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Indian movie stars born in 1928

Here are 13 famous actors from India were born in 1928:

Sivaji Ganesan

Sivaji Ganesan (October 1, 1928 Viluppuram-July 21, 2001 Chennai) a.k.a. Nadigar Thilagam, Viluppuram Chinnaiahpillai Ganesan Manrayar, Padmashri Shivaji Ganesan, Shivaji Ganasan, Shivaji Ganeshan, Shivaji Ganesan, Sivaji, Villupuram Chinnaiahpillai Ganesan, Thilagam Nadigar, Viluppuram Chinnaiahpillah Ganesan, Villuppuram Chinnaiahpillai Ganesan, The Marlon Brando of South Indian Cinema or Viluppuram Chinnaiahpillai Ganesan was an Indian actor, politician, entrepreneur and film producer. His children are called Ramkumar Ganesan, Prabhu, Thenmozhi Ganesan and Shanthi Ganesan.

Sivaji Ganesan was one of the most prominent actors in Tamil cinema and received numerous awards and accolades for his performances. He made his acting debut in the 1952 film "Parasakthi" which was a critical and commercial success. He went on to act in over 300 films in a career spanning five decades. Sivaji was known for his versatility and ability to portray complex characters with ease. Some of his notable films include "Thiruvilayadal", "Veera Pandiya Kattabomman", "Padayappa" and "Deiva Magan". In addition to acting, Sivaji was also actively involved in politics and was a member of the Indian National Congress. He also founded the production company Sivaji Productions and produced several films. Sivaji Ganesan passed away in 2001 at the age of 72, leaving behind a rich legacy in Indian cinema.

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Dara Singh

Dara Singh (November 19, 1928 Amritsar district-July 12, 2012 Mumbai) a.k.a. Shri Dara Singh, Darasingh, Dara Singh Randhawa, Dara, Dara Singh Randhava, Singh, Deedar Singh, Rustam-E-Punjab, Rustam-E-Hind or Ironman of Indian cinema was an Indian politician, actor, film producer, film director, screenwriter and wrestler. His children are called Vindu Dara Singh, Amrik Singh Randhawa, Pruduman Singh Randhawa, Kamal Singh, Deepa Singh and Loveleen Singh.

Dara Singh was born in a Punjabi Sikh family and started his wrestling career in the 1950s. He was the first Indian wrestler to win the World Wrestling Championship which he won in 1960. He was also awarded the title of Rustam-E-Hind for his achievements in the sport. Singh ventured into acting with the 1952 film Sangdil and appeared in over 140 films in a career spanning several decades. He was known for his roles in films like King Kong (1962), Faulad (1963), and Dharam Karam (1975). He also produced and directed several films, including Nanak Dukhiya Sub Sansar (1970) which won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Punjabi. In 2005, he was honored with the Padma Shri by the Government of India for his contribution to the fields of sports and entertainment.

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A. P. Nagarajan

A. P. Nagarajan (February 24, 1928 Mannargudi-November 27, 1977) also known as Akkamappettai Paramasivan Nagarajan or Akkamappettai Paramasivan Nagarajan (APN) was an Indian film director, screenwriter, actor and writer.

He directed over 50 Tamil films and is considered to be one of the pioneers of the Tamil film industry. Nagarajan began his career as a writer and transitioned into directing in the 1950s. He was known for his socially conscious films, which addressed issues such as casteism and poverty. Some of his well-known films include "Thiruvilayadal", "Kandan Karunai" and "Karnan". Nagarajan was known for his collaboration with the legendary actor Sivaji Ganesan, with whom he worked on several films. Besides directing, Nagarajan also acted in a few films and wrote several novels. He received several awards and honors for his contributions to the Indian film industry. His legacy in Tamil cinema continues to be celebrated to this day.

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Gummadi Venkateswara Rao

Gummadi Venkateswara Rao (July 9, 1928 Ravikampadu-January 26, 2010 Hyderabad) also known as Gummadi Venkatheshwara Rao, Ghamadi, Venkateswara Rao Gummadi, Gummadi or Sree Gummadi Venkateswara Rao was an Indian actor.

He predominantly worked in Telugu cinema and appeared in about 550 films in a career spanning over five decades. Gummadi started his acting career in the 1950s with the film Chandirani and went on to become one of the most sought-after character actors in Telugu cinema. He is best known for his portrayal of fatherly roles and played important characters in iconic films like Mayabazar, Gundamma Katha, and Bhaakta Prahlada. Gummadi received numerous awards and honors for his contribution to Indian cinema including the prestigious Padma Shri award in 1988. He was also a philanthropist and actively supported humanitarian causes.

J. V. Somayajulu

J. V. Somayajulu (June 30, 1928 Srikakulam district-April 24, 2004 Hyderabad) otherwise known as Somayajulu J.V. or Jonnalagadda Venkata Somayajulu was an Indian actor.

He primarily worked in Telugu and Hindi films and was also a theatre artist. Somayajulu gained recognition for his roles in iconic films like "Sankarabharanam" (Telugu) and "Nayakan" (Hindi). He received numerous accolades for his performances, including the National Film Award for Best Actor in 1980 for his role in "Sankarabharanam" and the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "Bhumika" (Hindi) in 1978. In addition to his successful acting career, Somayajulu was a trained classical musician and a theater director. He was also a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, from 1998 until his death in 2004.

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M. S. Viswanathan

M. S. Viswanathan (June 24, 1928 Elappully-) also known as Manayangath Subramanian Viswanathan, Mellisai Mannar, M.S. Vishwanathan, The King of Light Music, M.S.V., M.S. Viswanathan, Thirai Isai Chakravarthy, Viswanathan, M.S.V, The Emperor of Cine Music, Msv, எம். எஸ். விஸ்வநாதன், M.S Viswanathan or M. S. Viswanathan is an Indian film score composer, actor, music director, playback singer, composer, singer-songwriter and musician.

He is considered to be one of the most versatile and innovative composers in the Indian film music industry. M.S. Viswanathan started his music career as a child prodigy playing the harmonium and went on to collaborate with various music directors and composers over the years. He composed music for over 1200 films in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada languages. He was known for experimenting with various genres of music including folk, jazz, and western classical music in his compositions.

Apart from his music career, M.S. Viswanathan also acted in a few Tamil films and appeared in several TV shows as a judge for music competitions. He was also honored with several prestigious awards including the National Award for Best Music Direction for the film "Sankarabharanam" in 1980. M.S. Viswanathan passed away in 2015 at the age of 87, leaving behind a rich legacy in the Indian music industry.

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Tarun Bose

Tarun Bose (September 14, 1928 Kolkata-March 8, 1972 Kolkata) also known as Late Tarun Bose was an Indian actor.

He acted in more than 80 Hindi and Bengali films, and was known for his versatile roles and natural acting style. Bose started his film career in the early 1950s with the Bengali film "Nabajanma", and later went on to act in films like "Sujata", "Mausam", "Anita", "Anuradha", and "Kabuliwala".

Bose also acted in several English language films, including "The Sword and the Flute" and "The Householder". He was awarded the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film "Kshudhita Pashan" in 1970.

Apart from acting, Bose was also a well-known theatre personality and has acted in several plays in Kolkata's theatre circuit. He passed away at the age of 43 due to a heart attack. Despite his short career, Bose is remembered as one of the finest actors of his time.

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Michael Craig

Michael Craig (January 27, 1928 Pune-) also known as Michael Francis Gregson is an Indian actor and screenwriter. He has three children, Stephen Gregson, Jessica Gregson and Michael Gregson.

Michael Craig began his acting career in the 1950s, appearing in a number of British films such as "The Silent Enemy" and "A Hill in Korea". He later transitioned to television, starring in the series "The Adventures of Robin Hood" and "Moonstrike". In the 1960s, he began working as a screenwriter and contributed to the scripts of films like "The V.I.P.s" and "The Liquidator".

Craig also had success as a stage actor, appearing in productions of "The Sound of Music", "Camelot", and "Barnum". He continued to act on stage and screen throughout the 1970s and 80s, but gradually transitioned to working behind the scenes. Today, at the age of 93, he is retired but remains an active member of the film and theater communities.

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Kavalam Narayana Panicker

Kavalam Narayana Panicker (April 28, 1928 Kavalam-) also known as Kavalam Narayana Panikkar, Panikkar or K. N. Panicker is an Indian playwright, lyricist, theatre director, actor, film score composer, composer, poet and screenwriter. He has two children, Kavalam Harikrishnan and Kavalam Sreekumar.

Born in the Kuttanad region of Kerala, Kavalam Narayana Panicker started his career as a lawyer, but soon switched to his true passion: theatre. He founded the theatre group Sopanam in 1962, which popularized the traditional art form of Kerala, Kathakali. He also founded the theatre troupe Lokadharmi, which staged a number of original plays in Malayalam, including his most famous play, "Avanavan Kadamba."

Apart from his contributions to theatre, Kavalam Narayana Panicker is also known for his work as a lyricist and composer for films. He has worked on a number of acclaimed films, including "Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha," for which he wrote the lyrics and composed the music. In recognition of his contributions to theatre and the arts, he has been awarded several honours, including the Padma Shri in 1991 and the Padma Bhushan in 2007.

Basanta Choudhury

Basanta Choudhury (May 5, 1928 Nagpur-June 20, 2000 Kolkata) a.k.a. Vasant Choudhury, Vasant Choudhary, Vasant Chowdhury, Basanta Chowdhury or Basant Choudhury was an Indian actor and sheriff.

He started his acting career in 1949 with the film "Dhartimata". He appeared in almost 300 films in various languages including Bengali, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Some of his memorable roles include "Chowringhee", "Dadar Kirti", and "Chhinnapatra". He was also actively involved in politics and served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly in West Bengal. Choudhury was appointed the Sheriff of Kolkata in 1991. He was honored with several awards during his career including the BFJA Awards and the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the film "Shahar Theke Dure". He passed away in 2000 due to a heart attack at the age of 72.

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Loose Mohan

Loose Mohan (February 8, 1928 Kanchipuram-September 16, 2012 Mylapore) a.k.a. A. Mohanasundaram or Arumugam Mohanasundaram was an Indian actor and comedian. His child is called Karthik.

Loose Mohan started his career as a stage actor and later entered the film industry. He was known for his impeccable comic timing and his ability to infuse humor in any role he played. He became iconic for his performances in Tamil cinema during the 1970s and 80s.

Apart from being an actor, Loose Mohan was also a trained lawyer and briefly practiced law before moving to Chennai to pursue his passion for acting. He acted in over 500 films in his career spanning over five decades.

Some of his most famous films are "Thillu Mullu," "Moondram Pirai," "Sakalakalavallavan," "Oorvasi Raakku," and "Padikkathavan". Loose Mohan was known for his close association with actor Rajinikanth and the duo featured together in many movies as well.

Loose Mohan was a beloved figure in the Tamil film industry due to his ability to make people laugh and his genuine nature. He passed away in 2012 at the age of 84 and was survived by his son Karthik.

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T.K. Balachandran

T.K. Balachandran (February 2, 1928-December 15, 2005 Thiruvananthapuram) a.k.a. T. K. Balachandran was an Indian actor, writer and screenwriter. He had two children, Vasanth Balachandran and Vinod Balachandran.

T.K. Balachandran started his career in acting in the 1950s and went on to become a prominent figure in the Malayalam film industry. He acted in over 300 films in his career spanning almost five decades. He was known for his versatility and had a perfect blend of comic timing and serious acting.

Apart from acting, T.K. Balachandran was also a well-known writer and screenwriter. He has written for various Malayalam magazines and newspapers. He wrote the screenplay for many films, including the critically acclaimed 'Kodiyettam'.

T.K. Balachandran was honored with many awards during his lifetime, including the Kerala State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the movie 'Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha'.

T.K. Balachandran was known for his philanthropic work and was involved in various social causes. He was also a member of the Kerala Sahitya Akademi and served as its president from 2002 to 2004. He passed away in 2005 at the age of 77, leaving behind a rich legacy in the Malayalam film industry.

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Ramkumar Bohra

Ramkumar Bohra (August 2, 1928 Jodhpur-October 11, 1991 Mumbai) also known as Ram Kumar Bohra was an Indian actor, film producer, film director and screenwriter. His children are called Mahendra Bohra, Sushil Bohra and Suresh Bohra.

Ramkumar Bohra began his career as an actor in the 1950s in Hindi and Gujarati films. He also worked as a screenwriter and directed a few films, including "Basant Bahar" in 1956. However, it was his work as a producer that brought him the most success. He founded the production company, Bohra Films, in 1971, and produced several successful films, including "Nishaan" and "Mome Ki Gudiya".

Bohra was known for his ability to spot and nurture young talent, and launched the careers of several Bollywood stars including Amitabh Bachchan, Shatrughan Sinha and Mithun Chakraborty.

Bohra passed away in 1991 at the age of 63, leaving behind a legacy as a successful film producer and a key figure in the Indian film industry.

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