Began his career with Bollywood as a Distributor in 1951, and later
went on to become a Film Producer from 1969. His wife has passed away
before him. He has one son, Rajiv Rai, and one daughter.
He is the father of U.K. based Bollywood Film Director, Rajiv Rai and
father-in-law of famous Bollywood actress, Sonam.