradhanmantri." He also appeared in Vijay Anand's directorial "Jaana Na Dil Se Door."

Vijay Arora also worked in Gujarati cinema—such as "Raja Harishchandra" (with Madhuri Dixit). He was also active in Hindi and Gujarati theatre. In his career, he appeared in over 110 films and over 500 TV episodes.

Private life

Vijay Arora was married to Dilbar Debara, a former model and Miss India. They have a son, Farhad. He died at his residence on February 2, 2007, of a stomach ailment.

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FAQs

Who was Vijay Arora?

Vijay Arora was a famous actor of Hindi films and TV, who is especially known for his role of Meghnad (Indrajit) in the film 'Yaadon Ki Baaraat' and the TV serial 'Ramayana'.

When and where was Vijay Arora born?

He was born on 27 December 1944 in India.

Where did Vijay Arora study acting?

He studied acting at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, and won a gold medal in 1971.

Which is the most famous film of Vijay Arora?

His most famous film is considered to be 'Yaadon Ki Baaraat' (1973), in which he worked with Zeenat Aman.

Which role on TV brought Vijay Arora the most recognition?

He gained recognition in every household for his role of Meghnad/Indrajit in the TV serial 'Ramayana' .