Harmesh Malhotra (14 June 1936 – 22 November 2005) was an Indian film director, producer, and screenplay writer.
Career Malhotra made his directorial debut with Beti (1969), featuring Sanjay Khan and Nanda. In 1972, he established his own production company, HM Productions. He is best known for directing Nagina (1986), starring Rishi Kapoor, Sridevi, and Amrish Puri. He later directed its sequel, Nigahen (1989). Another notable film in his career is Dulhe Raja (1998), which starred Govinda.
Personal life
Malhotra's roots lied in Khushab District, a region now in Punjab, Pakistan and had to move to Agra, Uttar Pradesh following the 1947 partition.
He was married to Manju Malhotra and had two daughters, including Payal Malhotra who has acted in films.Harmesh Malhotra. Cinemaazi.
Filmography + Year Film Credited as NotesDirectorProducer 1969 Beti 1973 Gaddaar 1974Patthar Aur Payal 1975Lafange 1976Sangram1978Phaansi Amar Shakti 1979Bagula Bhagat1980Choron Ki Baaraat 1981Poonam Raaz Aapas Ki Baat 1983Mangal Pandey 1985Phaansi Ke Baad 1986Nagina 1987Khazana 1988Sherni Dharam Shatru 1989Nigahen Also screenplay writer 1990Vidrohi 1991Banjaran 1992Heer Ranjha 1994Cheetah Paappi Devataa 1995Kismat 1997Tu Haseen Main Jawaan 1998Dulhe Raja 2002Akhiyon Se Goli Maare 2005Khullam Khulla Pyaar Karen 2026 Hum Mein Shahenshah Koun Posthumous release; Delayed release after 37 years; Filmed in 1989
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