Ghory and Dixit were a comedy duo comprising Nazir Ahmed Ghory and Manohar Janardhan Dixit. They were active in Indian cinema during the 1930s and 1940s.[1]
Ghory and Dixit
Ghory and Dixit, promotional shot
Nationality
British Indian
Years active
1932–1947
Genres
Slapstick, comedy
Notable works and roles
Do Badmaash, Sitamgarh, Toofani Toli, Bhola Raja, Rikshawala
Former members
Nazir Ahmed Ghory Manohar Janardhan Dixit
They were called the Indian Laurel and Hardy.[2][3] The duo had starred in several films including Do Badmaash, Sitamgarh, Toofani Toli and Bhola Raja. Most of their films were produced by Ranjit Studios.[4] Unlike Laurel and Hardy they played only supporting roles in their films.[5]
^Ghory and Dixit : Cineplot.
^Bollywood comedy comes of age, 21 September 2013.
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