Mehmood Ali

Mehmood was born on September 29, 1932, in Bombay, British India, now Mumbai, Maharashtra. He was the son of actor and dancer Mumtaz Ali, who worked in the Indian film industry. Mehmood began his film career as a child artist in Kismet (1943) and gradually developed his skills as a performer. He later gained recognition for his comic roles and became a major star in Hindi cinema.
Some of his best-known films include Chhoti Bahen (1959), Pyar Kiye Jaa (1966), Padosan (1968), and Bombay to Goa (1972). He also worked behind the camera as a director and producer. Mehmood passed away on July 23, 2004, in Pennsylvania, United States, at the age of 71. His contribution to Indian comedy continues to be celebrated.