
Sanjeev Kumar
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
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Gauri

Dharti Kahe Pukar Ke

Raahee

Angoor

Sholay

Silsila

Seeta and Geeta

Aao Pyaar Karein

Dhoop Chhaon

Swarg Narak

Hero

Meraa Dost Meraa Dushman

Bharatha Vilas

Kaanch Ki Deewar

The Chess Players

Parichay

Pati Patni

Apnapan

Chala Murari Hero Banne

Anamika

Aandhi

Trishna

Trishul

Mausam

Shandaar

Suraag

Manoranjan

Aashirwad

Kaala Patthar

Khilona

Sabse Bada Sukh

Charitraheen

Jaani Dushman

Ek Paheli

Chowkidar

Priya

Pakhandee

Paapi

Griha Pravesh

Alaap

Smuggler

Homaye Sa'adat

Hum Paanch

Sunghursh

Koshish

Haathkadi

Apne Dushman

Be-Reham

Bad Aur Badnaam

Chehre Pe Chehra

Anhonee

Baat Ban Jaye

Lakhon Ki Baat

Rivaaj

Namkeen

Khud-Daar

Alibaba and 40 Thieves

Naunihal

Immaan Dharam

Kalapi

Faraar

Anubhav

Paras

Uljhan

Biwi O Biwi

Qatl

Shikar

Oos Raat Ke Baad

Haathon Ki Lakeeren

Itni Si Baat

What Will People Say?

Naya Din Nai Raat

Takkar

Satyakam

Dastak

Swayamvar

Shriman Shrimati

Tumhare Liye

Pati Patni Aur Woh

Aap Ki Kasam

Abdullah

Zindagi

Manchali

Anokhi Raat

Saathi

Mukti

Nauker

Hum Hindustani

Saathi

Aakraman

Zabardast

Dhoti Lota Aur Chowpatty

Sawaal

Professor Ki Padosan

Devi

Devata

Muqaddar

Oonch Neech Beech

Daasi

Bandhan

Imaan

Namumkin

Badal

Nishan

Man Mandir

Gustakhi Maaf

Ayaash

Agni Rekha

Arjun Pandit

Uyarnthavargal

Yaadgaar

Sawan Ke Geet

Sachaai

Ram Tere Kitne Nam

Love and God

Vidhaata

Yehi Hai Zindagi

Kangan

Purani Pehchan

Husn Aur Ishq
