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Indian actor and film director Manoj Kumar, particularly known for his patriotic films and the nickname ‘Bharat Kumar’, passed away at the age of 87 at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital on Friday. The legendary Bollywood actor was a recipient of prestigious Padma Shri and Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his immense contribution to Indian cinema for decades.
Take a look at his life and career:
Early Life and Career:
Born as Harikrishna Giri Goswami on July 24, 1937, Manoj Kumar was a prominent figure in Hindi cinema, known for his patriotic films and the nickname ‘Bharat Kumar’.
Patriotic Films:
Manoj Kumar was best known for acting in and directing films with patriotic themes, including “Shaheed” (1965), “Upkar” (1967), “Purab Aur Paschim” (1970), and “Roti Kapda Aur Makaan” (1974).
Awards and Recognition:
Manoj Kumar was honoured with the Padma Shri in 1992 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2015 for his contributions to Indian cinema.
Nickname: ‘Bharat Kumar’
His nickname “Bharat Kumar” is associated with his patriotic roles and the character he played in the film “Upkar”.
Other Notable Films:
In addition to his patriotic films, he also acted in and directed other notable films like “Hariyali Aur Raasta”, “Woh Kaun Thi”, “Himalaya Ki God Mein”, “Do Badan”, “Patthar Ke Sanam”, “Neel Kamal”, and “Kranti”.
