Gulshan Grover
 |
This biographical article needs additional citations for verification. (July 2010) |
| Gulshan Grover | |
|---|---|
 |
|
| Born | 21 September 1955 New Delhi, India |
| Occupation | Actor, Film producer |
| Years active | 1980–pres |
Gulshan Grover (born 21 September 1955) is an Indian actor who has appeared in over 400 films through a career spanning over 30 years.
Grover is one of the first Indian actors to have made a successful transition from Bollywood into Hollywood and international cinema.
When he was a child, he lived in the small town of Tri Nagar in Delhi.
Contents |
Career [edit]
Gulshan Grover has acted in over 400 films through a career spanning over 30 years. He is versatile professional with a passion for his chosen craft and has acted in many of India’s top blockbusters that has brought him accolades, awards and an unparalleled fan following. Grover is a prominent figure in the Indian film community and known to be among actors who lend their support to social and noble causes.
He is also a producer and an entrepreneur.
He won the Best Actor International on 18 August 2011 at the New York City Film Festival for his performance as the Indian holy man Dada Bhagwan in the film Desperate Endeavors. He won the Best Actor award on 24 September 2011 for the same role at the Houston Film Festival. His recent film I Am Kalam earned him a nomination for National Film Awards of India as Best Supporting Actorand he won Best Actor Stardust Award for 'I am Kalam' in 2012
His personal commitment to give back to people and society through social causes has led to him being known as “The entertainer for a good cause”.[citation needed]
Grover was the Grand Marshall at the Los Angeles Parade to celebrate India's Independence Day (in 2008 and 2009). He was the Co-Grand Marshall at the New York Parade (2011).
Grover was present at the 2011 Indian Grand Prix, a Formula One motor race.
Awards and nominations [edit]
- Awards
- 2011-2012 Awarded for his contribution to Indian & International Cinema at the TSR-TV9 National Film Awards 2011-2012 (20th April 2013)[1]
- 2012 Awarded for his 'Priceless contribution and Iconic work in cinema and Entertainment' by The Rotary International (30th Nov 2012)
- 2012: Stardust Searchlight Award-Best Actor — I Am Kalam[2]
- 2011- Best Actor at New York City International Film Festival 2011- American Film Desperate Endeavors
- 2011- Best Actor at Houston Film Festival 2011 - American Film Desperate Endeavors
- 2010- PTC award for Best Supporting Actor film 'Virsa' 2010
- Giants international for Art & Cinema - 2003
- BBC Award for contribution to Indian Cinema -2001
- BBC Asia Award for excellence 1999[citation needed]
- Nominations
- 2011: National Awards of India - 'Best Supporting Actor' - I Am Kalam[3]
- 1994: Filmfare Best Villain Award for Sir
- 1995: Zee Cine Award nomination Best Villain film – Raghuveer
- 1995: Screen International, nomination Best Villain film - Raghuveer
Selected filmography [edit]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Ganga Devi | ||
| Agent Vinod | Tehmur Pasha | Special appearance in the song Dil Mera Muft Ka | |
| 2011 | Raqt-Ek Rishta | ||
| I Am Kalam | Bhati | ||
| 2010 | Payback | Inspector Sawant | |
| Crook | SI Joseph Pinto | ||
| Knock Out | Bapuji | ||
| Virsa | Jogindar Singh Grewal | ||
| Mittal v/s Mittal | Harish Salunke | ||
| 2009 | Zor Lagaa Ke...Haiya! | Bakshi | |
| Nephilim | |||
| Victory | Andy Singh | ||
| 2008 | Karzzzz | Sir Juda | |
| Yaariyan | Punjabi Film | ||
| Jumbo | Voice over | ||
| 2007 | Fool n Final | Choksh | |
| Dhokha | ATS Chief Raj Mehra | ||
| 2006 | Anthony Kaun Hai? | Inspector Suraj Singh | |
| Eight: The Power of Shani | Suraj Rai | ||
| Gangster | Khanbhai | Special appearance | |
| Dil Maange More | A. R. Rehman | ||
| Tathastu | DCP Rane | ||
| Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena | Sikandar | ||
| Family - Ties of Blood | Babubhai 'Bichhoo' | ||
| Tom, Dick and Harry | Soprano | ||
| 2004 | Taarzan: The Wonder Car | Inspector Khurana | |
| Ek Se Badkhar Ek | Jindaal | ||
| 2003 | Boom | ||
| Fun2shh... Dudes in the 10th Century | Chindi Chor/Babushah | ||
| 2002 | Lajja | Virender | |
| 2001 | Tales of The Kama Sutra 2: Monsoon | Brian Miranda | |
| 2000 | Hera Pheri | Kabeera | |
| 1999 | Hindustan Ki Kasam | Jabbar | |
| Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi | King Don | ||
| International Khiladi | Thakral | ||
| 1998 | Earth | Mr. Singh | |
| 1997 | Yes Boss | Bhushan | |
| 1996 | Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat | Gyani Kartar Singh | |
| 1995 | Sabse Bade Khiladi | Inspector K.Kada | |
| 1994 | Criminal | Robert | |
| Mohra | Tyson | ||
| Raja Babu | Banke | ||
| Yaar Gaddar | |||
| 1992 | Tyagi | Prem Dayal | |
| 1991 | Kurbaan | Himmat Singh | |
| 1989 | Love Love Love | Vikram 'Vicky' | |
| Ram Lakhan | Kesariya Vilayati, 'Bad Man' | ||
| 1988 | Khatron Ke Khiladi | Bahadur Singh | |
| Veerana | Raghu | ||
| 1984 | Insaaf Kaun Karega | Baggad | |
| 1983 | Avtaar | Chander Kishen | |
| Sadma | Balua | ||
| 1981 | Rocky | Jaggi | |
| 1980 | Hum Paanch | Mahavir | |
| 1978 | Madhumalti |
References [edit]
- http://movies.ndtv.com/movie_story.aspx?section=Movies&Id=ENTEN20110182765&keyword=bollywood&subcatg=MOVIESINDIA&nid=128987
- http://www.currentnewsindia.com/entertainment/gulshan-grover-wins-best-actor-at-ny-fest.html
- http://www.hindustantimes.com/Gulshan-Grover-wins-best-actor-at-NY-fest/Article1-738104.aspx
- http://www.masala.com/32995-gulshan-grover-wins-best-actor-award-at-ny-film-fest
External links [edit]
 |
Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Gulshan Grover |
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
