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Vinod Khanna

Details

Profession

Actor, Politician, Film producer

Date Of Birth

6 October 1966 

Death

27 April 2017 

Birthplace

Peshawar, North-West Frontier Province, British India

 

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Biography 

Vinod Khanna, born on October 6, 1946, in Peshawar, British India (now Pakistan), was a prominent Indian actor and politician. He is widely regarded as one of the most charismatic and influential figures in the Indian film industry.

Khanna began his acting career in the late 1960s after completing his education at St. Xavier's College in Mumbai. He made his debut in the film Man Ka Meet in 1968 and soon gained recognition for his handsome looks, intense performances, and unique screen presence. His breakthrough role came in the movie Mere Apne (1971), where he portrayed a disillusioned young man caught up in the complexities of life.

Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Vinod Khanna starred in a series of commercially successful films, including Amar Akbar Anthony, Qurbani, Dayavan, and Muqaddar Ka Sikandar. He carved a niche for himself by portraying a diverse range of characters, from intense and brooding anti-heroes to romantic leads and action-oriented roles. His on-screen chemistry with leading actresses like Amitabh Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, and Zeenat Aman became immensely popular among audiences.

In addition to his acting prowess, Vinod Khanna was known for his charming personality and impeccable style. His rugged yet sophisticated image made him a favorite among fans and established him as a prominent fashion icon of his time.

In the early 1980s, at the peak of his acting career, Vinod Khanna surprised everyone by taking a break from the film industry to follow a spiritual path. He joined Osho Rajneesh's ashram in Pune and spent several years there in search of inner peace and enlightenment. After his spiritual journey, Khanna made a successful comeback to films in the late 1980s and continued to deliver memorable performances.

Vinod Khanna's contributions extended beyond the entertainment world. In the 1990s, he ventured into politics and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He was elected as a Member of Parliament from the Gurdaspur constituency in Punjab multiple times and served as a Minister of State for External Affairs in the Indian government.

Vinod Khanna's remarkable career in both cinema and politics came to an end with his untimely demise on April 27, 2017. His death left a void in the industry, and he is fondly remembered as a true legend whose talent and charisma continue to inspire generations.

Vinod Khanna's legacy as an actor, style icon, and politician remains etched in the annals of Indian history. His contribution to Indian cinema and society will always be celebrated, making him an everlasting symbol of talent, versatility, and integrity.

Age

Vinod Khanna was born on October 6, 1946, in Peshawar, British India (now Pakistan). At the time of his passing on April 27, 2017, he was 70 years old. Therefore, his zodiac sign is Libra.

Education

Vinod Khanna attended St. Mary's School, Bombay until class II and then transferred to Delhi. In 1957, the family moved to Delhi where he attended Delhi Public School, Mathura Road. Although the family moved back to Bombay in 1960, he was sent to Barnes School in Deolali, near Nashik. During his time at the boarding school Khanna watched the epics Solva Saal and Mughal-e-Azam and fell in love with motion pictures. He graduated with a commerce degree from Sydenham College, Bombay.

Death

Khanna was hospitalised at Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre in Girgaon, Mumbai, on 2 April 2017 for a few weeks after suffering from severe dehydration. He died at 11:20 a.m. (IST) on 27 April, and it was revealed that he had been battling advanced bladder cancer. He was cremated at the Worli Crematorium on the same day.

Career

Vinod was spotted by Sunil Dutt after graduation, and made his acting debut in Sunil Dutt's 1968 film Man Ka Meet (directed by Adurthi Subba Rao) as a villain and in which Som Dutt was the hero, a remake of the Tamil film Kumari Penn. At the start of his career, he played supporting or villainous characters in films such as Purab Aur Paschim, Sacha Jhutha, Aan Milo Sajnaand Mastana in 1970, and in Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Mere Apne and Elaan in 1971.

From playing villain Khanna successfully switched over to playing the popular hero. He got his first break as the solo lead in Hum Tum Aur Woh (1971) opposite Bharathi Vishnuvardhan and followed it up with Gulzar's Mere Apne. In 1973 his performance as an army officer facing death row in Gulzar's Achanak, earned him critical acclaim. In 1974 he played a college professor in Imtihan, which proved successful even in the face of stiff competition from Roti Kapda Aur Makan and Majboor. Amar Akbar Anthony and Muqaddar Ka Sikandar in which he costarred Amitabh Bachchan went on to become the highest-grossing Indian movies of 1977 and 1978 respectively. Muqaddar Ka Sikandar was the third highest-grossing Hindi movie in the 1970s after Sholay and Bobby. At the peak of his popularity, he played a supporting role in the 1978 Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki a heroine-dominated movie with stalwarts Asha Parekh and Nutan. Some of the successful movies of this era include Hatyara with Moushumi Chatterjee, Qaid with Leena Chandavarkar, Inkaar with Vidya Sinha, Aap Ki Khatir with Rekha, Khoon Ki Pukaar, Shaque and Adha Din Aadhi Raat with Shabana Azmi, and Daulat with Zeenat Aman. In 1980, he starred in Feroz Khan's Qurbani (1980) which became the highest-grossing film of that year. At the time, he was one of the highest-paid actors in Hindi films. Vinod also starred in 47 multi-hero films. In Shankar Shambhu he co-starred with Feroz Khan and in Chor Sipahee and Ek Aur Ek Gyarah he co-starred with Shashi Kapoor, in Hera Pheri, Khoon Pasina, Amar Akbar Anthony, Zameer, Parvarish and Muqaddar Ka Sikandar Khanna appeared with Amitabh Bachchan; and in Haath Ki Safai and Aakhri Daku he co-starred with Randhir Kapoor. He appeared with Sunil Dutt in Daku Aur Jawan and in Nehle pe Dehla. He acted with Jeetendra in Ek Hasina Do Diwane, Ek Bechara, Parichay, Insaan, Anokhi Ada and Janam Kundli. He did Rakhwala, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Patthar Aur Payal, The Burning Train, Batwara and Farishtay with Dharmendra. He worked with Shatrughan Sinha in films such as Panch Dushman, Bombay 405 Miles, Dost Aur Dushman, Pyaar Ka Rishta, Daulat Ke Dushman and Do Yaar, beginning with Gulzar's directorial debut Mere Apne. Gulzar worked with him in Achanak, Meera and Lekin, after his first movie Mere Apne.

Top 5 Movies

Mere Apne (1971)

In this film directed by Gulzar, Vinod Khanna delivers a remarkable performance as Shyam, a disillusioned young man who becomes entangled in a violent feud between two rival factions. The movie explores themes of family, loyalty, and the futility of violence, showcasing Vinod Khanna's versatility as an actor.

Amar Akbar Anthony (1977)

Vinod Khanna shines alongside Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor in this iconic Bollywood film. Directed by Manmohan Desai, the movie tells the story of three brothers separated during childhood and raised in different religious households. Vinod Khanna portrays Amar, a righteous police officer, with charisma and conviction, contributing to the film's immense popularity.

Qurbani (1980)

In this action-packed thriller directed by Feroz Khan, Vinod Khanna plays the role of Rajesh, a fearless and dashing criminal who finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of love and betrayal. Known for its captivating music and high-octane action sequences, Qurbani showcases Vinod Khanna's star power and his ability to portray complex characters.

Dayavan (1988)

Directed by Feroz Khan, this crime drama features Vinod Khanna in the titular role of Shakti Velu, a gangster with a troubled past who seeks redemption. The film explores themes of love, morality, and the conflict between good and evil. Vinod Khanna's intense portrayal of a conflicted character garnered critical acclaim.

Muqaddar Ka Sikandar (1978)

Directed by Prakash Mehra, this emotional drama showcases Vinod Khanna's versatility as he plays the role of Amit, a successful businessman who falls in love with a terminally ill woman. The film delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the inevitability of fate, and Vinod Khanna's heartfelt performance adds depth to the narrative.

Career Timeline

Year

Title

Roles

1968

Man Ka Meet

Pran

1969

Nateeja

Vinod Singh

1970

Sachaa Jhutha

CID Inspector Pradhan

1970

Mastana

Inspector Prasad

1970

Aan Milo Sajna

Anil Thakur

1970

Purab Aur Paschim

Shamu

1971

Jane-Anjane

Inspector Hemant

1971

Elaan

Ram Singh

1971

Reshma Aur Shera

Vijay

1971

Preetam

Anil

1971

Hungama

Preetam

1971

Rakhwala

Shyam

1971

Mere Apne

Shyam

1971

Mera Gaon Mera Desh

Jabbar Singh

1971

Memsaab

Arjun Dev

1971

Hum Tum Aur Woh

Vijay

1971

Dost Aur Dushman

 

1971

Guddi

Himself

1972

Ek Hasina Do Diwane

Prakash

1972

Parichay

Amit

1972

Anuraag

Arun Rai

1972

Sub Ka Saathi

Amar

1972

Parchhaiyan

Dilip Khanna / Rakesh

1972

Ek Khiladi Bawan Pattey

Michael

1972

Ek Bechara

Shekhar

1972

Do Yaar

Raju

1973

Kuchhe Dhaage

Thakur Lakhan Singh

1973

Dhamkee

CBI inspector

1973

Pyaar Ka Rishta

Anil

1973

Gaddaar

CBI Inspector Raj Kumar / Raja

1973

Anokhi Ada

Gopal

1973

Achanak

Major Ranjit Khanna

1974

Aarop

Subhash

1974

Imtihan

Pramod Sharma

1974

Patthar Aur Payal

Surajbhan Singh

1974

Haath Ki Safai

Shankar Kumar

1974

Kunwara Baap

Inspector Ramesh

1974

Sauda

Sunil

1974

Farebi

Ranjit

1974

Chowkidar

Gopal

1975

Zameer

Daaku Suraj Singh/Champoo

1975

Qaid

Advocate Jai Saxena

1975

Sewak

Mohan

1975

Prem Kahani

Sher Khan

1976

Shankar Shambhu

Shambhu/Chhote Thakur/Pappu R. Singh

1976

Hera Pheri

Ajay

1976

Shaque

Vinod Joshi

1976

Nehle Pe Dehla

Rahim

1976

Lagaam

Bheema

1977

Khoon Pasina

Aslam Sher Khan

1977

Amar Akbar Anthony

Inspector Amar Khanna

1977

Aap Ki Khatir

Sagar

1977

Hatyara

Vijay D. Singh/Inspector Ajay Singh

1977

Parvarish

Kishan Singh

1977

Maha Badmaash

Ratan

1977

Jallianwala Bagh

Amar Choudhary

1977

Inkaar

Inspector Amarnath 'Amar' Gill

1977

Chor Sipahee

Raja Khanna/Dada

1977

Adha Din Adhi Raat

Gopal

1978

Aakhri Daku

Mangal Singh

1978

Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki

Ajay R. Chouhan

1978

Muqaddar Ka Sikandar

Advocate Vishal Anand

1978

Khoon Ki Pukaar

Amrit/ Sher Singh

1978

Khoon Ka Badla Khoon

Amar

1978

Daaku Aur Jawan

Ramu

1979

Sarkari Mehmaan

Inspector Anand

1979

Meera

Rana Bhojraj Sesodia

1979

Lahu Ke Do Rang

Inspector Raj Singh/ Gopi Lathuria

1979

Yuvraaj

Gajendra/ Prince Vikram Dev

1979

Do Shikaari

Satish

1980

Zalim

Prakash Khanna

1980

The Burning Train

Vinod Verma

1980

Qurbani

Amar

1980

Garam Khoon

Ravi/ Johny 'Babloo'

1980

Bombay 405 Miles

Kanhaiya

1981

Kudrat

Dr. Naresh Gupta

1981

Jail Yatra

Raju Verma

1981

Khuda Kasam

Sumer Singh

1981

Ek Aur Gyarah

Jamiya

1982

Rajput

Bhanu

1982

Insaan

Shankar

1982

Raaj Mahal

Prince Vikram Singh

1982

Taaqat (1982 film)

Shakti Singh

1982

Daulat

Kunwar Dilip Singh

1983

Daulat Ke Dushman

Vinod

1987

Insaaf

Avinash Kapoor

1987

Satyamev Jayate

Police Inspector Arjun Singh

1988

Rihaee

Amarji

1988

Dayavan

Shakti Velhu/Dayavan

1988

Faisla

Birju

1988

Aakhri Adaalat

Inspector Amar Kaushal

1988

Akarshan

Himself

1989

Ustaad

Shankar

1989

Suryaa: An Awakening

Suraj Singh

1989

Batwara

Vikram Singh

1989

Chandni

Lalit Khanna

1989

Mahaadev

Arjun Singh

1990

Maha-Sangram

Vishal

1990

Lekin..

Samir Niyogi

1990

C.I.D.

C.I.D Inspector Veer Sehgal

1990

Jurm

Inspector Shekhar Verma

1990

Pathar Ke Insan

Arjun

1990

Muqaddar Ka Badshaah

Naresh

1990

Kaarnama

Suraj

1991

Farishtay

Dhirendra Kumar 'Dheeru'

1991

Khoon Ka Karz

Karan

1991

Dharam Sankat

Birju

1992

Nishchaiy

Ravi Yadav

1992

Humshakal

Inspector Vinod/ Sunil Kumar/ Dadu Kaliya

1992

Police Aur Mujrim

DSP Vishal Khanna

1992

Maarg

Suraj Singh

1993

Insaniyat Ke Devta

Balbir

1993

Kshatriya

Raja Jaswant Singh (Mirtagarh)

1993

Parampara

Thakur Prithvi Singh

1994

Pyar Ka Rog

Army Officer

1994

Eena Meena Deeka

Deeka

1994

Ekka Raja Rani

Vishal 'Vicky' Kapoor

1995

Janam Kundli

Randhir 'Junior' Mehra

1995

Hulchul

ACP Siddhant

1996

Muqadama

Captain Ajit Singh

1997

Maharana Pratap

Maharana Pratap

1997

Himalay Putra

ACP Suraj Khanna

1997

Dhaal

Inspector Varun Saxena

2001

Deewaanapan

Ranvir Choudhary

2002

Kranti

Awadesh Pratap Singh

2002

Leela

Nashaad

2004

Bhola in Bollywood

Himself

2005

Pehchaan: The Face of Truth

Advocate Deepak Khanna

2007

Risk

Khalid Bin Jamal

2007

Godfather

Abdullah Khan/ Godfather

2007-2009

Mere Apne

Kashinath Pandey

2008

Halla Bol

Himself

2008

Ek Thi Rani Aisi Bhi

Maharaja Jiwajirao Scindia

2014

Koyelaanchal

Saryu Bhaan Singh

2015

Chooriyan

Basant Singh

2015

Dilwale

Randhir Bakshi

2015

Downtown

Rajdeep Oberoi

2019

The Accidental Prime Minister (film)

Subbu

2020

Guns of Banaras

Guddu's father

Awards

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