Veteran actor Murad, despite a prolific career spanning over 500 films, including iconic works like Mughal-E-Azam and starring alongside Amitabh Bachchan in Shahenshah, faced significant financial hardships throughout his life. His son, actor Raza Murad, recently shed light on these struggles, revealing that the family lived in a rented house, never owned a car, and experienced poverty, including a childhood without electricity where Raza had to study under a lamp post.

Murad, known for his roles in films such as Devdas (1955), Sanyasi, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, and Tarzan Goes to India (1962), was a highly sought-after character actor of his era. However, his story serves as a poignant reminder that fame does not always equate to financial stability. Raza Murad emphasized how many celebrated stars from the 1950s and 60s failed to save for their future, leading to difficulties in their later years.

Witnessing these challenges profoundly impacted Raza Murad. While he stated he had no intention to criticize his father's choices, he chose a different path for himself. Prioritizing financial security, Raza made it a point to purchase a house as soon as he established himself in the film industry. Interestingly, veteran actor Murad also had a familial connection to Bollywood icon Zeenat Aman, who is his niece.