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Zakir Hussain
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- Place of Birth Meerut
- Occupation Actor, Television Actor
- Spouse Sarita Hussain (1994)
- Education National School Of Drama
- Years active 1997-present
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- Irani Chai,
- Sarkar
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ABOUT Zakir Hussain
Zakir Hussain: A Veteran Character Actor Zakir Hussain, a prominent figure in Hindi cinema, has carved a niche for himself portraying compelling negative and comedic characters. His career spans several decades, marked by memorable performances that have become integral to the films' success. Hussain's most iconic roles include Rashid in Ram Gopal Varma's Sarkar (2005), showcasing his intensity in a villainous role; Shardul in Sriram Raghavan's Johnny Gaddaar (2007), demonstrating his ability to portray morally ambiguous characters; and Prakash Rao in Rohit Shetty's Singham Returns (2014), showcasing his comedic timing. These diverse roles highlight his versatility and range. While specific details on recent projects and achievements are limited in publicly available information, his consistent presence in the industry, spanning a variety of film genres, underscores his contribution to Hindi cinema. He is a respected character actor whose performances often steal the spotlight despite not always leading roles. Further updates on his current projects and future endeavors would be beneficial for a comprehensive overview of his career.
Zakir Hussain FILMS AND CREDITS
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ZAKIR HUSSAIN NEWS
After Zakir Hussain, a quieter ‘taal’
December 16, 2025 7:59 am
A year after his sudden demise at 73, the limits of music’s ability to absorb grief have become apparent.
50 artistes to pay tribute to Zakir Hussain on 1st death anniversary
December 14, 2025 7:14 am
Slated on December 14 and 15, the memorial, besides performances, presentations and film screenings, will feature a photo exhibition by noted photographer Dayanita Singh titled ‘Zakir Hussain: Learning to Learn, A Student’s Tribute’.
Incredible that for 40 years, Ustad Zakir Hussain hosted Prithvi Memorial Concert without a break, says Shashi Kapoor’s son Kunal
March 12, 2025 11:57 pm
On Friday, as a prelude to the concert, a group of young musicians performed a piece called ‘Sweet Sixteen', composed by Hussain in the 70s, on the theatre's foyer
‘A miser like me is playing for free, and you’re saying you can’t play?’: Flute maestro Pandit Ronu Majumdar on how Kishore Kumar helped him find humour in music and life
February 05, 2025 4:04 pm
Recently honoured with Padma Shri, Pandit Ronu Majumdar talks about his four-decade journey as an Indian classical musician and his association with legends such as Zakir Hussain.
Grammys leave out Zakir Hussain from In Memoriam section
February 03, 2025 11:17 am
Every year, the Grammys pay tribute to industry legends who passed away in the year gone by in its In Memoriam montage.
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January 08, 2025 6:06 pm
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Between Zakir Hussain and Mohan Bhagwat, lessons on the importance of diversity
December 25, 2024 2:10 pm
Historically, the prime causes for India's succumbing to foreign invasions have been the absence of internal cohesion, coupled with myopic leaders who, time and again, failed to rise above parochial interests and confront threats.
Maharashtra: Captivating performances mark 3rd day of Sawai Gandharva Bhimsen Mahotsav
December 21, 2024 12:12 am
Their presentation of Raga Bhimpalasi captivated listeners, which was followed by a jugalbandi of tabla and pakhawaj, in a tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain.
Here's what tabla maestro Zakir Hussain bought with his first pay check as a 7-year-old
December 21, 2024 9:50 am
Born into a family steeped in musical tradition, Zakir’s introduction to the tabla was less a choice and more an inheritance passed down from his legendary father, Ustad Alla Rakha, a revered tabla virtuoso
Zakir Hussain's funeral to be held in San Francisco today
December 19, 2024 7:25 pm
"The funeral is today, December 19," a family source said on the condition of anonymity.
