
Sanjeev Kumar
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
125 acting credits
Acting · 125

Sholay
1975

The Chess Players
1977

Silsila
1981

Kaala Patthar
1979

Hum Paanch
1980

Abdullah
1980

Zabardast
1985

Seeta and Geeta
1972

Alaap
1977

Aandhi
1975

Dhoop Chhaon
1977

Vidhaata
1982

Anamika
1973

Chehre Pe Chehra
1981

Trishul
1978

Aakraman
1975

Saathi
1968

Parichay
1972

Anubhav
1971

Ayaash
1982

Faraar
1975

Immaan Dharam
1977

Takkar
1980

Shikar
1968

Yehi Hai Zindagi
1977
Paras
1971

Mukti
1977

Dastak
1970

Angoor
1982

Swayamvar
1980

Aashirwad
1968

Bandhan
1969

Manoranjan
1974

Paapi
1977

Haathkadi
1982

Oonch Neech Beech
1989

Jaani Dushman
1979

Lakhon Ki Baat
1984

Daasi
1981

Devi
1970

Namkeen
1982

Bad Aur Badnaam
1984

Hero
1983
Zindagi
1976

Aap Ki Kasam
1974

Kunwara Baap
1974

Dharti Kahe Pukar Ke
1969

Sawaal
1982

Raahee
1987

Griha Pravesh
1979

Gauri
1968

Khud-Daar
1982

Naya Din Nai Raat
1974
Chala Murari Hero Banne
1977

Agni Rekha
1973

Rivaaj
1972

Swarg Narak
1978

Apne Dushman
1975

Yaadgaar
1984

Anhonee
1973

Biwi O Biwi
1981

Oos Raat Ke Baad
1969

Be-Reham
1980

Meraa Dost Meraa Dushman
1984

Nauker
1979

Chowkidar
1974

Mausam
1975

Sunghursh
1968

Sachaai
1969

Alibaba and 40 Thieves
1966
Pati Patni
1966

Smuggler
1966
Bharatha Vilas
1973

Dhoti Lota Aur Chowpatty
1975

Satyakam
1969
Suraag
1982

Charitraheen
1974

Koshish
1972

Hum Hindustani
1960

Shriman Shrimati
1982

Vishwasghaat
1977

Kangan
1971

Baat Ban Jaye
1986

Man Mandir
1971

Uyarnthavargal
1977

Log Kya Kahenge
1982

Muqaddar
1978

Qatl
1986

Nishan
1965

Love and God
1986

Trishna
1978

Devata
1978

Shandaar
1974

Professor Ki Padosan
1994

Pati Patni Aur Woh
1978

Manchali
1973

Imaan
1974

Aao Pyaar Karein
1964

Pakhandee
1984

Sabse Bada Sukh
1972
Kaanch Ki Deewar
1986

Bachpan
1970

Khilona
1970

Ram Tere Kitne Nam
1985

Arjun Pandit
1976

Badal
1966

Namumkin
1988

Purani Pehchan
1971

Homaye Sa'adat
1971

Husn Aur Ishq
1966

Ek Paheli
1971

Gustakhi Maaf
1969

Summer Rain
1978

Itni Si Baat
1981

Apnapan
1977

Anokhi Raat
1968
Uljhan
1975

Priya
1970

Tumhare Liye
1978
Haathon Ki Lakeeren
1986
Kalapi
1966

Naunihal
1967

Gunehgar
1967

Night in Calcutta
1970

Rocky Mera Naam
1973