Sanjeev Kumar
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1938-07-09
Place of Birth
Surat, Gujarat, India
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
Also Known For
Gauri
Jan 01, 1968
Dharti Kahe Pukar Ke
Jan 01, 1969
Raahee
May 29, 1987
Angoor
Mar 05, 1982
Sholay
Aug 15, 1975
Silsila
Jul 29, 1981
Seeta and Geeta
Nov 17, 1972
Aao Pyaar Karein
Jun 01, 1964
Swarg Narak
Jan 01, 1978
Dhoop Chhaon
Mar 23, 1977
Hero
Dec 16, 1983
Meraa Dost Meraa Dushman
Nov 25, 1984
Bharatha Vilas
Mar 24, 1973
Kaanch Ki Deewar
Jan 31, 1986
The Chess Players
Oct 02, 1977
Parichay
Oct 18, 1972
Pati Patni
Jun 14, 1966
Apnapan
Jan 01, 1977
Chala Murari Hero Banne
Jan 01, 1977
Anamika
May 18, 1973
Aandhi
Feb 13, 1975
Trishna
Jul 15, 1978
Trishul
May 05, 1978
Mausam
Dec 25, 1975
Shandaar
Jan 01, 1974
Suraag
Mar 18, 1982
Manoranjan
Jan 11, 1974
Aashirwad
Jun 18, 1968
Kaala Patthar
Aug 09, 1979
Khilona
Mar 02, 1970
Sabse Bada Sukh
Dec 08, 1972
Charitraheen
Jan 01, 1974
Jaani Dushman
May 22, 1979
Ek Paheli
Feb 14, 1971
Chowkidar
Jan 01, 1974
Priya
Jan 01, 1970
Pakhandee
Jan 06, 1984
Paapi
Feb 02, 1977
Griha Pravesh
Jul 28, 1979
Alaap
Mar 12, 1977
Smuggler
Jan 01, 1966
Homaye Sa'adat
Mar 21, 1971
Hum Paanch
Nov 27, 1980
Sunghursh
Jul 27, 1968
Koshish
Apr 01, 1972
Haathkadi
Jan 15, 1982
Apne Dushman
Nov 19, 1975
Be-Reham
Aug 15, 1980
Bad Aur Badnaam
Jan 01, 1984
Chehre Pe Chehra
Mar 13, 1981
Anhonee
Apr 26, 1973
Baat Ban Jaye
Jan 01, 1986
Lakhon Ki Baat
Jul 06, 1984
Rivaaj
Jan 01, 1972
Namkeen
Apr 02, 1982
Khud-Daar
Feb 12, 1982
Alibaba and 40 Thieves
Jan 01, 1966
Naunihal
Apr 10, 1967
Immaan Dharam
Jan 07, 1977
Kalapi
Jan 01, 1966
Faraar
Nov 11, 1975
Anubhav
Jan 07, 1971
Paras
Jul 11, 1971
Uljhan
Jul 22, 1975
Biwi O Biwi
May 15, 1981
Qatl
Jan 24, 1986
Shikar
Jan 01, 1968
Oos Raat Ke Baad
May 03, 1969
Haathon Ki Lakeeren
Jan 01, 1986
Itni Si Baat
May 28, 1981
What Will People Say?
Naya Din Nai Raat
May 07, 1974
Takkar
Apr 18, 1980
Satyakam
Jan 02, 1969
Dastak
Dec 31, 1970
Swayamvar
Apr 28, 1980
Shriman Shrimati
Mar 05, 1982
Tumhare Liye
Jan 01, 1978
Aap Ki Kasam
Apr 17, 1974
Pati Patni Aur Woh
Jul 07, 1978
Abdullah
Mar 07, 1980
Zindagi
Dec 31, 1976
Manchali
Oct 26, 1973
Anokhi Raat
Jan 01, 1968
Saathi
Jan 17, 1968
Mukti
Aug 14, 1977
Nauker
Dec 07, 1979
Hum Hindustani
Mar 22, 1960
Saathi
Jan 17, 1968
Aakraman
May 14, 1975
Zabardast
Jun 21, 1985
Dhoti Lota Aur Chowpatty
Jan 01, 1975
Sawaal
May 21, 1982
Professor Ki Padosan
Jul 22, 1994
Devi
Jan 01, 1970
Devata
Nov 03, 1978
Muqaddar
May 31, 1978
Oonch Neech Beech
Jul 28, 1989
Daasi
Jun 26, 1981
Bandhan
Jan 01, 1969
Imaan
Jan 01, 1974
Namumkin
Jan 01, 1988
Nishan
Jan 01, 1965
Man Mandir
Jan 01, 1971
Badal
Jan 01, 1966
Gustakhi Maaf
Jun 18, 1969
Ayaash
Oct 15, 1982
Agni Rekha
Jun 15, 1973
Arjun Pandit
Apr 16, 1976
Uyarnthavargal
Jan 14, 1977
Yaadgaar
Jul 20, 1984
Sawan Ke Geet
Jan 01, 1978
Sachaai
Jan 01, 1969
Love and God
May 27, 1986
Ram Tere Kitne Nam
Feb 15, 1985
Vidhaata
Sep 03, 1982
Yehi Hai Zindagi
Oct 03, 1977
Kangan
Jan 01, 1971
Purani Pehchan
May 04, 1971
Husn Aur Ishq
Jan 01, 1966
Bachpan
Jan 19, 1970
Night in Calcutta
Jan 01, 1970
Gunehgar
Jan 01, 1967
Vishwasghaat
Feb 10, 1977
Kunwara Baap
Aug 12, 1974
