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Ashok Kumar
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- Born 13 October 1911
- Place of Birth Bhagalpur
- Occupation Actor, Film Director, Film Producer, Singer
- Father Kunjalal Ganguly
- Mother Gouri Devi
- Spouse Shobha Devi (1935)
- Siblings Anoop Kumar, Kishore Kumar, Sati Devi Mukherjee
- Education University Of Calcutta, Presidency University, Government Science College, Jabalpur
- Years active 1934-1997
- Other names Dadamoni
- Children Preeti Ganguly, Bharti Jaffrey, Rupa Verma
Related Other Pages:
- Achena Atithi,
- Anoop Kumar,
- Mahal
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ABOUT Ashok Kumar
Ashok Kumar: A Legacy in Indian Cinema Ashok Kumar, born Kumudlal Ganguly on October 13, 1911, holds the distinction of being a pioneering figure in Indian cinema. His career spanned several decades, establishing him as the first major star and the first lead actor to portray an anti-hero, a groundbreaking feat for its time. This versatility extended beyond his initial stardom; Kumar successfully reinvented himself as a highly respected character actor, enjoying continued success throughout his career. A member of the prominent Ganguly film family, his contributions to Indian cinema were immense. Kumar’s iconic roles solidified his place in film history, though specific titles aren't detailed here. His ability to seamlessly transition between lead and character roles reflects his exceptional acting range and adaptability to evolving cinematic landscapes. He received India’s highest film honour, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, in 1988, a testament to his enduring legacy. Further recognition included the Padma Shri (1962) and Padma Bhushan (1999) awards, highlighting his significant impact on Indian cinema. Kumar passed away on December 10, 2001, leaving behind a rich cinematic heritage.
Ashok Kumar FILMS AND CREDITS
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Ashok Kumar AWARDS
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ASHOK KUMAR NEWS
The eventful 1947 was a breakthrough year for Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor and Indian cinema
April 07, 2023 7:06 pm
Vikramaditya Motwane's Jubilee has been billed as a love letter to the golden age of Bollywood. With the 10-part series premiering on Prime Video, we turn the clock back to the year 1947 and the extraordinary men and women who shaped that era.
Basu Chatterjee's Khatta Meetha is India's version of Modern Family, but with all the problematic tropes
January 14, 2023 8:15 am
Khatta Meetha might seem like a harmless, innocent film that is designed to appeal to the good-heartedness of a regular middle class family. But the movie casually ignores the tropes that it introduces and turns it into plot points.
When Dharmendra got drunk on New Year's Eve despite Ashok Kumar's warnings, fell in his lap while shooting next day
December 02, 2022 8:16 am
Bollywood actor Dharmendra once showed up drunk on the set of his 1966 film Mamta and his co-actor Ashok Kumar gave him time to recover.
When Ashok Kumar's wedding was called off because he became an actor: 'It was considered disreputable those days'
October 13, 2022 8:26 am
On Ashok Kumar's birth anniversary, recalling the time when he spoke about his marriage being called off because he was an actor.
Actor Ashok Kumar's daughter Bharti Jaffrey passes away, son-in-law Kanwaljit Singh pays tribute
September 21, 2022 11:24 am
Bharti Jaffrey starred in movies such as Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa, Saans and Daman. She was married to Saeed Jaffrey's brother, Hamid Jaffrey.
Uttarakhand DGP administers oath to security personnel for conducting grand, safe Kumbh
March 28, 2021 8:47 pm
The Uttarakhand Police chief asked the personnel deployed on Kumbh duty to conduct the event successfully while ensuring strict compliance to the COVID-19 protocol.
Released on bail, conductor held in Ryan school murder wants justice done
November 23, 2017 11:45 am
Ashok Kumar alleged that he had been “slapped and beaten” and made to confess to a crime he never committed
Living in Light and Shadow
October 11, 2015 8:00 am
German cinematographer Josef Wirsching shot some of the landmark silent and talkie movies of India. An ambitious crowd-funding project aims to re-introduce his work in the public domain.
Secret Lives
September 21, 2014 1:00 am
BR Chopra’s Gumrah is remembered as much for its bold storyline as for its music.
S D Burman thought of leaving Bollywood during 'Mashaal'
September 02, 2014 3:18 pm
After a few hit-and-miss affairs, S D Burman decided to give up his ambition of composing for Hindi films.
