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Indian movie actors deceased in Cancer

Here are 16 famous actors from India died in Cancer:

Michael Bates

Michael Bates (December 4, 1920 Jhansi-January 11, 1978 Cambridge) was an Indian actor and soldier. He had one child, Rupert Bates.

Michael Bates' most notable role was as Chief Petty Officer "Perce" Pertwee in the popular British sitcom "The Navy Lark". Before becoming an actor, Bates served in the British Army during World War II and was taken as a prisoner of war by the Japanese in Singapore. He later wrote about his experiences in his autobiography "A Miracle Missed". Bates also appeared in several films including "A Clockwork Orange" and "The Spy Who Loved Me". He died at the age of 57 from cancer.

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Feroz Khan

Feroz Khan (September 25, 1939 Bangalore-April 27, 2009 Bangalore) a.k.a. Feroze, Feroze Khan, Firoz Khan, Khan Saab, Feeroz, Firoz, Feroz, Khan, Zulfikar Ali Shah Khan or the Clint Eastwood of the East was an Indian actor, film producer, film director, film editor, screenwriter and writer. His children are called Fardeen Khan, Laila Khan and Sonia Sethia.

Throughout his career, Feroz Khan acted in over 50 films and won various awards for his remarkable performances. He made his acting debut in the late 1960s with the film "Didi" and went on to star in many successful movies such as "Arzoo", "Aadmi Aur Insaan", "Dharmatma", and "Qurbani" among many others.

Apart from acting, Feroz Khan was also a successful film producer and director. He produced and directed the hit film "Janbaaz" which starred his son, Fardenn Khan. He also directed and produced other successful films like "Qurbani", "Dayavan", and "Yalgaar".

Feroz Khan was known for his unique style and persona which earned him the title of the "Clint Eastwood of the East". He was also a trendsetter in the Indian film industry with his stylish outfits and cars.

During his lifetime, Feroz Khan was honored with several awards including the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award and the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film "Gandhi".

Feroz Khan passed away in 2009 due to lung cancer at the age of 69 in his hometown of Bangalore, India.

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Rajendra Kumar

Rajendra Kumar (July 20, 1929 Sialkot-July 12, 1999 Mumbai) a.k.a. Jubilee Kumar, Rajender Kumar, Rajendra Kumar Tuli, Rajendrakumar, Rajinder Kumar or A star is Born was an Indian actor, film producer and film director. His children are called Kumar Gaurav, Dimple Patel and Kaajal Tulli.

Rajendra Kumar began his acting career in 1950 with the film "Jogan". He gained popularity as a leading actor in the 1950s and 1960s, and starred in several successful films such as "Mother India", "Sangam", and "Mere Mehboob". He was known for his roles in romantic dramas and was often referred to as the "King of Romance".

In addition to acting, Kumar also produced and directed films. He produced many successful films under his banner, Filmistan, including "Dosti" and "Arzoo". He also directed two films, "Mere Mehboob" and "Aag Aur Daag".

Kumar was honored with several awards during his career, including the Padma Shri in 1969 and the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1991. He was also a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, from 1997 to 1999.

Despite his success in the film industry, Kumar was known for his humble nature and philanthropic work. He established a charitable trust, the Rajendra Kumar Trust, which focused on education and medical aid for the underprivileged.

Kumar passed away in 1999 at the age of 69 due to a cardiac arrest. He left behind a legacy as one of Bollywood's most beloved actors and producers.

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Raaj Kumar

Raaj Kumar (October 8, 1926 Loralai-July 3, 1996 Mumbai) also known as Jaani, Kulbhushan Pandit or Raj Kumar was an Indian actor and sub-inspector. He had three children, Puru Raajkumar, Panini Raajkumar and Vastavikta.

Raaj Kumar started his career as a sub-inspector in the Mumbai Police force before entering the film industry in 1952 with the movie "Rangili". He was known for his deep voice and intense acting style, which made him a popular choice for playing roles of police officers, gangsters and other dramatic characters.

Some of Raaj Kumar's notable movies include "Mother India", "Waqt", "Hamraaz", "Hindustan Ki Kasam" and "Tirangaa". He received the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor award for his role in "Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai" and the Filmfare Best Actor award for his performance in "Godhuli".

Apart from acting, Raaj Kumar was also a skilled Urdu poet and had published a collection of his poems titled "Ehsaas". He was also a keen horse rider and had participated in several equestrian events.

Raaj Kumar passed away on July 3, 1996 at the age of 69 due to complications from throat cancer. He remains one of the most iconic actors of Indian cinema and his legacy continues to inspire future generations of artists in the industry.

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Prithviraj Kapoor

Prithviraj Kapoor (November 3, 1906 Faisalabad-May 29, 1972 Mumbai) also known as Prithvinat Kapoor, Prithviraj, Pritviraj, Pridhviraj, Prithviraj Kapur, Prithvi Raj Kapoor, Kapoor or Pṛithvīrāj Kapūr was an Indian actor. He had six children, Shashi Kapoor, Shammi Kapoor, Raj Kapoor, Urmila Sial Kapoor, Nandi Kapoor and Devi Kapoor.

Prithviraj Kapoor is considered one of the pioneers of Indian theatre and cinema. He began his career in the 1920s as a member of the travelling theatrical company of Peshawar, and later went on to establish Prithvi Theatre, a travelling theatre company that performed across India.

In the 1940s, Kapoor began acting in films and made his debut in 1944 with the Hindi film "Cinema Girl". He went on to act in several acclaimed films such as "Sikandar" (1941), "Chand" (1944), and "Mughal-e-Azam" (1960), among others.

Kapoor was also a noted film director and producer, and directed and produced several films under his banner, Prithvi Pictures. His notable productions include "Awaara" (1951), "Shri 420" (1955) and "Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai" (1960).

Kapoor was honored with several awards during his career, including the Padma Bhushan in 1969 for his contributions to Indian theatre and cinema.

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Sujit Kumar

Sujit Kumar (February 7, 1934 Varanasi-February 5, 2010 Mumbai) also known as Sujeet Kumar, Sujit or Shamsher Singh was an Indian actor and film producer. He had two children, Heena Kumar and Jatin Kumar.

Sujit Kumar started his acting career in 1961 with the film "Hariyali Aur Raasta". He went on to act in over 150 films in a career spanning nearly four decades. Some of his notable films include "Aradhana", "Sholay", "Mera Gaon Mera Desh", and "Deewar".

Apart from acting, Sujit Kumar also produced two films - "Bandish" and "Badnam". He was known for his versatile acting skills and played a variety of roles ranging from lead roles to supporting characters.

Sujit Kumar was also a trained classical singer and had lent his voice to a few songs in films. He was a close friend of actor Dharmendra and the two had acted together in several films.

Sujit Kumar passed away on February 5, 2010, just two days before his 76th birthday, due to a cardiac arrest. He is remembered as a talented actor and a kind-hearted person by his colleagues and fans.

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Rajesh Khanna

Rajesh Khanna (December 29, 1942 Amritsar-July 18, 2012 Mumbai) otherwise known as Jatin Khanna, RK, Kaka, 'SuperStar' Rajesh Khanna, Shri Rajesh Khanna, The Megastar, The Superstar, The Phenomenon, Superstar, King Of Romance, Super Star, Superstar Rajesh Khanna, Super Star Rajesh Khanna, Bombay Superstar Rajesh Khanna, The Trendsetter Megastar, Trendsetter, Bombay Super Star Rajesh Khanna, The Trendsetter, The Most Versatile Superstar Of Indian Cinema, Superstar of Indian Cinema, 'Superstar' Rajesh Khann, Jatin Chunnilal Khanna, Shehzada, The Original King of Romance, Pasha of Passion, First Indian Superstar, The First Superstar of Indian and Hindi Cinema, first superstar or original superstar was an Indian politician, actor and film producer. He had two children, Twinkle Khanna and Rinke Khanna.

Rajesh Khanna began his acting career in 1966 with the film "Aakhri Khat". He quickly gained popularity with his charming personality and unmatched acting skills, and went on to become the first actor to achieve superstardom in Indian cinema. He delivered several hit films during the 1970s including "Aradhana", "Anand", "Amar Prem", "Bawarchi", "Namak Haraam", and "Avishkaar".

In addition to his successful acting career, Rajesh Khanna also produced and directed several films. He was known for his ability to connect with his audience on an emotional level, earning him the title of "King of Romance". Rajesh Khanna received several awards for his contributions to Indian cinema, including the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award.

Later in his life, Rajesh Khanna ventured into politics and was elected to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament, from the New Delhi constituency in 1992. Although his political career was short-lived, he continued to be a prominent figure in Indian entertainment until his death in 2012.

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Balan K. Nair

Balan K. Nair (April 4, 1933 Chemancheri-August 26, 2000 Thiruvananthapuram) also known as Balan K Nair was an Indian actor. His children are called Ajayakumar Nair, Latha Nair, Sujatha Nair, Anil Nair and Meghanadhan.

Nair began his acting career in the 1950s and acted in over 300 Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films throughout his career. He gained recognition for his roles in films such as Adimakal, Thulabharam, and Mudiyanaya Puthran. Nair was also known for his stage performances and won the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Award for Best Actor in 1974. In addition to acting, he worked as a producer and director for several films. Nair was honored with the Padma Shri award in 1983 for his contributions to the Indian film industry. He passed away in 2000 at the age of 67 due to complications from diabetes.

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Bharat Rangachary

Bharat Rangachary (November 27, 2014 Mumbai-July 4, 1995 Mumbai) also known as Bharat Rungachary or Late Shri. Bharat Rangachari was an Indian actor and film director.

He started his career in the film industry as an assistant director to K. Asif in the film Mughal-e-Azam (1960). He later directed several popular films such as Gambler (1971), Victoria No. 203 (1972), and Dhuen Ki Lakeer (1974).

Apart from his directing career, Rangachary was also a prolific actor and appeared in more than 50 Hindi films. Some of his notable roles include his performance in the film Umang (1970) for which he won the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award.

Rangachary was also actively involved in theatre and was one of the founding members of the Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA). He was also a prolific writer and wrote several plays and screenplays during his career.

Although he passed away in 1995, Rangachary's contributions to Indian cinema continue to be remembered and celebrated.

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Dharmavarapu Subramanyam

Dharmavarapu Subramanyam (September 20, 1954 Komminenivaripalem-December 7, 2013 Dilsukhnagar) also known as Subramanyam Dharmavarapu, Dharmavaram Subramanyam, Dharmavarapu or Subramanyam was an Indian actor, comedian and film director.

He predominantly worked in Telugu cinema and has acted in over 870 films. Dharmavarapu Subramanyam started his career in the film industry as a director and made his directorial debut with the Telugu film "Keechurallu" in 1991. He later shifted his focus to acting and quickly became popular for his comedy roles. He was known for his impeccable comic timing and his ability to make audiences laugh with his trademark dialogue delivery. Some of his notable films include "Ready", "Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule", "Manmadhudu", and "Aha Naa Pellanta". In addition to his contributions to cinema, Dharmavarapu Subramanyam was also a noted theater artist, having worked with several well-known theater groups in Andhra Pradesh.

Rajanala Nageswara Rao

Rajanala Nageswara Rao (November 27, 2014 India-November 27, 2014) also known as R. Nageswara Rao, Nageswara Rao R., Nageshwara Rao Raajanala or Rajanala Nageswara Rao was an Indian actor.

He was born on June 14, 1928, in Kolanukonda, Andhra Pradesh, India. Rajanala Nageswara Rao was known for his work in Telugu cinema and played a variety of roles throughout his career. He began his acting career in the late 1940s and went on to establish himself as one of the most talented character actors in the industry.

Rajanala acted in more than 400 films in a career spanning over five decades. Some of his notable performances include his roles in films such as Bhakta Kanakadasa, Doctor Chakravarthy, Sathyam Shivam Sundaram, Dharma Daata, and many others. He was known for his versatility and ability to portray a wide range of characters, from serious and intense to comical and light-hearted.

Apart from acting, Rajanala was also a talented writer and director, and he wrote and directed several plays in his early career. He was also a devout follower of the Hindu god Hanuman and often wore a chain and pendant with the deity's image in his films.

Rajanala Nageswara Rao passed away on November 27, 2014, on his 86th birthday, leaving behind a legacy of incredible performances and contributions to Telugu cinema.

Akkineni Nageswara Rao

Akkineni Nageswara Rao (September 20, 1923 Ramapuram (Venkata Raghava Puram)-January 22, 2014 Hyderabad) also known as A. Nageswara Rao, Nageshwara Rao, A. Nageshwara Rao, A.N.R., ANR, Akkineni Nageshwar Rao, Appa Rao, Natasamrat, Rao, Tragedy King, Dr. ANR, kkineni Nageshwara Rao or Akkineni Nageshwara Rao was an Indian actor and film producer. He had five children, Akkineni Nagarjuna, Naga Susheela, Sathyavathi Akkineni, Saroja Akkineni and Akkineni Venkat.

Akkineni Nageswara Rao made his acting debut in the Telugu film Dharmapatni in 1941, and went on to act in more than 250 films. He was known for his versatility as an actor, and played a wide range of roles in his career spanning seven decades. Some of his notable films include Devadasu, Mayabazaar, Missamma, Dr. Chakravarthi, and Prem Nagar.

Apart from acting, Akkineni Nageswara Rao also produced several films under his production company Annapurna Studios. He was the recipient of several awards, including the Padma Vibhushan, the second highest civilian award in India, and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest award for contribution to Indian cinema.

Akkineni Nageswara Rao was also an advocate for the Telugu language and culture, and was involved in several social and cultural organizations. He passed away in 2014 at the age of 90, leaving behind a rich legacy in Indian cinema.

Sohrab Modi

Sohrab Modi (November 2, 1897 Mumbai-January 28, 1984 Mumbai) also known as Sohrab Merwanji Modi was an Indian film director, actor and film producer.

He started his career in silent films and later transitioned to talkies. In 1935, he founded the film production company, Minerva Movietone, and produced and directed several successful films under the banner. He was known for his historical and mythological films, which were often grand in scale and featured lavish sets and costumes.

Modi also acted in many of his films, often taking on the roles of historical figures. He is best known for his portrayal of Emperor Akbar in the 1960 film "Mughal-e-Azam," which went on to become one of the most successful and iconic films in Indian cinema.

In addition to his work in films, Modi was also involved in theatre and founded the Indian National Theatre. He was a pioneer in bringing Shakespearean plays to the Indian stage and adapted them for Indian audiences.

Modi received several awards and accolades for his contributions to Indian cinema and theatre, including the Padma Shri in 1965 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1981, which is the highest honour in Indian cinema.

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Mani Kaul

Mani Kaul (December 25, 1944 Jodhpur-July 6, 2011 Gurgaon) also known as Rabindranath Kaul was an Indian film director, film producer, actor, film editor and screenwriter. His child is called Shambhavi Kaul.

Mani Kaul was one of the pioneers of Indian parallel cinema and was known for his experimental and avant-garde style of filmmaking. He studied filmmaking at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune and later went on to teach at the institute.

Kaul's films often explored themes of alienation, identity, and marginalization. Some of his notable works include "Uski Roti", "Ashadh Ka Ek Din", and "Duvidha". He also directed several documentaries, including "Siddheshwari" which tells the story of Hindustani classical vocalist Siddheshwari Devi.

Kaul was the recipient of several awards for his contribution to Indian cinema, including the National Film Award for Best Director for "Duvidha" in 1975. He passed away in 2011 at the age of 66 due to kidney failure.

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Narra Venkateswara Rao

Narra Venkateswara Rao (November 27, 2014 Agraharam-December 27, 2009 Hyderabad) also known as N. Venkateswara Rao or Narra was an Indian actor.

He was born in Agraharam, a village in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. Narra began his acting career in the Telugu film industry in the 1950s, and went on to appear in over 700 films. He was a popular character actor, known for his roles in films such as "Malliswari," "Maya Bazaar," and "Dasara Bullodu." In addition to his work in the film industry, Narra was also an accomplished stage actor and director. He received numerous awards for his contributions to Indian cinema, including the Nandi Award and the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. Narra passed away in Hyderabad in 2009 at the age of 95. He will always be remembered as one of the most talented and respected actors in the history of Indian cinema.

Shyamanand Jalan

Shyamanand Jalan (January 13, 1934 Muzaffarpur-May 24, 2010 Kolkata) was an Indian actor and theatre director.

He was known for his contributions to Indian theatre and for his performances in Bengali cinema. Shyamanand Jalan was a student of the National School of Drama and was one of the founding members of the theatre group "Nandikar". He directed several plays in Bengali and Hindi languages and was associated with several theatre groups in India.

Jalan also acted in several Bengali films, with his notable performances in "Baishe Srabon", "Komal Gandhar", "Bhuvan Shome" and "Kharij". He won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film "Ek Din Achanak" in 1989.

Apart from his contributions to theatre and cinema, Jalan was also a writer and translator. He translated several plays from Bengali to Hindi and English and also wrote articles on theatre in various newspapers and magazines. Jalan's contribution to Indian theatre and cinema has been immense and he is remembered as one of the stalwarts of Indian theatre.

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