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Puneet Issar
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- Born 6 November 1959
- Place of Birth Punjab
- Occupation Film Director, Actor, Screenwriter, Television Actor
- Spouse Deepali Issar
- Years active 1983-present
- Children Siddhant Issar
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- Vanshaj,
- Coolie
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ABOUT Puneet Issar
Puneet Issar: A Versatile Career Spanning Films and Television Puneet Issar, born November 6, 1959, is a prominent figure in Indian cinema and television, excelling as an actor, writer, director, producer, and dialect coach. His career trajectory showcases remarkable versatility across Hindi, Bengali, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam films. Issar's acting debut as a villain in Manmohan Desai's Coolie (1983) was followed by a breakthrough role as Duryodhana in B.R. Chopra's iconic television series Mahabharat (1988-1990). This portrayal cemented his place in the industry. Subsequent film roles included appearances in Chandra Mukhi (1993), Prem Shakti (1994), Ram Jaane (1995), Border (1997), Refugee (2000), Krrish (2006), Bachna Ae Haseeno (2008), Ready (2011), Son of Sardaar (2012), and more recently, The Kashmir Files (2022). His directorial debut, the Salman Khan-starrer Garv (2004), showcased his multifaceted talent. Issar’s television credits extend beyond Mahabharat, encompassing shows such as Param Vir Chakra, Bharat Ek Khoj, Junoon, Noorjahan, Mahabharat (2013), Parchhayee: Ghost Stories by Ruskin Bond, and Choti Sarrdaarni. His participation in Bigg Boss 8 (2014-2015) further broadened his public profile. Previously, he served as a dialect coach, honing the skills of aspiring actors. Issar's career highlights a consistent presence across various mediums, showcasing his range and adaptability within the entertainment industry.
Puneet Issar FILMS AND CREDITS
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PUNEET ISSAR NEWS
Shah Rukh Khan stayed one hour for my shot, refused to take break, recalls Puneet Issar: 'If Puneet can stay for my shot, why can't I?'
July 03, 2025 5:27 pm
Puneet Issar recalled the time when he shot for Ram Jaane with Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role.
Jaya Bachchan was very 'gracious' with Puneet Issar after he accidentally injured Amitabh Bachchan on Coolie set: 'I had tears in my eyes'
July 03, 2025 9:58 am
Amitabh Bachchan was severely injured on the set of Coolie, and Puneet Issar had tears in his eyes when he went to meet the star in the hospital.
'People said I was paid to kill Amitabh Bachchan, got death threats, was fired from films': Puneet Issar recalls Coolie accident aftermath
July 02, 2025 7:33 pm
Puneet Issar shared that he received death threats when Amitabh Bachchan was injured on the sets of Coolie, and some people even accused him of trying to kill the actor.
'Sunny Deol travels like a king, has a truck full of gym equipment, cooks,' says Puneet Issar: 'Don't think he asks the producer to pay'
July 02, 2025 6:05 pm
Puneet Issar said that Sunny Deol would travel with a truck full of his own gear and a giant entourage while shooting Border but would foot the cost himself, instead of asking producer to pay.
'Amitabh Bachchan almost died due to doctor's negligence': Puneet Issar recalls Coolie accident, says Big B asked him to 'hit him, timing went off'
July 02, 2025 5:49 pm
Amitabh Bachchan faced a near-fatal blow on the set of Coolie by the hands of Puneet Issar.
Puneet Issar, whose accidental punch left Amitabh Bachchan 'clinically dead', says he lost all his films after the incident: 'People were scared'
April 19, 2025 1:22 pm
In 1982, Amitabh Bachchan was declared 'clinically dead' after an on set stunt went wrong between him and Puneet Issar.
66-year-old Puneet Issar shares his workout routine: 'Fit ek dum, body is healthy'
January 30, 2025 1:37 pm
"I am 66 complete. I workout. I am fine," the veteran actor said
The vow Amitabh Bachchan made when he returned home for the first time after life-threatening Coolie accident: 'I will try...'
August 03, 2024 7:14 pm
The near-fatal accident happened during the shoot of Coolie, when Amitabh Bachchan was filming a fight scene with Puneet Issar.
Shakti Kapoor parties with old friends Ranjeet, Rakesh Bedi, Dilip Joshi, Puneet Issar and Asrani, fans say 'legends'
April 19, 2022 8:44 am
Shakti Kapoor posted a photograph from his get-together with Ranjeet, Dilip Joshi, Rakesh Bedi, Puneet Issar and Asrani.
Puneet Issar on playing Duryodhan in Mahabharat: I took people's hatred as a compliment
June 02, 2020 5:37 pm
Puneet Issar is known for playing the role of Duryodhan in BR Chopra's Mahabharat. Years later, when the show was remade by Star Plus, Issar took up the role of Parashuram.
