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Manoj Kumar
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- Born 24 July 1937
- Place of Birth Abbottabad
- Occupation Film Actor, Film Director, Screenwriter, Film Editor
- Spouse Shashi Goswami
- Education Hindu College, University Of Delhi
- Years active 1957-1999
- Other names Bharat Kumar
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- Ik Onkaar,
- Upkar
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ABOUT manoj kumar
Manoj Kumar: A Life in Cinema Manoj Kumar, born Harikrishan Goswami on July 24, 1937, is a towering figure in Hindi cinema, renowned for his patriotic films and impactful performances. His career, spanning decades, cemented his legacy as a versatile talent, encompassing acting, direction, screenwriting, lyricism, and editing. His on-screen persona earned him the moniker "Bharat Kumar," reflecting his dedication to films with strong nationalistic themes. Kumar's filmography is marked by iconic roles showcasing his range. While specific recent film projects are unavailable in current public records, his contributions to Indian cinema remain profoundly significant. His illustrious career is adorned with a National Film Award and seven Filmfare Awards, reflecting his mastery of diverse cinematic aspects. The Government of India further recognized his immense contribution to Indian arts and cinema through the Padma Shri in 1992 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2015, the highest honour in Indian cinema. His defining qualities include a strong commitment to patriotic narratives, a dedication to craftsmanship, and a significant influence on the shaping of Hindi cinema's thematic landscape. While detailed information on recent activities is limited, his enduring legacy in Indian cinema remains undisputed.
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MANOJ KUMAR NEWS
Superman 2025 CinemaCon footage released online; James Gunn teases, 'krypto, take us home'
April 04, 2025 8:42 am
James Gunn surprises fans with a four-minute Superman teaser, featuring a wounded Man of Steel and his loyal dog Krypto.
Actor Manoj Kumar, India's original 'Bharat Kumar', dies at 87; tributes flow in
April 04, 2025 10:04 am
Veteran actor- filmmaker Manoj Kumar passed away at the age of 87 in Mumbai on Friday. Known for his patriotic films such as Shaheed, Upkar and Purab Aur Paschim, he was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke award in 2015.
Ban on Dev Anand and Kishore Kumar, Manoj Kumar taking the government to court: How Bollywood faced Indira Gandhi's Emergency
April 04, 2025 8:54 pm
Many filmmakers who had a financial stake chose to toe the government's line. However, a few like Dev Anand, Kishore Kumar and Manoj Kumar refused to be dictated to during the Emergency.
Manoj Kumar: The OG Bharat Kumar who made Upkar at PM Lal Bahadur Shastri's request, sold his house to make patriotic films
August 05, 2024 9:55 pm
Actor-filmmaker Manoj Kumar, who turns 87 today, became synonymous with "deshbhakti' owing to the patriotic themes in his films, earning him the moniker of 'Bharat Kumar.'
Raj Kapoor walked out of Manoj Kumar's trial show, declared, 'I hate you, I don't want to watch this film': Ajay Devgn recalls story
December 21, 2023 1:02 pm
On Koffee with Karan, Ajay Devgn recalled a story about Raj Kapoor and Manoj Kumar's bond, and said that the current generation can only dream of having an equation like that with each other.
Prem Chopra recalls filming in real prison for Shaheed, meeting death row inmates with Manoj Kumar: 'PM Lal Bahadur Shastri came to the premiere...'
August 08, 2023 4:34 pm
Veteran actor Prem Chopra recalled when then PM Lal Bahadur Shastri attended the premiere of the film Shaheed, where he urged Manoj Kumar to make more patriotic films.
Manoj Kumar: Not Akshay Kumar, meet the original 'Bharat Kumar' who once called the name a burden on him
August 11, 2023 8:34 pm
Actor-director Manoj Kumar, who celebrates his 86th birthday today, ushered in a new genre of patriotic films with his directorial debut, Upkar. On his birthday, here's looking back at his work and life.
Asha Parekh reveals Manoj Kumar was 'upset' with her suggestion for Do Badan's climax: 'We had to reshoot..'
October 05, 2022 11:16 am
In a recent interview, Asha Parekh recalled working with Dev Anand in Jab Pyar Kisi Se Hota Hai and Manoj Kumar in Do Badan.
Manoj Kumar understood the 'soft power' of patriotism in movies, how Bharat Kumar came into being
July 23, 2022 11:40 pm
On Manoj Kumar's 85th birthday, here's recalling how he became known as Bharat Kumar in Hindi cinema.
Twinkle Khanna jokes about The Kashmir Files' success, says her colleagues 'have turned into clerks like' Manoj Kumar
April 05, 2022 3:58 pm
Twinkle Khanna wrote about the ongoing 'Kashmir Files wave' in her latest column.
