Sanjeev Kumar
Known for: Acting
Sanjeev Kumar, born Harihar Jethalal Jariwala and fondly known as Haribhai, was born in Surat, Gujarat, into a traditional Gujarati family. In childhood, his family moved to Mumbai, where his passion for cinema blossomed. He enrolled in a reputed film institute, which marked the beginning of his journey in Indian cinema. Gifted with immense talent, he rose to become one of the most versatile and respected actors in the industry. He had a sister and two younger brothers and was fluent in Gujarati, Hindi, and English. Sanjeev began his career on stage with IPTA and the Indian National Theatre. Even at 22, he impressed audiences by portraying elderly characters, such as in All My Sons and Damru, directed by A.K. Hangal. He made his screen debut with a small role in Hum Hindustani (1960) and got his first lead in Nishan (1965). He acted in Gujarati films Kalapi (1966) and Mare Javun Pele Par (1968). His breakthrough came with Khilona (1970), a Hindi remake of the latter. He starred in notable films like Sangharsh (1968), Sachaai (1969), and even in an Indo-Iranian film in 1972. Sanjeev Kumar won the National Film Award for Best Actor twice for Dastak (1971) and Koshish (1973). He also won Filmfare Awards for Shikar (1969), Sholay (1975), Aandhi ,(1976) and Arjun Pandit (1977), Trishul (1979), Angoor and Vidhaata(1983)cementing his legacy as one of Indian cinema's greatest performers. As part of his government recognition, several honours have been bestowed upon Sanjeev Kumar in his hometown of Surat. A prominent road named Sanjeev Kumar Marg stands as a lasting tribute, inaugurated by veteran actor Sunil Dutt. Additionally, a school bearing his name was opened by the then Mayor, Kadir K. Pirzada. On a national level, India Post released a commemorative postage stamp in his honour on 3 May 2013, marking his immense contribution to Indian cinema. One of the most notable tributes is the Sanjeev Kumar Auditorium, a state-of-the-art facility built by the Surat Municipal Corporation at a cost of ₹108 crore. This cultural landmark was inaugurated on 14 February 2014 by the then Chief Minister of Gujarat, Narendra Modi (now India’s Prime Minister). Sanjeev Kumar Udhyan in Mota Varachha was officially inaugurated by the Surat Municipal Corporation on 5 June 2018. TMDB mini biography by: Ashvin Borad
Filmography
Film
Sholay
Thakur Baldev Singh
1975
Film
Hum Paanch
Krishna
1980
Haathon Ki Lakeeren
1986
Pati Patni
Amar
1966
Film
The Chess Players
Mirza Sajjad Ali
1977
Chala Murari Hero Banne
Self
1977
Film
Itni Si Baat
1981
Film
Dhoti Lota Aur Chowpatty
1975
Film
Nauker
Amar
1979
Film
Kaala Patthar
Doctor Mathur
1979
Suraag
1982
Film
Seeta and Geeta
Ravi
1972
Film
Imaan
1974
Film
Vidhaata
Abu Baba
1982
Film
Jaani Dushman
Thakur (Shera's Father)
1979
Film
Purani Pehchan
1971
Film
Aashirwad
Doctor Biren
1968
Film
Silsila
Dr. V.K.Anand
1981
Film
Swayamvar
Ram
1980
Film
Naunihal
1967
Film
Angoor
Ashok Tilak
1982
Film
Manchali
Sushil Kumar
1973
Film
Sachaai
1969
Film
Namkeen
1982
Film
Alibaba and 40 Thieves
Ali Baba
1966
Film
Parichay
Nilesh
1972
Film
Nishan
1965
Film
Saathi
Dr. Ashok
1968
Film
Saathi
1968
Film
Rivaaj
Shekhar
1972
Film
Badal
1966
Film
Aandhi
J.K.
1975
Film
Trishul
Raj Kumar Gupta
1978
Film
Sawaal
1982
Film
Griha Pravesh
Amar
1979
Film
Immaan Dharam
Kabir Das
1977
Film
Paapi
Ashok Roy
1977
Film
Mukti
Ratan
1977
Film
Sabse Bada Sukh
Narrator
1972
Film
Husn Aur Ishq
Ashiq Hussain
1966
Film
Satyakam
Narendra 'Naren' Sharma
1969
Film
Abdullah
Ameer
1980
Film
Meraa Dost Meraa Dushman
Goli Chacha
1984
Film
Daasi
Anand
1981
Film
Zabardast
Ratan Kumar / Ramesh Kumar
1985
Film
Hum Hindustani
1960
Film
Love and God
Qais-E-Emir (Majnu)
1986
Film
Gunehgar
1967
Film
Alaap
Raja Bahadur (Guest Appearance)
1977
Kalapi
1966
Film
Naya Din Nai Raat
Anand/Dr.Kriparam/Sarang/Swami Rahasyanand/Gorakh/Dhanraj/Phool Kunwar/I.G.P.Sher Singh
1974
Film
Aakraman
Major Ajay Verma
1975
Film
Hero
Damodar Mathur
1983
Film
Charitraheen
Indrajeet "Inder" Mukharjee
1974
Film
Shikar
Police Inspector Rai
1968
Film
Sunghursh
Dwarka N. Prasad
1968
Film
Anamika
Devendra Dutt
1973
Film
Devi
1970
Film
Pati Patni Aur Woh
Ranjeet Chhadha
1978
Film
Shandaar
Rajan 'Rajju' 'Boss'
1974
Film
Shriman Shrimati
Shriman Shankar Lal
1982
Film
Be-Reham
Police Commissioner Kumar Anand
1980
Film
Yaadgaar
1984
Film
Trishna
Dr. Sunil Gupta
1978
Film
Khud-Daar
Hari Srivastav
1982
Film
Man Mandir
1971
Film
Anokhi Raat
Baldev 'Baldeva' Singh
1968
Film
Aap Ki Kasam
Mohan
1974
Film
Anubhav
Amar Sen
1971
Film
Raahee
1987
Film
Bad Aur Badnaam
James Carlo
1984
Film
Koshish
Hari Charan Mathur
1972
Film
Rocky Mera Naam
1973
Film
Tumhare Liye
Prakash
1978
Uljhan
1975
Film
Faraar
Inspector Sanjay
1975
Film
Qatl
Rakesh
1986
Film
Namumkin
Freindly Appearance
1988
Film
Baat Ban Jaye
Suraj Singh
1986
Film
Vishwasghaat
Mahesh
1977
Film
Manoranjan
Constable Ratan 'Sheru'
1974
Film
Haathkadi
Harimohan / Rai Bahadur Gopaldas Mittal / Saakhiya
1982
Film
Bandhan
1969
Film
Gauri
1968
Film
Kunwara Baap
Doctor
1974
Film
Ayaash
Thakur Jaswant Singh
1982
Film
Kangan
Dr. Sunil 'Sonu'
1971
Film
Uyarnthavargal
1977
Film
Dastak
Hamid Ahmed
1970
Film
Homaye Sa'adat
Naser
1971
Zindagi
Raghu Shukla
1976
Film
Devata
1978
Film
Lakhon Ki Baat
Prem Sagar
1984
Film
Muqaddar
Inspector Vijay Saxena
1978
Film
Khilona
Vijay Kamal Singh
1970
Film
Chehre Pe Chehra
Dr. Wilson / Blackstone
1981
Bharatha Vilas
Hindi actor
1973
Paras
1971
Film
Mausam
Dr. Amarnath Gill
1975
Film
Chowkidar
Dr. Shyam
1974
Film
Aao Pyaar Karein
Hari
1964
Kaanch Ki Deewar
Jaswant 'Jassu' Singh / Dhurjan Singh
1986
Film
Dharti Kahe Pukar Ke
1969
Film
Apnapan
Raja Yashpal Singh
1977
Film
Oonch Neech Beech
Hariram Pandey
1989
Film
Bachpan
1970
Film
Biwi O Biwi
Colonel Mangal Singh / Shankar / Commander Chatur Singh
1981
Film
Arjun Pandit
1976
Film
Professor Ki Padosan
Professor Vidhyadhar
1994
Film
Log Kya Kahenge
Dr. Jeevan
1982
Film
Agni Rekha
1973
Film
Gustakhi Maaf
Jai
1969
Film
Swarg Narak
Pandit Sohanlal Tripathi
1978
Film
Summer Rain
Kishan
1978
Film
Ram Tere Kitne Nam
1985
Film
Smuggler
Mohan
1966
Film
Yehi Hai Zindagi
Anand
1977
Film
Oos Raat Ke Baad
Thakur Sunder Singh
1969
Film
Apne Dushman
Dr. Mehta…
1975
Film
Ek Paheli
Police Inspector (Special Appearance)
1971
Film
Pakhandee
Ashok Ahuja
1984
Film
Priya
1970
Film
Anhonee
Sunil
1973
Film
Night in Calcutta
1970
Film
Takkar
Suraj
1980
Film
Dhoop Chhaon
Dr. Paras
1977