Jigar
''Jigar'' is a 1992 Indian Hindi-language martial arts film directed by Farogh Siddique.It is the 2nd movie of Ajay Devgn. It was released during the Diwali weekend and proved to be a successful hit. The plot is inspired by the 1989 American film ''Kickboxer''. Plot Raju and Duryodhan are very good friends. Suman, who is like a sister to Duryodhan, is Raju's love interest. Duryodhan is a wrestler who works at a martial arts training school owned by Lal Bihari. Following a misunderstanding involving Raju, Duryodhan and Raju's sister, Duryodhan rapes her. Raju is furious, but he is unable to avenge his sister because Duryodhan is a wrestler. Raju starts training as a fighter under Baba Thakur. After completing his training, he avenges all his enemies. Duryodhan is killed in the ring, and Lal Bihari is killed by Suman. Cast *Ajay Devgan as Raj Verma "Raju" *Karishma Kapoor as Suman *Paresh Rawal as Lal Bihari *Ajit Khan as Baba Thakur * Arjun as Duryodhan * Sukanya Kulkarni a ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Karishma Kapoor
Karisma Kapoor (; born 25 June 1974) is an Indian actress who appears in Hindi films. One of the leading and highest-paid actresses of the 1990s and early 2000s, Kapoor is a recipient of several accolades, including a National Film Award and four Filmfare Awards. A part of the Kapoor family, she made her acting debut as a teenager with a leading role in the moderately successful '' Prem Qaidi'' (1991). Subsequently, Kapoor starred in a number of box office hits, including the dramas '' Jigar'' (1992) and '' Anari'' (1993), the comedies '' Raja Babu'' (1994), '' Andaz Apna Apna'' (1994), '' Coolie No. 1'' (1995) and '' Saajan Chale Sasural'' (1996), and the thriller '' Jeet'' (1996). However, she was criticized for her brief, repetitive roles and inclination to male-dominated films. The 1996 blockbuster romance '' Raja Hindustani'' marked a significant turning point in Kapoor's career, earning her praise and a Filmfare Award for Best Actress. She later won the National Fil ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Karisma Kapoor
Karisma Kapoor (; born 25 June 1974) is an Indian actress who appears in Hindi films. One of the leading and highest-paid actresses of the 1990s and early 2000s, Kapoor is a recipient of List of awards and nominations received by Karisma Kapoor, several accolades, including a National Film Awards, National Film Award and four Filmfare Awards. A part of the Kapoor family, she made her acting debut as a teenager with a leading role in the moderately successful ''Prem Qaidi'' (1991). Subsequently, Kapoor starred in a number of box office hits, including the dramas ''Jigar'' (1992) and ''Anari (1993 film), Anari'' (1993), the comedies ''Raja Babu (film), Raja Babu'' (1994), '' Andaz Apna Apna'' (1994), ''Coolie No. 1 (1995 film), Coolie No. 1'' (1995) and ''Saajan Chale Sasural'' (1996), and the thriller ''Jeet (1996 film), Jeet'' (1996). However, she was criticized for her brief, repetitive roles and inclination to Androcentrism, male-dominated films. The 1996 blockbuster romance ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Veeru Devgan
Veeru Devgan (born Virender Harjidas Devgan; 25 June 1934 – 27 May 2019) was an Indian action choreographer, film director, and producer known for his work in Hindi cinema. Over the course of his career, he contributed to more than 200 films, with notable titles including '' Roti Kapada Aur Makaan'' (1974), '' Mr. Natwarlal'' (1979), ''Kranti'' (1981), ''Prem Rog'' (1982), ''Ram Teri Ganga Maili'' (1985), ''Aaj Ka Arjun'' (1990), '' Phool Aur Kaante'' (1991) and '' Jigar'' (1992). Personal life Born into the Devgan family in Amritsar, he was married to Veena, and had three children with her, including actor Ajay Devgn. Devgan, who rarely made public appearances, was last seen at the special screening of his son's film ''Total Dhamaal'' in February 2019. He choreographed fight and action scenes for over 80 different Hindi films including '' Mr. Natwarlal'', '' Ek Khiladi Bawan Pattey'', '' Phool Aur Kaante'', '' Jigar'', '' Dil Kya Kare'' etc. He also acted in the 1981 film ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Ajay Devgan
Vishal Veeru Devgan (born 2 April 1969), known professionally as Ajay Devgn, is an Indian actor, film director, and producer. One of the most prolific actors of Hindi cinema, Devgn has appeared in over 100 films and has won numerous accolades, including four National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. In 2016, he was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest civilian honour. Devgn emerged a star with his film debut, the action romance '' Phool Aur Kaante'' (1991). He had further action film roles in '' Vijaypath'' (1994), '' Dilwale'' (1994), '' Jaan'' (1996), '' Major Saab'' (1998) and '' Kachche Dhaage'' (1999) and romantic roles in '' Ishq'' (1997), '' Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha'' (1998) and '' Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam'' (1999). Devgn's dramatic performance in '' Zakhm'' (1998) earned him the National Film Award for Best Actor. In the 2000s, Devgn saw limited commercial success, but gained critical acclaim for the films ''Comp ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Pankaj Udhas
Pankaj Udhas (17 May 1951 – 26 February 2024) was an Indian ghazal and playback singer known for his works in Hindi cinema, and Indian pop. He started his career with the release of a ghazal album titled ''Aahat'' in 1980 and subsequently recorded many hits like ''Mukarar'' in 1981, ''Tarrannum'' in 1982, ''Mehfil'' in 1983, ''Pankaj Udhas Live at Royal Albert Hall'' in 1984, ''Nayaab'' in 1985 and ''Aafreen'' in 1986. After his success as a ghazal singer, he was invited to appear and sing for a film by Mahesh Bhatt, ''Naam (1986 film), Naam'', in which his song "Chitthi Aayee Hai" (A Letter Has Arrived) became an instant hit. He did playback singing for many Hindi films after that. Albums and live concerts around the globe brought him fame as a singer. In 2006, Pankaj Udhas was awarded Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award. His brothers Nirmal Udhas and Manhar Udhas are also singers. Udhas was posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian a ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Yunus Parvez
Yunus Parvez (1931/1932 – 11 February 2007) was an Indian actor who played supporting roles in over 200 films from 1963 to the 2000s. He is best known for his roles in films like '' Garm Hava'' (1974), ''Deewaar'' (1975), '' Trishul'' (1978), ''Gol Maal'' (1979) and '' Mr. India'' (1987). His last film role was in Shaad Ali's hit film '' Bunty Aur Babli'' (2005). Yunus Parvez graduated from University of Allahabad. Yunus Parvez fought 1998 Indian general election as a candidate of Samajwadi Party The Samajwadi Party ( SP; ) is a Socialism, socialist political party in India. It was founded on 4 October 1992 by former Janata Dal politician Mulayam Singh Yadav and is headquartered in New Delhi. It is the third-largest political party in ... but could not secure many votes. Death and survivors Yunus Parvez died in Mumbai on 11 February 2007 at the age of 75 of acute diabetes. His son Arshad Khan is married to the daughter of film actor Vikas Anand. He also is survived by ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Ajay Devgn
Vishal Veeru Devgan (born 2 April 1969), known professionally as Ajay Devgn, is an Indian actor, film director, and producer. One of the most prolific actors of Hindi cinema, Devgn has appeared in over Ajay Devgn filmography, 100 films and has won List of awards and nominations received by Ajay Devgn, numerous accolades, including four National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. In 2016, he was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest Indian honours system, civilian honour. Devgn emerged a star with his film debut, the action romance ''Phool Aur Kaante'' (1991). He had further action film roles in ''Vijaypath'' (1994), ''Dilwale (1994 film), Dilwale'' (1994), ''Jaan (1996 film), Jaan'' (1996), ''Major Saab'' (1998) and ''Kachche Dhaage'' (1999) and romantic roles in ''Ishq (1997 film), Ishq'' (1997), ''Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha'' (1998) and ''Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam'' (1999). Devgn's dramatic performance in ''Zakhm'' (1998) earned him ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Goga Kapoor
Ravinder Kapoor (15 December 1940 – 3 March 2011), popularly known as Goga Kapoor, was an Indian actor, who appeared mostly in Bollywood films. He has acted in over 120 films, majorly known for playing supporting roles of that of villain's henchmen or that of gangster. He is also remembered for portraying the role of Kans in the popular TV serial ''Mahabharat'', Ravan in TV serial Jai Veer Hanuman, Daku Shaitan Singh in the film '' Toofan'', Dinkar Rao in the 1990 film '' Agneepath'' and as the Don in the film '' Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa''. His other notable works include films such as ''Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak'' and ''Run''. Acting career Kapoor has worked in many English plays while he started his career. While working in English plays he gradually became a theatre actor. Later when his acting skills got the recognition, he was offered a small but crucial role in '' Jwala'', which was released in 1971. Soon, he started receiving many regional film offers, but later he stopped ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Sukanya Kulkarni
Sukanya Kulkarni Mone (née Kulkarni) is an Indian actress who mainly works in Hindi and Marathi films and television productions. She has won several awards including two Filmfare Marathi Awards and Maharashtra State Film Awards respectively. Personal life Kulkarni was born in a Marathi family. She is married to veteran actor Sanjay Mone. The couple has one daughter, Julia Mone. Filmography Television Awards References External links Sukanya Kulkarnion IMDb IMDb, historically known as the Internet Movie Database, is an online database of information related to films, television series, podcasts, home videos, video games, and streaming content online – including cast, production crew and biograp ... {{DEFAULTSORT:Kulkarni, Sukanya 20th-century Indian actresses 21st-century Indian actresses 1968 births Living people ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Kumar Sanu
Kedarnath Bhattacharya (born 20 October 1957), professionally known as Kumar Sanu, is a leading Indian playback singer who primarily sings in Hindi film songs. He is widely regarded as the Melody King of Bollywood. He holds the record for winning five consecutive Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer from 1991 to 1995. He also holds the Guinness World Record for recording the maximum number of songs (28 songs) in a single day since 1993.Apart from Hindi, he has also sung in other languages including Marathi, Nepali, Assamese, Bhojpuri, Gujarati, Manipuri, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, Punjabi, Odia, Chhattisgarhi, Urdu, Pali, English and his native language Bengali. For his contribution to Indian cinema and music, he was awarded the Padma Shri in 2009 by the Government of India. Many of his tracks feature in BBC's "Top 40 Bollywood Soundtracks of all time". Early life Kumar Sanu's father, Pashupati Bhattacharya, was a vocalist and composer. His a ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Gulshan Grover
Gulshan Grover (born 21 September 1955) is an Indian actor and film producer who has appeared in over 100 films. He is popularly known as the "Bad Man" of Hindi cinema because of his ability to create an impact with his negative roles in films. Early life Grover holds a post graduate degree from Delhi's Shri Ram College of Commerce and was associated with ‘Little Theatre Group’ for a long time before launching into the Hindi film industry. Awards Selected filmography Music videos Dubbing roles Live-action television series Bibliography * See also * List of Indian film actors References ;Additional references Gulshan Grover wins best actor at NY festGulshan Grover wins best actor at NY fest'Desperate Endeavours' has him playing a spiritual leaderGoing for BondCartoon Character Based on Gulshan GroverGulshan grover awardedGulshan Grover and Salma Kayak in the movie The DriverGulshan Grover wins best actor award in New YorkGulshan Grover treasures JP Dutta c ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Ajit Khan
Hamid Ali Khan (27 January 1922 – 22 October 1998), better known by his stage name Ajit, was an Indian actor active in Hindi films. He acted in over two hundred movies over a period of almost four decades. Ajit is also credited for starring as a lead actor in popular Bollywood movies such as '' Beqasoor'', , ''Bada Bhai'', ''Milan'', ''Bara Dari'', and later as a second lead in ''Mughal-e-Azam'' and . Early life Ajit was born as Hamid Ali Khan into a Muslim family of Shahjahanpur and was brought up in Hyderabad city. The family belonged to the Barozai clan of Pashtuns, Ajit's ancestors having moved from Kandahar in Afghanistan to Shahjahanpur in Uttar Pradesh before settling down in Hyderabad. His father was a personal driver of Nizam of Hyderabad Mir Osman Ali Khan. Career According to Ajit's son Shehzad when Ajit first arrived in Mumbai from Hyderabad, he had so little money that he lived in cement pipes on Mohammad Ali Road. Local gangsters controlled these makeshi ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |