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Indian movie stars died in 1997

Here are 11 famous actors from India died in 1997:

Sukumaran

Sukumaran (June 10, 1948 Edapal-June 16, 1997 Thiruvananthapuram) also known as Sukumaran Nair or Edappal Ponnamkuzhi Veettil Sukumaran Nair was an Indian actor, film producer and teacher. His children are called Prithviraj Sukumaran and Indrajith Sukumaran.

Born in the village of Edapal, Sukumaran made his acting debut in 1972 with the film "Nirmalyam" directed by M.T. Vasudevan Nair. He went on to act in over 300 films in the Malayalam film industry, including "Chemmeen", "Achani", "Thrishna", "Lekhayude Maranam Oru Flashback" and "Namukku Parkkan Munthiri Thoppukal".

Apart from acting, Sukumaran was also a film producer, having produced the Malayalam film "Kadathanadan Ambadi" in 1990. He was also a noted teacher, having founded the School of Drama and Fine Arts in Thrissur.

Sukumaran's sons, Prithviraj and Indrajith, also followed in his footsteps and became successful actors in the Malayalam film industry. Sukumaran passed away in 1997 at the age of 49 due to a heart attack.

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Chetan Anand

Chetan Anand (January 3, 1921 Lahore-July 6, 1997 Mumbai) was an Indian screenwriter, actor, film director and film producer. He had two children, Ketan Anand and Vivek Anand.

Chetan Anand was a prominent figure in the Indian film industry and is considered to be one of the pioneers of Indian parallel cinema. He started his career in the film industry as an actor in 1944 with the film "Neecha Nagar" which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.

Anand then went on to become a successful director and producer, making notable films such as "Aandhiyan," "Haqeeqat," and "Heer Ranjha." He also directed the acclaimed war film "Hindustan Ki Kasam," which was based on the 1971 Indo-Pak war.

Apart from filmmaking, Anand was also a prolific writer and wrote several novels and short stories in Hindi. He was also an accomplished playwright and theater director.

Chetan Anand was honored with several awards for his contributions to Indian cinema, including the Padma Bhushan in 1971 and the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1996. He passed away in Mumbai in 1997 at the age of 76.

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Sombhu Mitra

Sombhu Mitra (August 22, 1915 Kolkata-May 19, 1997 Kolkata) was an Indian actor, film director, playwright and screenwriter. His child is called Shaoli Mitra.

Sombhu Mitra was a towering figure in the Indian theater scene, known for his pioneering work in shaping the modern Indian theater. He co-founded the Indian People's Theater Association (IPTA) in 1943, a cultural organization that aimed to use theater as a means of bringing about social and political change. He directed several landmark plays, including "Nabanna" and "Muktadhara", which were praised for their innovative style and socially relevant themes.

Apart from his work in theater, Sombhu Mitra also acted in several films, including Satyajit Ray's "Jalsaghar" and "Devi". He was also a prolific screenwriter, and worked on the scripts of several films.

Sombhu Mitra was the recipient of several awards and honors, including the Padma Shri in 1969 and the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1961. He continued to work in theater and film until his death in 1997, leaving behind a rich legacy in Indian cultural history.

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Anoop Kumar

Anoop Kumar (January 9, 1926 Khandwa-September 20, 1997 Mumbai) also known as Kalyan Kumar Ganguly or Anup Ganguly was an Indian actor and film producer. He had two children, Arjun Kumar and Chandra Sanyal.

Anoop Kumar was born in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh, India, in 1926. He started his career as an actor in 1951 with the film "Bharosa," directed by Bimal Roy. Anoop Kumar acted in more than 80 Hindi films, including "Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi," "Jhumroo," "Padosan," and "Raja Aur Runk." He usually played comedic roles and was known for his witty dialogue delivery and impeccable comic timing.

In addition to acting, Anoop Kumar also produced three films - "Grihalakshmi," "Darpan," and "Kavi," all of which received critical acclaim. He also served as a director on the board of the Film Finance Corporation (now known as the National Film Development Corporation) and was actively involved in promoting Indian cinema.

Anoop Kumar was married and had two children, Arjun Kumar and Chandra Sanyal. He passed away in Mumbai on September 20, 1997, at the age of 71.

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Murad

Murad (November 27, 2014 India-November 27, 1997 India) a.k.a. late Murad was an Indian actor. He had one child, Raza Murad.

Murad was born in 1919 in India, and began his acting career in 1942 with the film "Khandan". He went on to act in over 100 films in his career, which spanned four decades. His notable roles include those in films such as "Deedar", "Mughal-e-Azam", and "Hum Dono". Murad was known for his versatility, and often portrayed both positive and negative characters with ease. In addition to Hindi films, he also acted in Bengali and Punjabi films. Murad passed away on November 27, 1997 in India, the same day as his 75th birthday.

Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair

Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair (October 16, 1916 Nagercoil-March 11, 1997 Thiruvananthapuram) a.k.a. Thikkurishi, Thikkurissy, Thikkurissi, Thikkurisi, Sukumaran Nair, Thikkurisi Sukumaran Nair, Thikkurishi Sukumaran Nair, Padmashri Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair or Thikkurissi Sukumaran Nair was an Indian actor, playwright, film director, screenwriter, lyricist, poet and orator. He had four children, Shyamala Devi Kunjamma, Geethambika Kunjamma, Rajahamsan Nair and Kanakasree Nair.

Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair was born in Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu to a family of performers. He started his career as a playwright and made his acting debut in the 1936 film, Bhakta Kuchela. He went on to act in over 500 films in several languages including Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi. He was known for his versatile acting skills and his commanding screen presence.

Apart from his acting career, Thikkurissy was also a noted poet and orator. He wrote several plays and was the recipient of many awards including the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India. He was also a member of the Kerala Legislative Assembly and held several important positions in the state.

Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair passed away on March 11, 1997 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, leaving behind a rich legacy in the Indian film and theatre industries.

M. Prabhakar Reddy

M. Prabhakar Reddy (October 8, 1935 Thungathurthy-November 27, 1997 Hyderabad) a.k.a. Prabhakar Reddy M.B.B.S., Dr. Prabhakar, Dr. M. Prabhakar Reddy, Dr. Mandadi Prabhakar Reddy, Prabhakara Reddy, Dr. Prabhakar Reddy or Prabhakar Reddy was an Indian actor, screenwriter and writer.

He primarily worked in Telugu cinema and was known for his versatile acting skills. Born in Thungathurthy, a small village in Telangana, he obtained his medical degree and worked as a doctor for a brief period of time before venturing into the film industry. Prabhakar Reddy made his acting debut in 1964 with the film "Dasara Bullodu" and went on to act in over 250 films in his career. He was noted for his performances in films like "Srikrishna Tulabharam", "Devudu Chesina Manushulu", "Tene Manasulu", and "Raja Rani". In addition to acting, he also wrote screenplays for films like "Rajaputra Rahasyam" and "Manavudu Danavudu". Despite being a successful actor, he remained humble and was known for his philanthropic activities. He passed away in Hyderabad at the age of 62 due to a heart attack.

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M. G. Soman

M. G. Soman (October 28, 1941 Tiruvalla-December 12, 1997 Kerala) otherwise known as M.G.Somashekharan Nair, Somashekharan Nair or Soman was an Indian actor, soldier and film producer. He had two children, Saji Somashekharan and Sindhu Somashekharan.

Soman began his career as a Lieutenant in the Indian Army, and after serving for a few years, he debuted in the Malayalam film industry in 1972 with the film "Muthassi." He went on to act in over 300 films in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu languages, and was regarded as one of the best villain actors in the South Indian film industry during the 1970s and 1980s.

He received several awards for his acting, including the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor for his role in the 1985 film "Oru Sayahnathinte Swapnam." He also produced the 1996 Malayalam film "Kalyana Sowgandhikam" under the banner of Soma Creations.

Apart from his film career, Soman was also a trained martial artist and had a black belt in karate. He was also a philanthropist and actively involved in social work. However, he passed away on December 12, 1997, due to a heart attack at the age of 56.

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Rabi Ghosh

Rabi Ghosh (November 24, 1931 Kolkata-February 4, 1997 Kolkata) also known as Robi Ghosh Dostidar, Ekalavya, Robi Ghosh, Robi Ghose or Rabi Ghosh Dostidar was an Indian actor and film director.

Ghosh is primarily known for his comedic roles in Bengali cinema and theatre, and appeared in over 100 films throughout his career. He began his acting career in the 1950s, working for the theatre company Bohurupee. Ghosh made his film debut in the 1958 film Joutuk, and went on to act in a variety of films in Bengali, Hindi and other languages.

Ghosh is best remembered for his work with director Satyajit Ray, appearing in several of his films including Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne, Hirak Rajar Deshe, and Joy Baba Felunath. He was also a talented director in his own right, and directed several films including the critically acclaimed Hindi film Abar Aranye.

In addition to his acting and directing work, Ghosh was a prolific writer and playwright. He wrote several plays, including the popular comedy Chhutti, which was adapted into a Hindi film in 1984.

Ghosh passed away in Kolkata in 1997 at the age of 65, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most beloved and talented actors in Indian cinema.

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Jagathy N. K. Achary

Jagathy N. K. Achary (November 27, 2014 Jagathy-November 27, 1997 Thiruvananthapuram) also known as Jagathy, N. K. Achary, Jagathy NK Achari, Jagathi N.K. Achari or Jagathy N. Kochukrishnan Achary was an Indian writer, actor, screenwriter and playwright. He had two children, Jagathy Sreekumar and Krishnakumar Achary.

Jagathy N. K. Achary was born on 5th January 1948 in Trivandrum, Kerala, India. He began his career in the world of Malayalam cinema in the year 1974, with his first film being Chattambi Kalyani. Over the course of more than three decades, Jagathy contributed significantly to over 1500 films and theater productions.

Jagathy was known for his impeccable comic timing and the ability to make his audience laugh out loud. Often referred to as the "King of Comedy" in Malayalam cinema, his unique and remarkable style of comedy earned him many accolades and rewards throughout his career.

Apart from his work in the film industry, Jagathy was also an accomplished writer and playwright. He wrote several books, including a book of poetry called "Ente Gurunathan" and an autobiography titled "Jagathinde Nizhalukal". He was also a talented screenwriter and wrote several scripts for Malayalam movies.

Jagathy N. K. Achary met with a tragic car accident in 2012, which left him severely injured and unable to continue his acting career. He continues to receive treatment for his injuries to this day. Despite the accident, Jagathy remains an icon in the world of Malayalam cinema, and his contributions to the industry will always be remembered.

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O.P. Ralhan

O.P. Ralhan (November 27, 2014 India-January 12, 1997 India) a.k.a. Ralhan, Rallan or O. P. Ralhan was an Indian actor, film director, screenwriter, film producer and writer. His child is called Munish Ricky Om Prakash Ralhan.

Ralhan was born in Lahore, Punjab, British India (now Pakistan), and started his career as an actor in films such as "Jogan" and "Aurat" in the 1950s. He later turned to direction with the film "Ghunghroo" in 1952 and went on to direct and produce several successful films in the 1960s and 70s, including "Teesri Manzil", "Yaadon Ki Baaraat", and "Neel Kamal".

Apart from his work in the film industry, Ralhan was also a writer and published several novels, including "Mehakti Raat" and "Tum Akhri Jazeera Ho". He served as a member of parliament for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the 1990s.

Ralhan is remembered as a pioneer of Hindi cinema, having contributed immensely to the industry as an actor, director, and producer. He passed away at the age of 82 in Mumbai, India.

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