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Sanjeev Kumar
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- Born 9 July 1938
- Place of Birth Surat
- Occupation Film Actor, Stage Actor, Actor
- Years active 1960-1985
- Other names Haribhai
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ABOUT Sanjeev Kumar
Sanjeev Kumar: A Versatile Colossus of Indian Cinema Sanjeev Kumar, born Harihar Jethalal Jariwala (July 9, 1938 - November 6, 1985), remains a towering figure in Indian cinema, celebrated for his remarkable versatility and nuanced portrayals. His career spanned a diverse range of genres, from romantic dramas to thrillers and comedies, solidifying his position as one of the greats. A Rediff.com poll ranked him seventh among India's greatest actors, a testament to his enduring legacy. Kumar's exceptional talent earned him two National Film Awards for Best Actor, for his performances in Dastak (1970) and Koshish (1972). His iconic double role in Angoor (1982) was further recognized by Forbes India as one of the 25 best acting performances in Indian cinema's centenary celebrations. He readily embraced non-glamorous roles, often portraying characters significantly older than himself, showcasing a commitment to realism and depth. His filmography boasts a rich tapestry of memorable characters. From the Thakur in Sholay (1975) and the lead roles in Arjun Pandit (1976) and Trishul (1978), to his comedic turns in Manchali (1973), Pati Patni Aur Woh (1978), Biwi-O-Biwi (1981), and Hero (1983), Kumar displayed an unparalleled range. He also starred in several suspense thrillers such as Shikar (1968), Uljhan (1975), and Trishna (1978). His body of work, including remakes of Tamil films like Khilona (1970) and Yehi Hai Zindagi (1977), stands as a testament to his dedication and exceptional ability. Kumar’s untimely death at the age of 47 left an irreplaceable void in the Indian film industry.
Sanjeev Kumar FILMS AND CREDITS
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SANJEEV KUMAR NEWS
This actress-singer was madly in love with Sanjeev Kumar, but he never loved her back
September 28, 2025 2:34 am
Sulakshana Pandit is a gifted singer and actress who fell deeply in love with actor Sanjeev Kumar; a love that, heartbreakingly, was never returned.
'Hema Malini nahi milegi': What Sholay director Ramesh Sippy told Dharmendra when he insisted on playing Gabbar or Thakur
September 04, 2025 11:58 am
In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, filmmaker Ramesh Sippy talks about Sholay, the film completing 50 years recently, how he pulled off a casting coup, the controversy over its original climax, its eventual restoration, and the letter of appreciation he got from Satyajit Ray.
Exclusive | Dharmendra says Sholay is not his all-time favourite, chooses this lesser-known movie
August 16, 2025 7:54 am
Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra talks about his cult film Sholay, which clocked 50 years today.
Love in the time of Gabbar: A real-life romance born on Sholay set; neither Dharmendra-Hema Malini, nor Amitabh Bachchan-Jaya Bahaduri
August 15, 2025 8:45 am
Tucked away in the dusty lanes of Ramanagara — the rocky hamlet transformed into the fictional Ramgarh in Sholay — lies another love story. One that never made it to the silver screen, yet bloomed right alongside the making of this cinematic giant.
Sholay turns 50: Thakur’s consuming obsession with vengeance destroyed so much and yielded so little
August 13, 2025 8:04 am
Sholay, to me, is not the towering epic it became in the history of cinema. It is the film that breathed in the spaces between the spectacle, where all there was, was grief.
Bollywood producer lost his mansion and business, was homeless in Mumbai; made biggest film of Amitabh Bachchan's career
August 06, 2025 8:18 pm
Sholay producer GP Sippy lost everything during the partition and was homeless when he moved to Bombay. In a few years' time, he became the biggest producer in Bollywood.
Sholay actor had to sift through rat sh*t so he could eat bread crumbs, slept on the streets, sold kites to make a living: 'Khaane ko paise nahi the'
July 22, 2025 4:46 pm
Sholay actor Jagdeep slept on the streets of Bombay after he witnessed the horrific violence during the partition of India.
Sanjeev Kumar 'numbered' his girlfriends, feared gold-diggers; died without home or wife after failed relationships with Hema Malini, Shabana Azmi
July 11, 2025 6:58 am
Sanjeev Kumar was popular among women and linked to several actresses during his lifetime. He had serious relationships and came close to marrying both Hema Malini and Shabana Azmi, but due to circumstances, the marriages never happened, and he remained a bachelor until his death in 1985.
Hema Malini was 'considering' Sanjeev Kumar's marriage proposal, said no when he turned up in chappals and kurta-pyjama, recalls Aruna Irani
June 18, 2025 1:29 pm
Aruna Irani recalled how Sanjeev Kumar once showed up to meet Hema Malini casually dressed in a kurta-pyjama and chappals, with “no style at all” that, according to her, left Hema unimpressed.
'Grumpy and disinterested' Sanjeev Kumar told Sai Paranjpye that he could spare just 15 minutes for narration, backed out of film because he had beef with Basu Bhattacharya
May 17, 2025 11:20 am
Sai Paranjpye revealed that she initially envisioned Sanjeev Kumar as the lead star of Sparsh, but he left the film after Basu Bhattacharya decided to produce it.
