Sanjeev Kumar
Biography
Sanjeev Kumar, born Harihar Jethalal Jariwala and fondly known as Haribhai, was born in Surat, Gujarat, into a traditional Gujarati family. In childhood, his family moved to Mumbai, where his passion for cinema blossomed. He enrolled in a reputed film institute, which marked the beginning of his journey in Indian cinema. Gifted with immense talent, he rose to become one of the most versatile and respected actors in the industry. He had a sister and two younger brothers and was fluent in Gujarati, Hindi, and English. Sanjeev began his career on stage with IPTA and the Indian National Theatre. Even at 22, he impressed audiences by portraying elderly characters, such as in All My Sons and Damru, directed by A.K. Hangal. He made his screen debut with a small role in Hum Hindustani (1960) and got his first lead in Nishan (1965). He acted in Gujarati films Kalapi (1966) and Mare Javun Pele Par (1968). His breakthrough came with Khilona (1970), a Hindi remake of the latter. He starred in notable films like Sangharsh (1968), Sachaai (1969), and even in an Indo-Iranian film in 1972. Sanjeev Kumar won the National Film Award for Best Actor twice for Dastak (1971) and Koshish (1973). He also won Filmfare Awards for Shikar (1969), Sholay (1975), Aandhi ,(1976) and Arjun Pandit (1977), Trishul (1979), Angoor and Vidhaata(1983)cementing his legacy as one of Indian cinema's greatest performers. As part of his government recognition, several honours have been bestowed upon Sanjeev Kumar in his hometown of Surat. A prominent road named Sanjeev Kumar Marg stands as a lasting tribute, inaugurated by veteran actor Sunil Dutt. Additionally, a school bearing his name was opened by the then Mayor, Kadir K. Pirzada. On a national level, India Post released a commemorative postage stamp in his honour on 3 May 2013, marking his immense contribution to Indian cinema. One of the most notable tributes is the Sanjeev Kumar Auditorium, a state-of-the-art facility built by the Surat Municipal Corporation at a cost of ₹108 crore. This cultural landmark was inaugurated on 14 February 2014 by the then Chief Minister of Gujarat, Narendra Modi (now India’s Prime Minister). Sanjeev Kumar Udhyan in Mota Varachha was officially inaugurated by the Surat Municipal Corporation on 5 June 2018. TMDB mini biography by: Ashvin Borad
Known For
Gauri
Dharti Kahe Pukar Ke
Raahee
Ashok Tilak
अंगूर
Thakur Baldev Singh
शोले
Dr. V.K.Anand
Silsila
Ravi
सीता और गीता
Hari
Aao Pyaar Karen
Dr. Paras
Dhoop Chhaon
Pandit Sohanlal Tripathi
Swarg Narak
Damodar Mathur
Hero
Goli Chacha
Meraa Dost Meraa Dushman
Hindi actor
பாரத விலாஸ்
Jaswant 'Jassu' Singh / Dhurjan Singh
Kaanch Ki Deewar
Mirza Sajjad Ali
शतरंज के खिलाड़ी
Nilesh
परिचय
Amar
Pati Patni
Raja Yashpal Singh
Apnapan
Self
Chala Murari Hero Banne
Devendra Dutt
Anamika
J.K.
Aandhi
Dr. Sunil Gupta
तृष्णा
Raj Kumar Gupta
त्रिशूल
Dr. Amarnath Gill
मौसम
Rajan 'Rajju' 'Boss'
Shandaar
Suraag
Constable Ratan 'Sheru'
Manoranjan
Doctor Biren
Aashirwad
Doctor Mathur (uncredited)
काला पत्थर
Vijay Kamal Singh
खिलौना
Narrator
Sabse Bada Sukh
Indrajeet "Inder" Mukharjee
Charitraheen
Thakur (Shera's Father)
Jaani Dushman
Police Inspector (Special Appearance)
Ek Paheli
Dr. Shyam
Chowkidar
Priya
Ashok Ahuja
पाखंडी
Ashok Roy
Paapi
Amar
Griha Pravesh
Raja Bahadur (Guest Appearance)
आलाप
Mohan
स्मगलर
Naser
همای سعادت
Krishna
Hum Paanch
Dwarka N. Prasad
संघर्ष
Hari Charan Mathur
कोशिश
Harimohan / Rai Bahadur Gopaldas Mittal / Saakhiya
Haathkadi
Dr. Mehta…
Apne Dushman
Police Commissioner Kumar Anand
बेरहम
James Carlo
Bad Aur Badnaam
Dr. Wilson / Blackstone
Chehre Pe Chehra
Sunil
Anhonee
Suraj Singh
Baat Ban Jaye
Prem Sagar
Lakhon Ki Baat
Shekhar
Rivaaj
Namkeen
Hari Srivastav
Khud-Daar
Ali Baba
Alibaba and 40 Thieves
नौनिहाल
Kabir Das
ईमान धर्म
Kalapi
Inspector Sanjay
Faraar
Amar Sen
अनुभव
Paras
Uljhan
Colonel Mangal Singh / Shankar / Commander Chatur Singh
Biwi O Biwi
Rakesh
क़त्ल
Police Inspector Rai
शिकार
Thakur Sunder Singh
उस रात के बाद
Haathon Ki Lakeeren
इतनी सी बात
Dr. Jeevan
Log Kya Kahenge
Naya Din Nai Raat
Suraj
Takkar
Hamid Ahmed
दस्तक
Narendra 'Naren' Sharma
सत्यकाम
Ram
स्वयंवर
Shriman Shankar Lal
श्रीमान श्रीमती
Prakash
तुम्हारे लिये
Ranjeet Chhadha
Pati Patni Aur Woh
Mohan
आप की कसम
Ameer
Abdullah
Raghu Shukla
ज़िन्दगी
Sushil Kumar
Manchali
Baldev 'Baldeva' Singh
अनोखी रात
Dr. Ashok
Saathi
Ratan
Mukti
Nauker
Hum Hindustani
Saathi
Major Ajay Verma
Aakraman
Ratan Kumar / Ramesh Kumar
Zabardast
Dhoti Lota Aur Chowpatty
Sawaal
Professor Vidhyadhar
Professor Ki Padosan
Devi
Devata
Inspector Vijay Saxena
मुक़द्दर
Hariram Pandey
Oonch Neech Beech
Anand
Daasi
Bandhan
Imaan
Freindly Appearance
Namumkin
Man Mandir
Badal
Nishan
Jai
Gustakhi Maaf
Thakur Jaswant Singh
Ayaash
Agni-Rekha
Arjun Pandit
உயர்ந்தவர்கள்
यादगार
Kishan
Sawan Ke Geet
Sachaai
Ram Tere Kitne Nam
Qais-E-Emir (Majnu)
Qais Aur Laila
Abu Baba
Vidhaata
Anand
Yehi Hai Zindagi
Dr. Sunil 'Sonu'
Kangan
Purani Pehchan
Ashiq Hussain
Husn Aur Ishq
Bachpan
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
121
Gender
Male
Birthday
1938-07-09
Place of Birth
Surat, Gujarat, India
Also Known As
संजीव कुमार