Family Legacy: He is the son of Bollywood character actor Hamid Ali Murad and belongs to a film family that includes his cousin Zeenat Aman, whose father Amanullah Khan was a noted screenwriter of classics like Mughal-e-Azam and Pakeezah.

FTII Graduate: Raza Murad studied at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, from 1969 to 1971, earning a diploma in film acting.

Early Roles: He began his career with Ek Nazar (1972), where he often played sympathetic brotherly roles before transitioning into villainous and authoritative characters.

Massive Filmography: He has acted in over 250 Hindi films, along with appearances in Punjabi, Bhojpuri, Telugu, and Urdu cinema, as well as Hindi television.

Iconic Collaborations: He had significant roles in Raj Kapoor’s films such as Prem Rog (1982), Henna (1991), and Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985), which remain some of his most memorable performances.

Voice Identity: His deep baritone voice became his trademark, often landing him roles as villains, kings, and authoritative figures.

OTT and Modern Cinema: Even in recent years, he has appeared in historical epics like Jodhaa Akbar (2008), Bajirao Mastani (2015), and Padmaavat (2018), proving his adaptability across generations.

Death Hoax Incident: In August 2025, Raza Murad had to file a police complaint after a false social media post claimed his death, which was later removed.

Family in Films: His son Ali Murad and nieces Sonam and Sanober Kabir are also performers, continuing the family’s legacy in cinema.

Longevity: With a career active since 1965, he remains one of the longest-serving character actors in Indian cinema, respected for his consistency and versatility.