
Chandramohan (1905–1949) was one of the most compelling and charismatic actors of early Indian cinema, known for his piercing eyes, expressive intensity, and command over dialogue delivery. Born in Narayangaon, Maharashtra, he began his film career with Amrit Manthan (1934), directed by V. Shantaram, where his performance as a scheming high priest instantly established him as a powerful screen presence. His aristocratic features and theatrical background made him a natural fit for historical and mythological roles. He became a mainstay in major productions throughout the 1930s and 40s, notably in Pukar (1939), where he played Emperor Jehangir with a complex blend of authority and humanity. Chandramohan was often cast in morally ambiguous or villainous roles, yet he brought a rare psychological depth to each character—whether as a tortured prince, a tyrant, or a tragic antihero. His perf…
movieRam Baan
1948 · Ravan
movieShaheed
1948 · Seth Rai Bahadur Dwarkadas
movieShalimar
1946 · Emperor Jehangir
movieHumayun
1945 · Rajkumar Randhir
movieNursemaid Panna
1945 · Banbir
moviePreet
1945
movieRamayani
1945
movieMumtaz Mahal
1944 · Emperor Shah Jahan
movieBade Nawab Saheb
1944
movieRaunaq
1944
movieFashion
1943 · Yusuf
movieNaukar
1943 · Fazlu
movieTaqdeer
1943 · Justice Jamunaprasad
movieShakuntala
1943 · King Dushyanta
movieRoti
1942 · Laxmidas
movieJhankar
1942
movieApna Ghar
1942 · Narendra
Geeta
1940 · Shankar/Mohan
movieBharosa
1940 · Rasik
moviePukar
1939 · Shahenshaah Jehangir
movieJwala
1938 · Angar
movieBeyond the Horizon
1937 · Kodanda Verma
movieAmar Jyoti
1936 · Durjaya
movieDharmatma
1935 · Mahant
movieAmrit Manthan
1934 · Rajguru