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Jackie Shroff Honors 'Bharat Kumar' Manoj Kumar
4 Apr
Summary
- Jackie Shroff paid tribute to filmmaker Manoj Kumar on his death anniversary.
- Manoj Kumar was known for his iconic patriotic roles as 'Bharat Kumar'.
- Kumar had a career spanning over four decades and appeared in 55 films.
Jackie Shroff recently paid a heartfelt tribute to the late filmmaker and actor Manoj Kumar, remembering him on his death anniversary. Kumar was widely celebrated as the iconic 'Bharat Kumar' of Indian cinema, a title earned through his memorable performances in patriotism-themed films.
Shroff shared a nostalgic sepia-hued picture of the veteran actor on his social media, conveying that Kumar remains 'Always in our hearts.' Manoj Kumar's acting journey began in 1957, with his breakthrough lead role arriving in 1962 with 'Hariyali Aur Rasta.'
Throughout his career, which spanned more than four decades, Manoj Kumar starred in 55 films. He passed away at the age of 87 due to chronic heart-related complications, with decompensated liver cirrhosis noted as a secondary cause.
In related news, Jackie Shroff's latest film is the romantic comedy 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri.' He is also slated to appear in Ahmed Khan's upcoming comedy film, 'Welcome To The Jungle,' which boasts a star-studded cast.
