Anupam Kher, a pioneer in Indian cinema, turns 70. Kher is among the greatest Bollywood actors of all time and has received numerous awards for his incredible acting. He has received two National Film Awards and eight Filmfare Awards. The actor is also extremely comedic and has been awarded the Filmfare Award for Best Comedian five times. On his special day, let’s explore Anupams‘s iconic roles in some of the best Hindi movies
1. The Signature
In The Signature, Anupam plays the role of a simple man named K.V Anand. He is an elderly man who faces a crisis when his wife becomes critically ill and gets hospitalized. However he struggles financially to pay for her treatment. His performance in this film is full of emotions and he beautifully portrays the pain, strength and struggles of an ordinary man.
2. The Kashmir Files
Kher delivered one of the most powerful performances in The Kashmir Files. His character Pushkar Nath pandit, a Kashmiri Pandit who suffered during the exodus of 1990. His character goes through a lot of pain, anger and helplessness, yet he remains strong in spirit. Anupam‘s acting made people feel the real pain of the Kashmiri Pandits who suffered so much. His emotional scenes were deeply touching and proved why he is one of the best actors in the industry.
3. Buddha In a Traffic Jam
Anupam plays Professor Batki, a university professor with strong political and social beliefs in Buddha in a Traffic Jam. He guides the protagonist and opens his eyes to the cruelty of society. His character is smart and multi-dimensional, and he makes the audience wonder about the world around them. The depth that Kher provides in the film is something to watch out for in the movie.
4. The Accidental Prime Minister
Kher has a challenging role in The Accidental Prime Minister. He portrayed Dr. Manmohan Singh, the then Prime Minister of India. Kher delivered well in the role, as he had to mimic Singh’s voice and walk. He made the character appear genuine by focusing both his strengths and weaknesses as a leader. His performance was praised for its reality and depth.
5. Kaagaz 2
Kher’s character in Kaagaz 2 is a man fighting against an unjust society. The film shows all the common challenges that people face and the power of determination of a common man. Kher plays the role of lawyer Raj Narayan Singh. He fights the case for a father who relentlessly battles against the system for justice and reform. It also showcases his personal story where he tries to mend things between him and his son after being apart for a long time. His performance is inspiring, making the film an interesting watch.
6. Special 26
One of the most engaging roles Anupam did was in Special 26. He enacted the character, P.K. Sharma who is part of a team of frauds, passing themselves off as CBI inspectors and scam affluent people. The role is amusing and smart at the same time, and Anupam brings some class into the film. Anupam’s dialogue delivery and comic timing make him one of the movie’s most identifiable characters.
Anupam Kher movies feature a variety of films including emotional dramas, thrillers, and comedies. His ability to embody the character he plays is just fascinating. Kher is regarded as one of Indian cinema’s best actors. On his birthday, we remember the actor’s incredible journey and the iconic roles he played throughout his career in the film industry.
