Lal Chand Mehra

Lal Chand Mehra was an Indian character actor active in Hollywood from the 1920s through the 1960s. Born on August 14, 1897 in Amritsar, India, Mehra appeared in films during a period when Indian actors were rarely credited in major productions. His known filmography includes a single credited role in Casablanca (1943), where Mehra played a Policeman in an uncredited capacity. Such uncredited appearances were common for character actors of the era, particularly those from non-Western backgrounds, who often took on minor roles that contributed to the atmosphere of a scene without drawing attention.

Mehra’s career spanned decades, reflecting the limited but persistent presence of Indian actors in early Hollywood productions. His work in Casablanca, a film widely regarded for its cultural an…