Salim Durrani was flop actor, but successful cricketer
The actor-cricketer landed in India after partition, as a star cricketer, did films romanced Parveen Babi.
Salim came to India after partition, was a star cricketer, did films romanced Parveen Babi
He became the first Indian cricketer to step into the world of cinema while still actively playing cricket.
However, beyond his achievements on the field there was another fascinating side to his personality. He became the first Indian cricketer to step into the world of cinema, while still actively playing and paving a way for others to follow in the years to come.
Kabul Afghanistan born Salim Durrani was just 11 years old when his family moved to India following partition. He began playing cricket professionally, while still in his teens. He later played 29 Tests for India between 1960 and 1973. Blessed with good looks and charming personality, Salim Durrani was a favourite of the masses and one of the first Indian cricketers to dabble in endorsements and public appearances.
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