Kuljit Pal (1933-2023) was an influential figure in Indian cinema, working as a producer, director, and writer in Hindi films. |
He gained recognition for producing notable movies like 'Arth' (1982) and 'Aaj' (1987). |
Kuljit Pal is credited with launching the career of renowned actress Rekha in Hindi cinema. |
Pal passed away in June 2023 due to a heart attack. |
His career in Hindi cinema began in 1968 as a producer, with projects such as 'Do Shikaari' (1979), 'Arth' (1982), 'Aashiana' (1986), and 'Aaj' (1987). |
In 1978, he served as a writer for the film 'Parmatma,' starring Shatrughan Sinha and Rekha. |
Kuljit Pal played a crucial role in discovering Rekha's talent and giving her a break in the industry with 'Do Shikaari' (1979). |
In 2013, Kuljit Pal and Mahesh Bhatt clashed over the remake rights of 'Arth' (1982). |
Pal accused Mahesh Bhatt of wrongly allowing a Pakistani producer to remake 'Arth,' while Mahesh Bhatt defended his decision as a move to foster relations with Pakistan. |