| Pran, an accomplished Indian actor, earned the moniker 'Villain of the Millennium' for his portrayal of antagonists in Hindi films. |
| His early education took place in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, where he excelled in Mathematics. |
| During his youth, he found joy in flying kites. |
| At 57, Pran was smoking 100-120 cigarettes daily but successfully quit at the same age. |
| Following his 10th grade studies, he embarked on photography training at A. Das & Co. studio in Delhi. |
| In his childhood, he enacted the character of Sita in a ramleela. |
| At 19, he received his first opportunity in the Punjabi film 'Yamla Jat.' |
| Prior to India's partition, he gained widespread fame for his roles in Hindi movies. |
| In 1945, he tied the knot and relocated his family to Indore, while he pursued his acting career in Lahore. |
| After the upheaval in British India, he shifted to Mumbai in 1947, leading to an increase in acting offers. |
| Pran's on-screen villainy was so convincing that he was feared off-screen by many. |
| Although he shared a close friendship with Raj Kapoor, their bond strained after the release of 'Bobby.' |
| He appeared alongside Amitabh Bachchan in over 14 Hindi films and recommended him for 'Zanjeer.' |
| From 1969 to 1982, Pran ranked among the highest-paid actors in Bollywood. |
| In 1972, he turned down the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'Be-Imaan.' |
| During his later years, he selectively took on acting projects and featured in a handful of Hindi movies. |
| Pran extended financial aid to Amitabh Bachchan during his financial struggles. |
| He took pleasure in hosting gatherings and organizing card parties at his residence. |
| An animal lover, he cherished his three pet dogs - Whiskey, Bullet, and Soda. |
| His possessions included a collection of cigar pipes and walking sticks. |
| In 1989, Pran suffered a heart attack, and his health declined in his late eighties. |
| He passed away at the age of 93 after battling a prolonged illness. |
| To honor his legacy, a chowk in Mumbai was dedicated to him. |
| Pran received numerous accolades and awards in recognition of his illustrious career. |
