A Chapter Closes: Esteemed Bollywood Actor Manoj Kumar Passes Away at 87
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Legendary Bollywood actor Manoj Kumar, best known for his range of patriotic film, died at the age of 87. He breathed his last in Mumbai's top hospital. Kumar died due to heart-related complications.
Manoj Kumar no more
Veteran Bollywood actor Manoj Kumar passed away due to complications related to his heart. Medical reports from the hospital indicate that the cause of death was decompensated liver cirrhosis. He was 87 years old at the time of his passing.
PM Modi announced the passing of Kumar via a Twitter post stating, "He was a legendary figure in Indian cinema, renowned for his patriotic fervor, which was evident in his films. Manoj Ji's contributions sparked a sense of national pride and will serve as an inspiration for future generations. My condolences go out to his family and fans during this time of sorrow. Om Shanti."
Manoj Kumar, an actor to be remembered for decades
Manoj Kumar is widely recognized for his patriotic contributions to Bollywood cinema. Over the years, numerous superstars have paid homage to him in various ways. Additionally, several mimicry artists have honored the legend by imitating his distinctive style of speaking while concealing their faces. As a result, Manoj Kumar has remained a prominent figure in the industry for decades, even during periods when he was less active than in his earlier career.
Some of Manoj Kumar's most iconic films include Purab Aur Paschim and Roti, Kapda Aur Makaan. He also starred in notable works such as Woh Kaun Thi, Patthar Ke Sanam, Neel Kamal, and Kranti. His film Gumnaam was pivotal in elevating him to stardom, as it became one of the highest-grossing films upon its release in 1965.
A little more about Manoj Kumar
Manoj Kumar was given the birth name Harikrishnan Goswami. He was born in 1937 in Abbottabad, a small town located in the North-West Frontier Province of British India, which is now known as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
Initially known by the stage name Bharat Kumar, this esteemed actor received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2015 in recognition of his significant contributions to Indian cinema. Additionally, he was awarded the Padma Shri in 1992.
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