Raza Murad reveals Raaj Kumar beat a man to death: ‘There was a murder case against him’ | Hindi Movie News

Bollywood is renowned for its dramatic narratives, but often, the stories unfolding behind the scenes are even more captivating than those on screen. Recently, Raza Murad shared candid insights into the lesser-known facets of legendary actor Raaj Kumar’s life. With his distinctive voice and commanding presence, Raaj Kumar left a lasting impression on Indian cinema. However, Murad’s revelations highlighted a particularly intense and controversial episode from the actor’s life, offering a glimpse into the complexities beyond his iconic persona.
Raza Murad recounted a pivotal moment in Raaj Kumar’s life during an interview with ANI. He recalled, “Once, Raaj sir was at Juhu Beach with a friend and his girlfriend. Someone passed an inappropriate comment about the lady, and Raaj sir got so angry that he beat the man so badly that he died.” Murad continued, “And there was a murder case against Raaj sahab. Because my father was a very good friend of his, he would attend every court hearing to support him.”
The incident led to a prolonged legal battle, but Raaj Kumar was eventually acquitted. “It was a long case, but he was acquitted in the end. The whole ordeal took several months,” Murad explained. Despite this controversy, Raaj Kumar remained a figure who lived life on his own terms. “He was a Kashmiri Pandit, and before he entered the film industry, he was a police sub-inspector. Later, he became a massive star,” Murad reminisced.
He also shared a personal memory from his youth, highlighting Raaj Kumar’s humility and stature. “I remember when we went to his cottage, and I was given a garland to offer him. When I saw him, I thought I was looking at the Qutub Minar—such a tall man. But what he did was incredible. He bent his neck to my level so I could place the garland on him,” the Ram Teri Ganga Maili actor revealed.
Raaj Kumar’s career gained momentum following his role in Mother India, but what truly set him apart was his unique individuality. Raza noted that Raaj Kumar’s distinctive dialogue delivery became an iconic part of his persona. “People loved his style. It was his trademark. He would speak in that slow, deliberate way, and everyone loved it. He was Jani for everyone,” Murad said.
Beyond his on-screen presence, Raaj Kumar was admired for his kind heart and unconventional approach to life. Murad shared a humorous anecdote about an encounter Raaj Kumar had on a flight to London. “Raaj Kumar was sitting in first class, and a group of fans, who were seated in economy class, wanted to meet him. The air hostess allowed just one person to go up. When the fan met him, Raaj Kumar looked around and quipped, ‘Jani, where have you brought us, to Dharavi?'” Adding, “It was typical of him to make everyone feel special with his unique humour.”
Raza also shared a captivating story about Raaj Kumar’s deep respect for Dilip Kumar, another iconic figure in Indian cinema. After watching Ganga Jamuna, Raaj Kumar made a midnight visit to Dilip Kumar‘s home at 1:30 AM. “He told Dilip Kumar, ‘After seeing Ganga Jamuna, I have come to know that there are only two actors in this country, Raaj Kumar and Dilip Kumar.’ He had the utmost respect for him,” Murad revealed.