Dilip Kumar - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 11, 1922 |
|---|---|
| Age | 103 |
| Birthplace | Peshawar, British India (now in Pakistan) |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Dilip Kumar's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Pioneering acting in Hindi cinema, starring in films such as 'Mughal-e-Azam', 'Devdas', and 'Naya Daur'. |
Intro
Dilip Kumar was a legendary Indian film actor and producer, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential actors in the history of Indian cinema. He was renowned for his nuanced performances, pioneering a naturalistic acting style and earning the title 'Tragedy King' for his roles in emotional dramas.
Early Life & Background
Dilip Kumar was born as Muhammad Yusuf Khan into a Pashtun family in Peshawar. His family relocated to Bombay (now Mumbai) in the late 1930s. Before entering films, he worked in a British army canteen and started his own sandwich business.
Career Highlights
- Made his film debut in 'Jwar Bhata' (1944)
- Starred in iconic films such as 'Andaz' (1949), 'Devdas' (1955), 'Naya Daur' (1957), 'Mughal-e-Azam' (1960), and 'Ram Aur Shyam' (1967)
- Winner of 8 Filmfare Awards for Best Actor, a record at the time
- Awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (India's highest award in cinema) in 1994
- Received the Padma Bhushan in 1991 and Padma Vibhushan in 2015, two of India's highest civilian honors
Trivia
- Known as the 'Tragedy King' for his intense, emotional roles
- Married actress Saira Banu in 1966
- Was offered a role in international film 'Lawrence of Arabia', which he declined
- First actor to win the Filmfare Best Actor Award
FAQs
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Dilip Kumar is 103 years old.
Dilip Kumar was born the 11 December 1922.
Peshawar, British India (now in Pakistan).
On His Birth-Day
About December 11th, 1922, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 11th, 1922 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Dixie Highway by Aileen Stanley
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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