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Sunil Dutt
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- Born 6 June 1929
- Place of Birth Jhelum
- Occupation Film Actor, Film Director, Film Producer, Politician
- Spouse Nargis Dutt (1958; Died 1981)
- Children Priya Dutt, Sanjay Dutt
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- Doosri Maa,
- Mother India
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ABOUT Sunil Dutt
Sunil Dutt: A Legacy in Cinema and Politics Sunil Dutt, born Balraj Raghunath Dutt on June 6, 1929, was a multifaceted figure who excelled as an actor, producer, director, and politician. His cinematic journey, spanning nearly five decades, began with Railway Platform (1955). However, it was his roles in critically acclaimed films like Ek Hi Raasta (1956) and the iconic Mother India (1957) that propelled him to stardom. These performances showcased his versatility and established him as a leading figure in Hindi cinema. His contributions to Indian cinema were recognized with the Padma Shri in 1968. Beyond his acting prowess, Dutt was a successful film producer and director. His marriage to co-star Nargis in 1958 solidified his place in the annals of Bollywood history; the couple had three children, including actor Sanjay Dutt. Dutt's influence extended beyond the silver screen. Entering politics in 1984, he served five terms as a Member of Parliament for Mumbai North West, representing the Indian National Congress party. He held the significant post of Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports under the Manmohan Singh government (2004-2005), and also served as the Sheriff of Mumbai. Dutt passed away on May 25, 2005, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of achievement in both the entertainment and political spheres. His enduring contribution to Indian cinema and his public service remain significant landmarks in his biography.
Sunil Dutt FILMS AND CREDITS
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SUNIL DUTT NEWS
When Sunil Dutt opened up about the pain of losing wife Nargis: 'I don't know how someone lives...'
June 23, 2025 12:38 pm
Sunil Dutt's wife and legendary actor Nargis Dutt was diagnosed with cancer in 1980. Despite his best attempts to save her, she breathed her last the very next year.
Boman Irani recalls Sunil Dutt's precious life lesson that he follows till date: 'On Munna Bhai sets, he asked why would I eat alone'
June 17, 2025 11:30 am
In an interview with SCREEN, actor Boman Irani spoke about Sunil Dutt’s precious life lesson on Munna Bhai MBBS sets and why he rarely rewatches his own films.
Nargis warned Sunil Dutt in a dream to never remarry after her death: 'I'll never leave him in peace if he remarries'
June 06, 2025 7:58 am
Sunil Dutt and Nargis were married for 23 years before her untimely passing in 1981. Sunil never remarried after his wife's death.
'Sanjay Dutt took over three years to overcome drug addiction, refused to open up post mother Nargis' death': Sister Priya Dutt
April 23, 2025 11:08 am
Sanjay Dutt's sister Priya Dutt shared that no rehab centres could help the actor with his drug addiction until one day he heard a voice note from his mother Nargis.
Sunil Dutt would spend entire nights next to Nargis' grave, was a 'broken man' after her death: 'He started drinking, we were scared'
April 22, 2025 2:40 pm
Priya Dutt reflected on how her father, Sunil Dutt, crumbled after the death of Nargis. She said that he would slip out of the house at night and sit besides her grave, all alone.
Nargis insisted on Muslim burial, Sunil Dutt refused to cremate her despite pushback from others: 'Many said that as she was married to a Hindu...'
April 22, 2025 8:57 pm
Priya Dutt, daughter of the late Sunil Dutt and Nargis, reflected on her mother's passing due to cancer, and said that her father made sure to honour her last wishes.
Sunil Dutt dismissed young Amitabh Bachchan, said he had 'pahaadi kauwe ki awaaz' before casting him in Reshma Aur Shera
March 27, 2025 1:21 pm
During a recent interview, director Akashdeep Sabir recalled the time when Sunil Dutt compared Amitabh Bachchan's voice to that of a crow.
Shatrughan Sinha on being ghosted by Sanjay Dutt today, recalls how he and his friends played an important role to get actor released from jail: 'Dhundhte rehjaaoge'
March 04, 2025 3:01 pm
At a recent book launch event, veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha opened up about the role he and his friends played for Sanjay Dutt's release from jail and how the latter has disappeared from their lives now.
'Sunil Dutt told me to sit in a corner and cry, barred me from meeting anyone': Sheeba says he made her a method actor
January 08, 2025 6:37 pm
Sheeba revealed how Sunil Dutt, Yeh Aag Kab Bujhegi’s director, forbid her from meeting any cast members to maintain the emotional intensity of her character.
Sunil Dutt 'hated' Amitabh Bachchan's voice, cast him in a mute role in his film, reveals Sheeba
October 24, 2024 9:32 am
Actor Sheeba revealed that Sunil Dutt cast Amitabh Bachchan in a mute role in the 1971 film Reshma Aur Shera because he disliked his voice.
