Syed Ishtiaq Ahmed Jaffrey, better known as Jagdeep, will always be remembered as one of the film industry’s most extraordinary comedians. Starting as a child artiste, h did over 400 films in a career spanning 60 years.
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Jagdeep’s character Soorma Bhopali became so famous that he directed himself in the film of the same name in 1988.
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Jagdeep played Salman Khan’s father Bankelal Bhopali in the film Andaz Apna Apna.
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He was highly appreciated for his role in Hum Panchi Ek Daal Ke. He played the role of Laloo Ustad.
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Jagdeep appeared in many horror films of which Purana Mandir remains the most popular ones. He played a dacoit named Machhar Singh in the film.
