Anupam Kher , an eminent figure in Indian cinema, has graced over 300 films, capturing hearts with his versatile portrayals. Renowned for roles like Dr. Dang in “Karma,” Principal Malhotra in “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” and Malhotra in “Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge,” Kher stands as a stalwart in the industry.: A Cinematic Maestro’s Journey Unveiled –
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Anupam Kher Biography
Anupam Kher, an Indian actor and former head of the Film and Television Institute of India, boasts an impressive career spanning over 500 films predominantly in Hindi, along with numerous acclaimed plays. His accolades include eight Filmfare Awards and two National Film Awards. Notably, he clinched the Filmfare Award for Best Comedian five times, among other prestigious recognitions.
Diverse Roles and Global Recognition
Beyond Hindi cinema, Kher’s talent transcended borders with appearances in globally acclaimed productions like “Bend It Like Beckham,” “Lust, Caution,” “Silver Linings Playbook,” and “Hotel Mumbai.” His contributions earned him a BAFTA nomination for his role in the British sitcom “The Boy With The Topknot” in 2018.
Notable Contributions and Honors
Anupam Kher’s influence extended to India’s National School of Drama and the Central Board of Film Certification. His significant contributions garnered national recognition, honored with the Padma Shri in 2004 and the Padma Bhushan in 2016 by the Indian government.
Anupam Kher Personal Life
Born on March 7, 1955, in Shimla to Pushkar Nath Kher and Dulari Kher, Anupam Kher’s journey into acting stemmed from his early schooling days. A graduate of the National School of Drama, his passion for acting led him to various performances and theater roles.
Relationship Chronicles: Anupam Kher and Kirron Kher
Anupam Kher’s love life intertwined with Kirron Kher’s after both had previously been married. Their friendship bloomed within the Chandigarh Theatre Group. Despite initially being close friends, their relationship evolved romantically over time. After overcoming personal struggles and divorces from their previous spouses, Anupam and Kirron tied the knot in 1985, marking a significant milestone in their lives.
Struggles and Triumphs
Kher’s journey into acting faced initial challenges, including financial constraints and moments of self-doubt. His resilience prevailed as he navigated through difficult times, ultimately securing his breakthrough role in Mahesh Bhatt’s “Saaransh.”
Iconic Films and Contributions
Anupam Kher’s illustrious career boasts stellar performances in cinematic gems like “Saaransh” (1984), “Karma” (1986), “Hum Aapke Hai Kaun” (1994), “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (1995), “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” (1998), “A Wednesday” (2008), and the recent impactful portrayal in “The Kashmir Files” (2022).
Anupam Kher’s Movie List and Career Timeline
Year | Anupam Kher Movies and Show titles | Anupam Kher Character’s Names |
2023 | Metro…In Dino | TBA |
2022 | The Kashmir Files | Pushkar Nath Pandit |
2022 | Uunchai | TBA |
2022 | Karthikeya 2 | Dhanvanthri |
2019 | The Accidental Prime Minister | Manmohan Singh |
2019 | One Day: Justice Delivered | Retired Judge Tyagi |
2018 | Aiyaary | Tariq Ali |
2018 | Baa Baaa Black Sheep | Charudutt Sharma/Charlie |
2018 | Love Sonia | Dada Thakur |
2018 | Hotel Mumbai | Hemant Oberoi |
2017 | Naam Shabana | Om Prakash Shukla/Shuklaji |
2017 | Indu Sarkar | Nana Pradhan |
2017 | Toilet: Ek Prem Katha | Dinanath Joshi/DJ Kakka |
2017 | Judwaa 2 | Balraj Bakshi |
2017 | Ranchi Diaries | Thakur Bhaiyaa |
2017 | The Big Sick | Azmat Nanjiani |
2017 | The Boy With The Topknot | Shathnam’s Father |
2016 | Buddha In A Traffic Jam | Professor Ranjan Batki |
2016 | M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story | Paan Singh Dhoni |
2016 | Saat Uchakkey | Diwan |
2016 | A Family Man | Dr. Savraj Singh |
2015 | Baby | Om Prakash Shukla/Shuklaji[2] |
2015 | Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene | D.K. Thawani |
2015 | Roy | Mr. Grewal |
2015 | Dirty Politics | C.B.I. Chief Satya Prakash Mishra |
2015 | Prem Ratan Dhan Payo | Diwan Saheb/Bapu |
2014 | Total Siyapaa | Rajinder Singh |
2014 | Gang of Ghosts | Gendamal |
2014 | Main Tera Hero | Vikrant Singhal |
2014 | Singham Returns | Gurukant Guruji Acharya |
2014 | Daawat-e-Ishq | Abdul Qadir/Shahriyar Habibullah |
2014 | Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami | Purushotam Narayan Joshi |
2014 | Happy New Year | Manohar Sharma |
2014 | Super Nani | Mr. Sammy |
2014 | The Shaukeens | Ashok Lali Lalwani |
2014 | Sonali Cable | Boss-Waghela |
2014 | Nayana | Nayana’s Muttachan |
2014 | Kalimannu | Himself |
2014 | Shongram | Old Karim |
2013 | Mai | Doctor |
2013 | Special 26 | P.K. Sharma aka Sharmaji |
2013 | Chashme Baddoor | Suryakant Santru Ranjan/Chandrakant Chiku Ranjan |
2013 | Aurangzeb | Inspector Vijaykant Phogat |
2013 | Hum Hain Raahi Car Ke | Prof. Ganguly |
2013 | Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 | Joginder Armstrong |
2013 | Krrish 3 | Scientist |
2013 | Gori Tere Pyaar Mein | Latesh Bhai |
2013 | Mahabharat | Shakuni (Voice) |
2013 | Kashala Udyachi Baat | Blind Man |
2012 | Chaar Din Ki Chandni | Chandraveer Singh |
2012 | Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum | Francis Marlo |
2012 | Mr. Bhatti on Chutti | BB Bhatti |
2012 | Chhodo Kal Ki Baatein | Benam Kumar |
2012 | Jab Tak Hai Jaan | Mr. Thapar |
2012 | Welcome Back Gandhi | Chief Minister |
2012 | Parijatha | N/A |
2012 | Silver Linings Playbook | Dr. Cliff Patel |
2012 | Midnight’s Children | Ghani |
2011 | Yamla Pagla Deewana | Joginder Singh Brar |
2011 | Game | Kabir Malhotra/Iqbal Chand Malhotra |
2011 | Zokkomon | Deshraj/Dr. Vivek Roy |
2011 | Naughty @ 40 | Laxminarayan Srivastav |
2011 | Chatur Singh Two Star | Rajpal Sinha/Dr Jhatka |
2011 | Yeh Faasley | Devinder Devilal Dua |
2011 | Mausam | Maharaj Krishna |
2011 | Desi Boyz | Suresh Awasthi |
2011 | Aagaah: The Warning | Pir Baba |
2011 | Pranayam | Achuthan Nair |
2011 | The Lion of Judah | Monty |
2011 | Breakaway | Darvesh Singh |
2010 | Pyaar Impossible | Mr. Sharma |
2010 | Striker | Inspector Farooque |
2010 | Apartment | Madhusudan Tanha |
2010 | Badmaash Company | Sajjan Kapoor |
2010 | Lamhaa | Haji |
2010 | Dabangg | Dayal Babu |
2010 | You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger | Dia’s Father |
2009 | Victory | Ram Shekhawat |
2009 | Morning Walk | Joymohan |
2009 | Zamaanat | Dr. Madan |
2009 | Sankat City | Faujdar |
2009 | Life Partner | Mr. Jugran |
2009 | Yeh Mera India | Judge Ayyar |
2009 | Dil Bole Hadippa! | Vikram Vicky Singh |
2009 | Wake Up Sid | Ram Mehra |
2009 | Teree Sang | Judge |
2009 | Tera Mera Ki Rishta | Mohinder |
2008 | Dhoom Dadakka | Mungilal |
2008 | Rama Rama Kya Hai Drama | Vishwas Khurana |
2008 | C Kkompany | Mr. Joshi |
2008 | A Wednesday! | Prakash Rathod |
2008 | Tahaan | Subhan Darr |
2008 | De Taali | Abhi’s Father |
2008 | God Tussi Great Ho | Jagmohan Prajapati |
2008 | Meerabai Not Out | Dr. Awasthi |
2008 | The Other End Of The Line | Rajeev Sethi |
2007 | Shakalaka Boom Boom | Reggie’s Father |
2007 | Buddha Mar Gaya | Laxmikant ‘LK’ Kabadiya |
2007 | Heyy Babyy | Mr. Malhotra |
2007 | Dhokha | Saeed |
2007 | Laaga Chunari Mein Daag | Shivshankar Sahay |
2007 | Apna Asmaan | Dr. Sathya |
2007 | Victoria No. 203 | Raja |
2007 | Dus Kahaniyaan | Anya’s Dad |
2007 | Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron | Lama |
2007 | Kuttrapathirikai | Rajiv Gandhi |
2007 | Lust, Caution | Khalid Said ud-Din |
2007 | Gandhi Park | Sammy Philips |
2006 | Rang De Basanti | Rajnath Singhania |
2006 | Umar | Narrator |
2006 | Shaadi Se Pehle | Mangal Pratap Bhalla |
2006 | Aap Ki Khatir | Arjun Khanna |
2006 | Chup Chup Ke | Jaived Prasad |
2006 | Khosla Ka Ghosla | Kamal Kishore Khosla |
2006 | Jaan-E-Mann | Vakil Chachu (Boney) |
2006 | Vivah | Harishchandra Bajpayee |
2006 | Apna Sapna Money Money | Satyabol Shastri |
2006 | Prateeksha | James Brown |
2006 | Hope & A Little Sugar | Colonel Oberoi |
2005 | Hum Jo Keh Na Paaye | Neeraj Mehta |
2005 | Kyaa Kool Hai Hum | Dr. Screwala |
2005 | Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara | Professor Uttam Chaudhary |
2005 | Sarkar | Motilal Khurana |
2005 | Main Aisa Hi Hoon | Dayanath Trivedi |
2005 | Paheli | Bhanwarlal |
2005 | The Mistress of Spices | Geeta’s Grandfather |
2004 | Garv | Tyagi (Lawyer) |
2004 | Tumsa Nahin Dekha | John Uncle |
2004 | Veer-Zaara | Zakir Ahmed |
2004 | Aabra Ka Daabra | Limbu |
2004 | Bride & Prejudice | Mr. Bakshi |
2003 | Jaal: The Trap | R. K. Sharma/Captain Rashid |
2003 | Banana Brothers | Ketan |
2002 | Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe | Mr. Puri |
2002 | Yeh Hai Jalwa | Robin Singh |
2002 | Bend It Like Beckham | Mr. Bhamra |
2001 | Aashiq | Dilip Dev Kapoor |
2001 | Jodi No.1 | Rai Bahadur |
2001 | Kyo Kii… Main Jhuth Nahin Bolta | Advocate Tejpal |
2001 | Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein | Deendayal Shastri (DD) |
2001 | Little John | Swami Paramananda aka Swamiji |
2001 | Praja | Bappu Haji Mustafa |
2000 | Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai | Mr. Saxena/Sirjee |
2000 | Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge | Vicky Nath |
2000 | Dil Hi Dil Mein | Colonel Enayathulla |
2000 | Kya Kehna | Gulshan Bakshi |
2000 | Refugee | Jaan Mohammad |
2000 | Dhadkan | Digvijay Varma |
2000 | Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Muthu Pillai |
2000 | Aaghaaz | Balraj Nanda |
2000 | Mohabbatein | Kake |
2000 | Ghaath | Ramakant Patel |
1999 | Sarfarosh-E-Hind | DCP Arun Bedi |
1999 | Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain | Mr. Vishwanath |
1999 | Sooryavansham | Dharmendra |
1999 | Haseena Maan Jaayegi | Gulzarilal Verma |
1998 | Zor | Police Commissioner Uday Singh |
1998 | Saat Rang Ke Sapne | Bhanu |
1998 | Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa | Dibyanath Chatterjee |
1998 | Keemat | Dinanath Tripathi |
1998 | Salaakhen | Sachidanand Agnihotri |
1998 | Aunty No. 1 | Jyotish |
1998 | Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai | Dadaji |
1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | Principal Malhotra |
1998 | Prem Aggan | Jai Kumar |
1998 | Bade Miyan Chote Miyan | Police Commissioner Shyamlal Tripathi |
1998 | Doli Saja Ke Rakhna | Mr. Bansal |
1998 | China Gate | Brigadier Anoop Kumar/Governor |
1998 | Jhooth Bole Kauwa Kaate | Rashid Khan |
1997 | Judwaa | Inspector Vidyarthi |
1997 | Agnichakra | Dhanraj |
1997 | Gudgudee | Ajay Prasad |
1997 | Ziddi | Advocate Ashok Pradhan |
1997 | Sanam | Seth Yashpal Anand |
1997 | Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya | Kailashnath |
1997 | Deewana Mastana | Birju |
1997 | Afltaoon | Vidyaprakash |
1997 | Share Bazaar | Inspector Sharma |
1997 | V.I.P. | Priya’s Father |
1996 | Vishwasghaat | Khurana/Indermohan |
1996 | Dushmani | Mr. Oberoi |
1996 | Shastra | Shanti Prasad |
1996 | Tu Chor Main Sipahi | Police Commissioner Kushal Singh |
1996 | Papa Kehte Hai | Krishan Anand |
1996 | Prem Granth | Swami Dharam Bhooshan |
1996 | Chaahat | Shambunath Rathore |
1996 | Maahir | Balwant Rai |
1996 | Mr. Bechara | Dr. Dayanand |
1995 | Dil Ka Doctor | Doctor Dilbag |
1995 | Meri Mohabbat Mera Naseeba | Abdullah Chacha |
1995 | Taqdeerwala | Inspector Ranjit Singh |
1995 | Janam Kundli | Mahendra Prasad |
1995 | Zamana Deewana | Kamdev Singh (KD) |
1995 | Oh Darling! Yeh Hai India! | President/Nathuram |
1995 | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Dharamvir Malhotra |
1995 | Ram Shastra | Dhonga |
1994 | Karan | Seth Pawan Puri |
1994 | Insaniyat | Brijbhan |
1994 | Laadla | Laxmi Narayan Jaitley |
1994 | 1942: A Love Story | Raghuvir Pathak |
1994 | Maha Shaktishaali | Inspector Prakash Varma |
1994 | Pyar Ka Rog | Col. Udham Udhu Singh |
1994 | Eena Meena Deeka | Ujwal Raja Bully |
1994 | Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! | Prof. Siddharth Chaudhary |
1994 | Chaand Kaa Tukdaa | Hasmukh Khurana |
1994 | Hum Hain Kamaal Ke | Nilamber |
1993 | Shreemaan Aashique | Professor Vishwamitra |
1993 | Aaj Kie Aurat | Editor Arun Saxena |
1993 | Lootere | Changez Lala |
1993 | Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja | Jagmohan/Manmohan |
1993 | Dil Ki Baazi | Daulatram |
1993 | Parampara | Gora Shankar |
1993 | Kayda Kanoon | Mr. Sinha |
1993 | Waqt Hamara Hai | Dinanath Sabkuchwala |
1993 | Meherbaan | Shankar |
1993 | Khalnayak | Ishwar Pandey |
1993 | Izzat Ki Roti | Girdharilal Chakradhari |
1993 | Sainik | Retd. Colonel Yashpal Dutt |
1993 | Hum Hain Kamaal Ke | Nilamber |
1993 | Gumrah | Prakash Chadda |
1993 | Dil Tera Aashiq | Ranvir Chaudhari |
1993 | Aasoo Bane Angaarey | Shyamsunder |
1993 | Tadipaar | Kader |
1993 | Darr | Vijay Awasthi |
1992 | Vansh | Krishnakant Dharmadhikari |
1992 | Beta | Totaram Chautala |
1992 | Do Hanso Ka Joda | N/A |
1992 | Zindagi Ek Juaa | Jagjit J.J. Singh |
1992 | Shola Aur Shabnam | Major Inder Mohan Lathi |
1992 | Nagin Aur Lootere | Police Constable |
1992 | Humlaa | Jagtap |
1992 | Ek Ladka Ek Ladki | Bhagwati Prasad |
1992 | Ganga Bani Shola | Chamanlal |
1992 | Khel | Seema’s Uncle |
1992 | Apradhi | Heera |
1992 | Umar 55 Ki Dil Bachpan Ka | Batliwala |
1991 | Khilaaf | Rana Ranjit Singh Sangwan |
1991 | Mast Kalandar | Pinkoo |
1991 | Ayee Milan Ki Raat | Bajrangi/Sumer Singh/Baldev Singh |
1991 | Pratigyabadh | Tej Bahadur/Tejaa |
1991 | Trinetra | Father Patrick |
1991 | Saudagar | Mandhaari Kaka |
1991 | Saathi | Inspector Kotwal/Sultan |
1991 | Lamhe | Prem Anand |
1991 | Hum | Inspector Girdhar |
1991 | Dil Hai Ki Manta Nahin | Seth Dharamchand |
1991 | Ganga Jamuna Ki Lalkar | Lala |
1991 | Sau Crore | Mohanbhai |
1990 | Awaargi | Lala Jamal Khan |
1990 | Jeene Do | Hardayal |
1990 | Izzatdaar | Jailor Mushtaque Ali |
1990 | Kroadh | Inspector Vikram Shukla |
1990 | Muqaddar Ka Badshaah | Vijay Singh |
1990 | Dil | Hazari Prasad |
1990 | Sheshnaag | Bansi Lal |
1990 | Aaj Ka Arjun | Police Inspector |
1990 | Indrajaalam | CM Of Maharashtra |
1989 | Sachai Ki Taqat | DCP Agarwal |
1989 | Ram Lakhan | Deodhar Shastri |
1989 | Main Tera Dushman | Thakur Dayalu |
1989 | Daddy | Anand |
1989 | Taaqatwar | Municipal Officer Vijay Sharma |
1989 | Nigahen: Nagina Part II | Gorakh Nath |
1989 | Aakhri Ghulam | Rai Bahadur Thakur Daulat Singh |
1989 | Parinda | Inspector Prakash |
1989 | Chandni | Ramesh Mehra |
1989 | ChaalBaaz | Tribhuvan/Chachaji |
1989 | Tridev | Commissioner Mathur |
1989 | Kanoon Apna Apna | Kabza Kanhaiyalal |
1989 | Bhrashtachar | Purshottam |
1989 | Zakham | Durjan |
1989 | Main Azaad Hoon | Dalchand Jain |
1988 | Mere Baad | Saagar |
1988 | Ghar Mein Ram Gali Mein Shyam | Dharamchand |
1988 | Tamacha | Dr. Mehta |
1988 | Shiv Shakti | D.C. |
1988 | Hatya | Surendra Mohan |
1988 | Bees Saal Baad | Thakur |
1988 | Pestonjee | Pestonjee (Pesi) |
1988 | Paap Ko Jalaa Kar Raakh Kar Doonga | Bhuchaal |
1988 | Vijay | Lala Yodhraj Bhalla |
1988 | Zakhmi Aurat | Lawyer Mahendranath |
1988 | Tezaab | Shyamlal |
1987 | Sansar | Din Dayal Sharma |
1987 | Mohre | Jagmohan Sharma |
1987 | Satyamev Jayate | Advocate Amar N. Kaul |
1987 | Kaash | Alok |
1987 | Thikana | Inspector Anwar Ali |
1987 | Uttar Dakshin | Ramniklal |
1987 | Trimurtulu | Don |
1987 | Nehru: The Jewel of India | Jawahar |
1986 | Aakhree Raasta | Mahesh Sandaliya |
1986 | Palay Khan | British General Bonz |
1986 | Karma | Dr. Michael Dang |
1986 | Allah Rakha | R.S. Khera |
1986 | Samundar | Rajeshwar Nath |
1986 | Jeeva | Inspector Dushyant Singh |
1985 | Aitbaar | Public Prosecutor |
1985 | Arjun | Shiv Chougule |
1985 | Wafadaar | Daya Sagar |
1985 | Jaanoo | Mr. Mathur |
1985 | Misaal | Rana |
1985 | Rao Saheb | Rao Saheb |
1985 | Janam | Virendra Desai |
1984 | Saaransh | B.V. Pradhan |
1984 | Utsav | Samsthaana’s Friend |
1982 | Aagaman | Unknown |
1995 | Imtihaan | Producer |
2000 | Say Na Something To Anupam Uncle | Host |
2001 | Sawaal Dus Crore Ka | Host |
2004 | ER | Ajay Rasgotra |
2004 | Spooks | Harakat |
2007 | Lead India | Host |
2013 | 24 | Wasim Khan |
2014 | The Anupam Kher Show – Kucch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai | Host |
2015 | Sense8 | Sanyam Dandekar |
2016 | Bharatvarsh | Host |
2017 | People | Host |
2017 | The Indian Detective | Stanley D’Mello |
2018 | Mrs Wilson | Shahbaz Karim |
2018 | New Amsterdam | Dr. Vijay Kapoor |
2021 | Bhuj: The Day India Shook | Narrator |
Future Ventures and Projects
With upcoming films like “Uunchai” and “Shiv Shastri Balboa,” Kher continues to captivate audiences with his versatile acting prowess and commitment to storytelling.
Conclusion: Anupam Kher’s Enduring Legacy
Anupam Kher, an actor par excellence, continues to leave an indelible mark on Indian cinema. His journey, filled with triumphs, struggles, and unwavering dedication, stands as an inspiration, solidifying his stature as a true cinematic legend.
Anupam Kher’s Impact: A Journey Beyond Frames
Anupam Kher’s contributions transcend the silver screen, leaving an imprint on the hearts of millions. His dedication to the craft and multifaceted talent continue to inspire generations, encapsulating the essence of an extraordinary cinematic luminary.