February 19, 2024 / 12:12 AM ISTByFilmy Focus

Naseeruddin Shah

ActorDirector

Born : 20/07/1950

Birth Place : Uttar Pradesh

Spouse : Ratna Pathak Shah

Biography:

Naseeruddin Shah, born on 20th July 1950, is a distinguished Indian actor renowned for his contributions to Indian parallel cinema and his involvement in various international productions. Throughout his illustrious career, Shah has garnered widespread acclaim and numerous accolades, including three National Film Awards, three Filmfare Awards, and the prestigious Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to Indian cinema, the Government of India has bestowed upon him the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan awards, highlighting his significant impact on the industry.

In 1982, Shah entered into matrimony with his second wife, actress Ratna Pathak, the daughter of renowned actress Dina Pathak. Together, they have been blessed with two sons. Notably, Shah’s sister-in-law is the esteemed actress Supriya Pathak, who is married to actor Pankaj Kapur.

Shah’s remarkable talent, coupled with his versatility and dedication to his craft, has solidified his status as one of the most respected figures in Indian cinema, leaving an indelible mark on the industry for generations to come.

More Details

Name	Naseeruddin Shah
Date of Birth	20/07/1950
Current Residence	Mumbai
Religion	Muslim
Nationality	Indian
Spouse	Ratna Pathak Shah
College (s)	Aligarh Muslim University

Debut Movies
Language	Movie Name
Hindi	Nishant

Awards List
Year	Award	Category	Movie Name
1979	National Film Awards	Best Actor	Sparsh
1984	National Film Awards	Best Actor	Paar
2006	National Film Awards	Best Supporting Actor	Iqbal
1981	Filmfare Awards	Best Actor	Aakrosh
1982	Filmfare Awards	Best Actor	Chakra
1983	Filmfare Awards	Best Actor	Masoom
1987	Padma Shri
2003	Padma Bhushan
2000	IIFA Awards	Best Performance in a Negative Role	Sarfarosh
1986	Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards	Best Actor	Paar
2006	Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards	Best Supporting Actor	Iqbal