Sanjeev Kumar - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 09, 1938 |
|---|---|
| Died | November 06, 1985 (age 47) |
| Birthplace | Surat, Bombay Presidency, British India (now in Gujarat, India) |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Sanjeev Kumar's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Acclaimed Indian film actor recognized for versatility in iconic Hindi films, including 'Sholay', 'Koshish', and 'Aandhi'. |
Intro
Sanjeev Kumar was a renowned Indian film actor best known for his versatility and powerful performances in Hindi cinema. Active primarily during the 1960s to the early 1980s, he established himself as one of India's most respected actors, taking on a wide range of roles in classic films such as 'Sholay', 'Koshish', and 'Aandhi'.
Early Life & Background
Sanjeev Kumar was born as Harihar Jethalal Jariwala in Surat, Gujarat, India. He showed an early interest in acting and moved to Mumbai to pursue his passion, eventually joining the Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA) and later studying acting at the Filmalaya School of Acting.
Career Highlights
- Debut in the film 'Hum Hindustani' (1960)
- Critically acclaimed performances in 'Koshish' (1972) and 'Aandhi' (1975)
- Iconic role as Thakur in 'Sholay' (1975)
- Winner of two National Film Awards for Best Actor ('Dastak' and 'Koshish')
- Notable for taking on mature roles at a young age
Trivia
- He never married, despite several high-profile relationships.
- Died at the age of 47 due to a heart attack in 1985.
- Known for portraying middle-aged and elderly characters even in his youth.
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Sanjeev Kumar was born the 9 July 1938.
Surat, Bombay Presidency, British India (now in Gujarat, India).
On His Birth-Day
About July 9th, 1938, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 9th, 1938 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Adventures of Robin Hood directed by Michael Curtiz, William Keighley
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