K.L. Saigal
ActingAbout K.L. Saigal
Kundanlal Saigal, often abbreviated as K. L. Saigal, was an Indian singer and actor who is considered the first superstar of the Hindi film industry, which was centred in Kolkata during Saigal's time, but is currently centred in Mumbai. Saigal's unique voice quality which was a mixture of baritone and soft tenor was the benchmark for most of the singers who followed him. In fact it remains the gold standard even today shining through a very early and practically primitive recording technology.
K.L. Saigal Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of K.L. Saigal reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of K.L. Saigal's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of K.L. Saigal's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Shahjehan, which stands out as a key performance.
Best K.L. Saigal Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from K.L. Saigal's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie K.L. Saigal has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Parwana | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Omar Khayyam | Omar Khayyam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Shahjehan | Sohail | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Kurukshetra | Karna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Tadbir | Kanhaiyalal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Bhanwara | Pancham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | My Sister | Ramesh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Tansen | Tansen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bhakta Surdas | Bhakta Surdas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Lagan | Harish | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Zindagi | Ratan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jiban Maran | Mohan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Street Singer | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Didi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | President | Prakash | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Devdas | Devdas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Devdas | Cameo (guest at Chandramukhi's house) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Karwane Hayat | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Chandidas | Chandidas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Daku Mansoor | Mansoor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Roop Lekha | Arup in the Hindi version | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Yahudi Ki Ladki | Prince Marcus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Rajrani Meera | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Devoted | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Living Corpse | - | Flop | Similar → |
K.L. Saigal - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of K.L. Saigal?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring K.L. Saigal is "Shahjehan" with a rating of 5.0/10.
How many movies has K.L. Saigal acted in?
K.L. Saigal has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by K.L. Saigal?
Other notable films include "Street Singer", "President", and "Jiban Maran".