Shyam

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Characters played by Shyam

Parwana — Bazar (1949)

An impoverished poet who runs away from home with his friend Jaggu to join a theatrical company. His poetry and physique attract Bijli, and they fall in love while working at Khanna Theatres. After Khanna drives their new theatre venture into ruin, Parwana returns home heartbroken, then dedicates himself to national service.

Shyam — Patanga (1949)

Shyam is the son of a wealthy Jagirdar and is already betrothed to Purnima. After watching Rani perform on stage at Natharam Gope's theater, he falls in love with her. His feelings for Rani create a conflict with his existing engagement and make him one of the two men in the central love triangle.

Suresh — Samadhi (1950)

Shekhar's elder brother and an officer in the British Indian Army. He disapproves of Shekhar joining the INA and is in love with Dolly, who poses as a singer but is secretly a British spy.

Career Overview

Shyam has 7 screen credits in a career dating back to 1949. Signature works include Bazar, Char Din, Patanga. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
7
Birth Date
1920-02-20
Birth Place
Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan

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