The emperor’s son, Prince Salim grows from a spoiled and self-indulgent youth into a distinguished soldier after fourteen years at war. He falls in love with Anarkali, rebels against Emperor Akbar to rescue her, and faces execution when his forbidden marriage is opposed.
Anand is the manager of Shyamnagar Timber Estate and an artist who falls in love with Madhumati. After her death, he seeks justice and ultimately follows her ghost to his death. In a later life as Devendra, he recalls their past and tells their story before reuniting with Radha, Madhumati reborn.
An ex-high-ranking police officer who runs a prison devoted to reforming criminals, Vishwa leads the mission to bring Dr. Michael Dang and Black Star to justice after the prison attack kills members of his family. He recruits Baiju, Jani, and Khairu, and later joins the final battle to kill Dang.
Poor farmer's son and childhood friend of Rajeshwar. Secretly loved his friend's sister and married another to save her honor, triggering a decades-long feud. Father of Vishal and grandfather of Vasu. Eventually reconciles with Rajeshwar, kills the villain Chuniya alongside him, and dies fatally in his friend's arms.
Rajesh is insecure and possessive, and he becomes formally engaged to Meena after introducing her to his close friend, Dr. Shekhar. An automobile accident leaves him paralyzed and confined to a wheelchair. He then discovers Meena and Shekhar's affair, and his concealed murderous hatred resurfaces, putting Shekhar in danger.
An impoverished writer waiting for his book to be published, Ashok gives his last two annas to Bindiya, a flower-seller, and is temporarily blinded while defending her from a rogue. He stays with Geeta's family during his recovery, is wrongly imprisoned for murder, and is later proven innocent. His book becomes popular, and he ultimately reunites with Geeta.
The Roman prince who resists his arranged marriage to Octavia. After being injured, he is cared for by Hannah; he disguises himself as a Jewish man named Moshe and falls in love with her, but she rejects him when he reveals his identity. When Hannah and Ezra face execution, Marcus blinds himself rather than watch Hannah die. She later finds him and supports him as they leave together.
Shamsher is a village engine driver and the father of Pratap. After Pratap is murdered, Shamsher kills some of the perpetrators and flees from the police with his newborn grandson, Kunal. He later adopts the identity of Sobhraj, rises to power as a smuggler and chairman, and opposes Kunal's relationship with Durga. He ultimately helps rescue them, kills Jagawar, and dies from his wounds.
Identical twin brothers portrayed by Dilip Kumar. Ram is timid and abused by his brother-in-law, prompting him to flee to the city. Shyam is brave and mischievous, voluntarily assuming Ram's identity to confront their abuser. They eventually reunite, defeat the villain, and secure happy endings.
Dharamraj is the dominant lawgiver of Nandgaon, whose family sword symbolizes justice. He forgives a starving thief but punishes Shastri for sheltering him, and later rules harshly against his own family under Chaudhury's manipulation. He ultimately joins Prakash, kills Chaudhury, and surrenders to the police.
Shankar is a tongawala in a poor village and Krishna's best friend. He falls in love with Rajni, but later puts their friendship before his own feelings. When Kundan's bus threatens the tongawalas' livelihood, Shankar challenges it to a race, builds a shorter road, and ultimately wins, reuniting with Rajni and Krishna.
Ashok is a postmaster from a wealthy family whose work leaves him time for painting, songwriting, and enjoying his comforts. He likes Bela but does not love her, while Usha appears to be a more suitable match. After Bela is severely injured, he promises her father that he will marry her and sits beside her to comfort her.
Dilip Kumar has 68 screen credits in a career dating back to 1944. Signature works include Saudagar, Karma, Kranti. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
