Achala Sachdev

Achala Sachdev

Deceased · Born: May 3, 1920 · Died: Apr 30, 2012

Personal Details

BornMay 3, 1920 Peshawar, North-West Frontier Province, British India

Biography

Achala Sachdev, a renowned actress of Indian cinema, was born on May 3, 1920, in the city of Peshawar, situated in the North-West Frontier Province of British India. Her illustrious career spanned multiple decades, with notable appearances in films such as Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003),Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001),and Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995).

In her personal life, Achala Sachdev was married to Clifford Douglas Peters, with whom she shared a loving bond. Unfortunately, her life came to a close on April 30, 2012, in the city of Pune, located in the state of Maharashtra, India.

Throughout her life, Achala Sachdev left an indelible mark on the Indian film industry, and her legacy continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

2009
Straight
Straight as Rashmi
2001
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham...
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... as Lajwanti “Daadi” Raichand
1995
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge as Simran's Grandmother
1975
Julie
Julie as Mrs. Devki Bhattacharya (Usha's mother)
1973
Daag: A Poem of Love
Daag: A Poem of Love as Mrs. Malti Khanna
1965
Waqt
Waqt as Laxmi Kedarnath
1964
Sangam
Sangam as Captain's wife
1963
The Householder
The Householder as Mrs. Saigal
Grahasti
Grahasti as Gopal's Mother
1952
Anhonee
Anhonee as Champa