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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
Gulabi Bagh,home to govt employees who never retire
May 02, 2012 1:41 am
Over 3,000 quarters illegally occupied by former employees,kin; HC seeks details.
Ashok in the hunt for maiden Asian title,Bhullar lurks
April 01, 2012 12:41 am
If Bhullar manages to pull it off,this will be his first Asian Tour title in India.
CAT to pass order on Rahul Sharmas petition on April 19
March 29, 2012 5:51 am
Central Administrative Tribunal is likely to pass final order on the petition of IPS officer Rahul Sharma,who has challenged the chargesheet served to him with regard to phone-call records CD of the 2002 riot period,on April 19.
CAT reserves order on top cops plea
March 16, 2012 3:44 am
The Central Administrative Tribunal on Thursday reserved its order on a petition moved by IPS officer Rahul Sharma challenging the departmental proceedings initiated against him by the state government for not submitting the original CDs containing phone call records of the 2002 riots to the concerned authorities.
Stopped from gambling,cops go on rampage,ASP shifted
February 28, 2012 3:21 am
BP Tripathi said the ASP had been transferred and attached to the DGP Headquarters following the incident.
Between the ballot and a Lucknow village,a tiger on the prowl
February 14, 2012 3:17 am
A village on the outskirts of Lucknow fears it may lose its right to vote to a tiger in the woods.
Ashok,Zamal birdy away to top spot
February 08, 2012 3:30 am
Ashok Kumar of Delhi and Bangladeshs Md Zamal Hossain Mollah shot immaculate bogey-free scores of seven under 63 to be the joint leaders after round one of the CG Open 2011 at the Bombay Presidency Golf Club on Wednesday.
Housing firm fined for not allotting flat seven years after payment
February 05, 2012 1:54 am
A Panchkula Consumer Court has directed Sahara India Pariwar Housing unit to refund around Rs 3 lakh for failing to allot a flat to a consumer here.
Mukesh Kumar to lead Western India
January 18, 2012 4:54 am
Golfer Mukesh Kumar,ranked number three in the country,will lead the Western India team at the PGTIs $250,000 Louis Phillipe Cup that will begin in the first week of February.
Tigers pug marks,first kill spotted near Lucknow,experts on alert
January 10, 2012 3:32 am
Not more than 25 km from Lucknow city,a tiger is reportedly lurking in the woods of Rehman Kheras Central Institute of Subtropical Horticulture.
