He was known for hindi films like 'aakrosh' (1980), 'jaane bhi do yaaro' He has received an honorary. In 'freedom at midnight 2', abhishek banerjee's poignant cameo is much more than a fleeting moment;
Om puri was an indian actor who has appeared in both mainstream indian films and art films. In an interview to rajya sabha tv in 2012, om puri spoke about his interest in agriculture and cooking, and suggested that his dream was to open a dhaba by the name daal roti. Today, we celebrate the birth anniversary of the legendary om puri, a stalwart of indian cinema whose career spanned over four decades.
In the series, abhishek plays the role of a rioter driven by revenge after losing his pregnant wife to communal violence. It’s a heartfelt salute to the late om puri’s unparalleled artistry. His credits also include appearances in british and american films.