Quick Info
| Profession | Filmmaker, TV Producer, Cinematographer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 17/12/1940 |
| Age | 84 years (died on 31, Aug, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Lahore, Pakistan |
| Date of Death | 31/08/2025 |
Latest News about Prem Sagar
31/08/2025
Veteran producer and cinematographer Prem Sagar, son of Ramanand Sagar and known for carrying forward the family's legacy in Indian television with shows like Ramayan, passed away at the age of 77. He was an alumnus of FTII Pune's 1968 batch and had worked extensively as a cinematographer and producer. His last rites were performed at Pawan Hans crematorium on the same day.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Prem Sagar Chopra |
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| Known For | Being son of Legendary filmmaker Ramanand Sagar |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | The Doon School, Dehradun |
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| Degree | Cinematography |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Ramanand Sagar (deceased) (Filmmaker, Writer, Television Producer) |
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| Mother | Leelavati Sagar |
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| Spouse | Neelam Sagar (Botanist) |
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Career
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| Last Production | Kaamdhenu Gaumata (2025) | ||||||
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/choprapremsagar/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Prem Sagar was born in Lahore, Pakistan, and moved to India after the partition. | |
| 2. He was the eldest son in his family and excelled at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), where he received awards for best academic performance. | |
| 3. He was celebrated for his ability to glamorize actors, notably Hema Malini, in various films. | |
| 4. Sagar Arts, founded by his father, became synonymous with successful mythological dramas on Indian television under his creative guidance. | |
| 5. He authored a biography titled 'An Epic Life: Ramanand Sagar, From Barsaat to Ramayan,' chronicling his father's journey from humble beginnings to fame in filmmaking. | |
| 6. At FTII Pune's 1968 batch, he received the gold medal for best academic student and silver medal for best-photographed student film. | |
| 7. He served as cinematographer on films like Charas (1976), Lalkar (1972), Jalte Badan (1973), and Hamrahi (1974). |