David Abraham(1909-1981)
- Actor
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
David Abraham, usually credited as simply David, was a popular
character actor of Jewish and Indian descent. He starred in over
one-hundred films, and often portrayed a friendly and helpful
uncle-like character. He won the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award
for his role in Le petit cireur (1954).
Besides his acting roles, he was also asked to host award shows and
other prominent functions. In 1969, he was awarded the Padma Shri,
India's fourth highest civilian honor, for his contribution to the
Arts. David passed away on December 28, 1981.
