June 16, 2023 / 11:41 PM ISTByFilmy Focus

Anupam Kher

ActorDirectorProducerPolitician

Born : 07/03/1955

Birth Place : Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.

Father : Pushkarnath Kher

Mother : Dulari Kher

Sibling : Raju Kher

Spouse : Kirron Kher

Children : Sikandar Kher

Biography:

Anupam Kher was born on March 7, 1955, in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.He comes from a Kashmiri Pandit family. His father, Pushkarnath Kher, was a clerk in the Forest Department, and his mother, Dulari Kher, was a housewife.He completed his schooling from D.A.V. School in Shimla and went on to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Drama from the National School of Drama (NSD) in New Delhi.Anupam Kher made his acting debut in the film “Aagman” in 1982. However, his breakthrough role came in the critically acclaimed film “Saaransh” (1984), where he portrayed the role of a retired middle-class Maharashtrian man.

He has acted in over 500 films in various languages, including Hindi, English, and several regional languages.Anupam Kher has been recognized for his versatile performances and has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. He has won the National Film Award for Best Actor for his role in “Daddy” (1989).Some of his notable films include “Karma” (1986), “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (1995), “Veer-Zaara” (2004), “A Wednesday!” (2008), and “Silver Linings Playbook” (2012), among others.Apart from films, Anupam Kher has also acted in various television shows and web series. He gained widespread popularity for his role as Dr. Vijay Kapoor in the American medical drama series “New Amsterdam.”

He has also ventured into film production and has directed and produced several films, including “Om Jai Jagadish” (2002) and “Ranchi Diaries” (2017).

In addition to his acting career, Anupam Kher is a well-known motivational speaker and has delivered talks and conducted workshops globally. He has authored several books, including his autobiography, “The Best Thing About You Is You!”.

More Details

Name	Anupam Kher
Date of Birth	07/03/1955
Current Residence	Mumbai, India
Religion	Hinduism
Nationality	Indian
Height	168 CM
Hobbies	Listening to Old Hindi Songs, Reading
Father	Pushkarnath Kher
Mother	Dulari Kher
Sibling	Raju Kher
Spouse	Kirron Kher
Children	Sikandar Kher
Marriage Date	25/08/1985
Educational Qualification	Bachelor's degree in Theatre Drama
College (s)	National School of Drama (NSD) in New Delhi.
School (s)	D.A.V. School in Shimla

Debut Movies
Language	Movie Name
Hindi	Sheeshay Ka Ghar (1984)

Awards List
Year	Award	Category	Movie Name
1985	Filmfare Awards	Best Actor	Saaransh
1989	National Film Awards	Best Actor	Daddy
1989	Filmfare Awards	Best Comedian	Ram Lakhan
1992	Filmfare Awards	Best Comedian	Lamhe
1994	Star Screen Awards	Best Supporting Actor	Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge
1999	Star Screen Awards	Best Comedian	Haseena Maan Jayegi
2010	Star Screen Awards	Best Supporting Actor	Wake up Sid
2001	IIFA Awards	Best Comedian	Vijeta
2006	IIFA Awards	Best Supporting Actor	Maine Gandhi Ko Nahi Mara
1997	Zee Cine Awards	Best Comedian	Vijeta
2002	Zee Cine Awards	Best Performance	Hum Tumhare Hai Sanam
2005	Zee Cine Awards	Best Actor in a Supporting Role	Veer-Zaara
2007	Asianet Film Awards	Special Jury Award	Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja
1998	Screen Awards	Best Comedian	Yes Boss
2004	Screen Awards	Best Comedian	Kal Ho Naa Ho
2013	Screen Awards	Best Supporting Actor	Special 26
2013	Stardust Awards	Best Supporting Actor	Special 26
2017	Stardust Awards	Stardust Awards	Stardust Awards