Indian movie stars born in 1912
Here are 5 famous actors from India were born in 1912:
Sathyan
Sathyan (November 9, 1912 Nagercoil-June 15, 1971 Chennai) a.k.a. Manuel Sathyaneshan Nadar, Sathyaneshan Nadar, Sathyanesan, Manuel Sathyaneshan, Sathyan Mash or Sathyan Master was an Indian teacher, soldier, actor and inspector. He had three children, Prakash Nadar, Sathish Nadar and Jeevan Nadar.
Sathyan was educated in Nagercoil and then later attended the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun. He served in the British Indian Army in World War II before being injured and discharged. He then went on to teach English and history at St. Joseph's College in Tiruchirappalli.
In 1952, Sathyan made his acting debut in the Tamil film "Parasakthi" and quickly rose to become one of the most sought after actors in the industry. He is known for his performances in films like "Velaikkari", "Karnan" and "Paar Magale Paar". He won the National Film Award for Best Actor for his role in the film "Thaayirama Thaayir".
Apart from acting, Sathyan was also a talented writer and poet. He wrote several poems in Tamil under the pen name "Sathyan Mash". He was also a police inspector for a brief period in the early 1950s.
Sathyan passed away at the age of 58 due to a heart attack. He remains a beloved figure in the Tamil film industry and is remembered for his contributions as an actor and writer.
Vasant Shinde
Vasant Shinde (May 14, 1912 Pune-July 5, 1999 Pune) was an Indian actor, cinematographer and film score composer.
He was born in Pune, India on May 14, 1912, and grew up with an interest in the arts. Shinde started his career as an actor, and later transitioned into film score composition and cinematography. He worked in the Indian film industry for over five decades, and scored music for more than 100 films.
Shinde was known for his innovative and experimental approach to composing music, incorporating different musical styles and genres into his soundscapes. He was also recognized for his work as a cinematographer, using his technical expertise to produce visually stunning films.
Throughout his career, Shinde received numerous accolades and awards, including the National Film Award for Best Music Direction for the film "Maya Memsaab". He also served as the president of the Indian Motion Pictures' Association and the Film Federation of India.
Shinde passed away in Pune, India on July 5, 1999, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking work in the Indian film industry.
Ram Gopal
Ram Gopal (November 20, 1912 Bangalore-October 12, 2003 Croydon) also known as Bissano Ram Gopal was an Indian actor, choreographer, dancer and writer.
He was widely considered as one of the pioneers of modern Indian dance, and his contributions to Indian classical and contemporary dance were invaluable. Ram Gopal began dancing at a young age and was trained in various forms of dance such as Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and Manipuri. He performed on several international platforms and earned recognition as one of the most talented dancers of his time. In addition to his dancing skills, Ram Gopal also acted in a number of movies both in India and abroad. He was also an accomplished writer and authored two books, "My Years with the Indian Ballet" and "The Role of Dance in Indian Culture". Ram Gopal was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India, for his contributions to the arts.
Raja Nene
Raja Nene (September 18, 1912-November 5, 1975 Mumbai) also known as Gajanan Hari Nene was an Indian actor and film director.
He is best known for his work in Marathi cinema and was considered to be one of the pioneers of the industry. He started out as a stage actor and went on to act in over 50 films. Nene was also a prolific film director, having directed more than 20 films during his career. Some of his most notable works include the Marathi films "Bhakta Pundalik" (1956), "Navrang" (1959), and "Kela Ishara Jata Jata" (1960). In addition to his work in cinema, Nene was also a writer and a poet. He passed away in 1975 at the age of 63. Today, he is remembered as a legend in Marathi cinema and is admired for his contributions to the industry.
Kamal Mitra
Kamal Mitra (December 9, 1912 Bardhaman-August 2, 1993 Kolkata) was an Indian actor.
He was a prominent figure in the Bengali film industry and had acted in more than 100 films in his career spanning over four decades. Mitra began his acting career in the 1930s and gained recognition for his versatile performances in films like "Ramapati" and "Mayer Adhikar". He was known for playing complex characters and his ability to portray a range of emotions on screen.
Apart from acting, Mitra was also a trained singer and performed in several stage productions of musical dramas. He was associated with the Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA) and acted in many of their productions. Some of his notable films include "Uttarayan", "Nishi Padma", "Jibon Jemon" and "Sankhabela". He received numerous awards for his contributions to the Indian film industry, including the prestigious National Film Award for Best Actor in 1961 for his role in the film "Jibon Jemon".