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Parikshit Sahni

Parikshit Sahni (born 1 January 1939) is an Indian film and television actor who has worked in Hindi and Punjabi cinema. He is known for his roles in the TV series Barrister Vinod, Gul Gulshan Gulfaam (Doordarshan) and Gaatha (Star Plus). He has also appeared several films including three of Rajkumar Hirani's blockbuster films Lage Raho Munna Bhai, 3 Idiots, and PK. He is the son of actor Balraj Sahni and nephew of writer Bhisham Sahni.

Parikshit Sahni

Parikshit Sahni at Punjabi Virsa Awards 2011

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Name
Parikshit Sahni
Born
1939
Birthplace
Muree, Punjab, British India (present-day Punjab, Pakistan)
Education
The Lawrence School, Sanawar
Occupation
Actor
Spouse
* Aruna Kapoor (died)
Nationality
British Raj · Dominion of India · India
Languages
Hindi

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