Yash Johar
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Yash Johar (September 6, 1929 - June 26, 2004) was an Indian Bollywood film producer. He made Hindi films that were noted for their lavish sets and exotic locations, but containing Indian traditions and family values.
He started out in the film industry as a photographer, gradually working his way up to being a producer. In 1952 he worked for Sunil Dutt's production company Ajanta Arts. In the 60s and 70s he worked for Dev Anand's Navketan films and was involved in the production of Guide, Jewel Thief, Prem Pujari and Hare Rama Hare Krishna.
In 1976, Johar launched his own banner Dharma Productions.
Johar died in Mumbai, aged 74, of a chest infection though had also been fighting cancer.
His son, Karan Johar in his young career become a successful scripwriter and director in Bollywood.
[edit] Selected filmography
- Dostana, (1980)
- Duniya Meri Jeb Mein (1984)
- Agneepath (1990)
- Duplicate (1998)
- Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998)
- Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham (2001)
- Kal Ho Na Ho (2003)
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