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Rajit Kapur
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- Born 22 May 1963
- Place of Birth Amritsar
- Occupation Actor
- Education Sydenham College
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ABOUT rajit kapur
Rajit Kapur: A Career Defined by Versatility and Depth Rajit Kapur, born May 22, 1963, is a prominent figure in Indian cinema and theatre, celebrated for his nuanced portrayals and directorial contributions. His career trajectory showcases remarkable versatility, spanning diverse roles across film and television. Kapur's breakthrough came with Shyam Benegal's Suraj Ka Satvan Ghoda (1992), marking his cinematic debut. However, it was his powerful portrayal of Mahatma Gandhi in The Making of the Mahatma (1996) that garnered him widespread recognition and the prestigious National Film Award for Best Actor. This role solidified his reputation for embodying complex historical figures with remarkable authenticity. Beyond Gandhi, Kapur's repertoire includes memorable performances such as Unni in the Malayalam film Agnisakshi, showcasing his ability to seamlessly transition between languages and cinematic styles. His portrayal of the iconic detective Byomkesh Bakshi in the Doordarshan series further cemented his status as a versatile and compelling performer. His work consistently demonstrates a commitment to character depth and emotional authenticity. Kapur's contributions extend beyond acting, encompassing directorial ventures within the theatre realm, underscoring his multifaceted talent within the Indian performing arts. Recent projects and updates are not readily available in public domain sources.
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RAJIT KAPUR NEWS
‘I've played their father, lover’: Rajit Kapur on his three-decade-long career, relationship with co-stars, style, and more
May 16, 2025 4:29 pm
In this interview, Rajit Kapur speaks about navigating multiple mediums, collaborating with Aadyam Theatre, and what it takes to sustain a meaningful career in the arts.
'Character artistes are exploited financially', says Lagaan, Ready actor Akhilendra Mishra: 'Paisa sirf star ke liye hai'
October 16, 2024 11:10 am
After Rajit Kapur, Lagaan actor Akhilendra Mishra added his voice to the growing concerns over character actors' pay parity in Bollywood.
Rajit Kapur says actors are exploited, made to work for free: 'If you will stand up against a producer, there is a possibility of you not getting any work'
August 26, 2024 6:49 pm
Rajit Kapur recently opened up about the ordeal of actors who are underpaid or not paid at all for their work.
Rajit Kapur: 'As an actor, you have to learn to switch on and off.... otherwise it could be dangerous'
November 26, 2023 10:58 am
"You may not always agree with the choices that a character makes when you are playing that character but you have to somewhere understand or delve into what makes that character move forward -- what drives it, what pushes it, and what the essence of his thinking is," Rajit Kapur said
Mujib The Making Of A Nation movie review: A bland, by-the-numbers biopic of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
October 27, 2023 6:02 pm
Mujib The Making Of A Nation movie review: There's no attempt at any complexity in this recounting, and there’s nothing that suggests reasons for the occasional prickliness between India and its neighbour.
Being Shah Rukh Khan's son has gone against Aryan Khan, it's terrible: Rajit Kapur
October 26, 2021 11:02 am
Rajit Kapur said his heart goes out to Aryan Khan, who he feels must be going through an intense range of emotions. 'Do you think if he was not Shah Rukh Khan's son, he would be made to go through this?' he asked.
Rajit Kapur on Basu Chatterjee: His films will remain evergreen even in a dull-grey world
June 29, 2020 4:43 pm
'Basu Chatterjee gave clear instructions and enough leeway at the same time to the actor. Once he had decided what the look and the feel was, there was a certain amount of freedom given. But it was very clear how much he wanted, and how much he didn’t.'
Basu Chatterjee had a simple, practical approach to things: Rajit Kapur
June 04, 2020 7:32 pm
Actor Rajit Kapur, who played the titular role in Byomkesh Bakshi, remembers his association with Basu Chatterjee, who passed away today aged 93, and reveals why their series stood out among all the adaptations of the famous character.
Not just Ramayan, Doordarshan brings back these iconic TV shows as well
March 28, 2020 4:00 pm
Minister of Information & Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar's announced the return of epic TV show Ramayana. A few hours later, the official Twitter handle of Doordarshan also announced the comeback of Mahabharat, Circus and Byomkesh Bakshi.
The Legend of the Seeker
March 29, 2015 8:00 am
Rajit Kapur remembers Byomkesh Bakshi, the Bengali fictional detective who changed the course of his career
