Gulshan Grover
Encyclopedia
Gulshan Grover is an India
n actor
, who has acted in over 400 films through a career spanning over 30 years.
Gulshan Grover is one of the first Indian actors to have made a successful transition from Bollywood into Hollywood and international Cinema.
An alumnus of the ‘Actor’s Studio’ Gulshan Grover even taught acting at this institute where he was formally trained with classmates like actor Anil Kapoor. In fact, some of today’s leading Indian stars viz Sanjay Dutt, Govinda, etc. were once his students.
He has acted in Hollywood films like, Second Jungle Book, Rose and Margurite, Beeper etc.
Gulshan Grover is not only an actor, but a producer and an entrepreneur.
Gulshan Grover also won the BEST ACTOR INTERNATIONAL on 18th August 2011 at New York City Film Festival, for his performance as Indian Holyman, Spiritualman, Dada Bhagwan
for film ‘Desperate Endeavours’
He also won BEST ACTOR award on Sept 24th 2011 for the same role of Dada Bhagwan at the Houston Film Festival.
His recent film ‘I Am Kalam’ earned him a nomination for NATIONAL AWARDS OF INDIA ‘Best Supporting Actor’.
His personal commitment to give back to people and society through social causes has led to him being known as “The entertainer for a good cause”.
Gulshan Grover was the Grand Marshall at the Los Angeles Parade to celebrate India’s Independence Day (in 2008 & 2009). He was also the Co-Grand Marshall at the New York Parade (2011).
Nominations:
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
n actor
Actor
An actor is a person who acts in a dramatic production and who works in film, television, theatre, or radio in that capacity...
, who has acted in over 400 films through a career spanning over 30 years.
Gulshan Grover is one of the first Indian actors to have made a successful transition from Bollywood into Hollywood and international Cinema.
Early life and education
Gulshan Grover was born, raised and educated in Delhi, India. After receiving his master’s degree in Commerce from Shri Ram College of Commerce, he decided to make a career in the entertainment industry. He honed his acting skills in theatre, and after many stage productions with the well-known “Little Theatre Group” he moved to Bombay to further his acting career.An alumnus of the ‘Actor’s Studio’ Gulshan Grover even taught acting at this institute where he was formally trained with classmates like actor Anil Kapoor. In fact, some of today’s leading Indian stars viz Sanjay Dutt, Govinda, etc. were once his students.
He has acted in Hollywood films like, Second Jungle Book, Rose and Margurite, Beeper etc.
Career
Gulshan Grover has acted in over 400 films through a career spanning over 25 years. He is versatile professional with a passion for his chosen craft and has acted in many of India’s Top blockbusters that has brought him accolades, awards and an unparalleled Fan following. Gulshan is a prominent figure in the Indian film community and known to be among actors that lend their support to social and noble causes.Gulshan Grover is not only an actor, but a producer and an entrepreneur.
Gulshan Grover also won the BEST ACTOR INTERNATIONAL on 18th August 2011 at New York City Film Festival, for his performance as Indian Holyman, Spiritualman, Dada Bhagwan
Dada Bhagwan
Dada Bhagwan , born Ambalal Muljibhai Patel, also known as Dadashri, was an Indian Spiritual personality and leader of a new religious movement...
for film ‘Desperate Endeavours’
He also won BEST ACTOR award on Sept 24th 2011 for the same role of Dada Bhagwan at the Houston Film Festival.
His recent film ‘I Am Kalam’ earned him a nomination for NATIONAL AWARDS OF INDIA ‘Best Supporting Actor’.
His personal commitment to give back to people and society through social causes has led to him being known as “The entertainer for a good cause”.
Gulshan Grover was the Grand Marshall at the Los Angeles Parade to celebrate India’s Independence Day (in 2008 & 2009). He was also the Co-Grand Marshall at the New York Parade (2011).
Awards and nominations
Awards- Best Actor at New York City International Film Festival 2011- American Film Desperate Endeavors
- Best Actor at Houston Film Festival 2011 - American Film Desperate Endeavors
- PTC award for Best Supporting Actor film 'Virsa' 2010
- Giants international for Art & Cinema - 2003
- BBC Award for contribution to Indian Cinema -2001
- BBC Asia Award for excellence 1999
Nominations:
- 2011: National Awards of India- 'Best Supporting Actor' - I Am Kalam
- 1994: Nominated: Filmfare Best Villain AwardFilmfare Best Villain AwardThe Filmfare Best Villain Award was given by Filmfare as part of its annual Filmfare Awards for Hindi films, to recognise an actor who had delivered an outstanding performance in a negative role...
for SirSirSir is an honorific used as a title , or as a courtesy title to address a man without using his given or family name in many English speaking cultures... - 1995: Zee Cine Award nomination Best Villain film – Raghuveer
- 1995: Screen International, nomination Best Villain film - 'Raghuveer'
Selected filmography
- Agent VinodAgent Vinod (2011 film)Agent Vinod is an upcoming Hindi action-thriller film starring Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, the project is not a remake of the 1977 action film Agent Vinod, which was directed by Deepak Bahry.-Production:...
(2011) - I Am KalamI Am KalamI Am Kalam is a Bollywood film directed by Nila Madhab Panda. The plot revolves around Chhotu, a poor Rajasthani boy, who is inspired by the life of the former President of India, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. and his strong desire to learn to read. The character of Chhotu has been performed by Harsh...
(2011) - Payback - The Film (2010)
- CrookCrook (film)-India:Reception of the film in India has been mixed. One critic writes praises the music, writing: "this along with its already popular songs makes Crook a full on entertainment package that should not be missed when it releases all over on 8 October"...
(2010) - Knock Out (2010)
- VirsaVirsaVirsa is a Punjabi language film revolving around social and cultural values. The film is a joint venture between India and Pakistan.It has been directed by Pankaj Batra. It has a huge budget for a Punjabi movie...
(2010) - Mittal v/s MittalMittal v/s MittalMittal v/s Mittal is a 2010 Bollywood film written and directed by Karan Razdan and produced by Rajeev Kore and Dinesh Chugh. The film traces a case on file that fights for the rights of women who are subjugated to domestic violence and inhuman treatment at the hands of husbands and in-laws, a case...
(20102010 in filmThe year 2010 saw many new films released worldwide. 2010 saw a dramatic increase and prominence in the use of 3D-technology in filmmaking and film releases after the success of Avatar in the format, with releases such as Alice in Wonderland, Clash of the Titans, Jackass 3D, all animated films and...
) - Zor Lagaa Ke...Haiya!Zor Lagaa Ke...Haiya!Zor Lagaa Ke...Haiya! is a 2009 Indian children's film starring Mithun Chakraborty and Mahesh Manjrekar. The film attracted media attention for its environmental message of Save our Trees...
(20092009 in filmThe year 2009 saw the release of many films. Seven made the top 50 list of highest-grossing films, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that as of this year, their Best Picture category would consist of ten nominees, rather than five .- Highest-grossing films :Please note...
) - Nephilim (20092009 in filmThe year 2009 saw the release of many films. Seven made the top 50 list of highest-grossing films, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that as of this year, their Best Picture category would consist of ten nominees, rather than five .- Highest-grossing films :Please note...
) - Prisoners of the SunPrisoners of the Sun (film)Prisoners of the Sun is an upcoming movie directed by Roger Christian starring John Rhys-Davies, David Charvet, Carmen Chaplin, Emily Holmes, Nick Moran, Joss Ackland, Michael Higgs and Gulshan Grover.-Plot :...
(20092009 in filmThe year 2009 saw the release of many films. Seven made the top 50 list of highest-grossing films, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that as of this year, their Best Picture category would consist of ten nominees, rather than five .- Highest-grossing films :Please note...
) - VictoryVictory (film)Victory is a 2009 Indian cricket-based sports film starring Harman Baweja, Amrita Rao and Anupam Kher. It is Harman Baweja's second release after his debut film Love Story 2050, which performed very badly at the box office. The movie was filmed in Australia and India, and is said to be one of...
(20092009 in filmThe year 2009 saw the release of many films. Seven made the top 50 list of highest-grossing films, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that as of this year, their Best Picture category would consist of ten nominees, rather than five .- Highest-grossing films :Please note...
) - KarzzzzKarzzzz (film)Karzzzz is a 2008 Bollywood film directed by Satish Kaushik. The film stars Himesh Reshammiya and Urmila Matondkar. It is a remake of Karz , and also inspired by The Reincarnation of Peter Proud.- Plot :...
(2008) - YaariyanYaariyanYAARIYAN is a 2008 Punjabi film. It features Gurdas Mann as the male lead and Bhumika Chawla plays his love interest. Directed by Deepak Grewal, the film also stars other actors like Om Puri, and Gulshan Grover who have their roots in Punjab. There is also a special appearance by Asrani.Aadesh...
(2008) (Punjabi film) - JumboJumbo (film)Jumbo is a 2008, animated movie Bollywood directed by Kompin Kemgumnird. It was released in theaters on the 25 December 2008 and is a re-dubbed version of the 2006 Thai film Khan Kluay. The film features the voices of Akshay Kumar, Rajpal Yadav, Lara Dutta, Dimple Kapadia, Asrani, Gulshan Grover,...
(2008) - Fool n Final (2007)
- DhokhaDhokhaDhokha is a Bollywood film starring Muzammil Ibrahim and Tulip Joshi in the lead roles. It is directed by Pooja Bhatt, produced by Mukesh Bhatt and music by M. M. Keeravani...
(2007) - Anthony Kaun HaiAnthony Kaun HaiAnthony Kaun Hai? is a Bollywood mysteryfilm directed by Raj Kaushal and produced by Nikhil Panchamiya. The film encompasses the genres of action, thriller and comedy, starring Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Dutt, Minissha Lamba and Raghuvir Yadav in the lead...
(2006) - Eight: The Power of Shani (2006)
- GangsterGangster (film)Gangster is a 2006 Hindi film that premiered on 28 April. The film stars Shiney Ahuja, Emraan Hashmi and Kangna Ranaut. The plot is that of a bar girl who falls in love with two people, one a layman and the other a gangster...
(2006) - Dil Maange MoreDil Maange MoreDil Maange More is a 2004 Bollywood movie directed by Anant Mahadevan and produced by Fourth Wall Productions. It was filmed in India in the Hindi language.-Synopsis:...
(2006) - Tathastu (2006)
- Ek Khiladi Ek HaseenaEk Khiladi Ek HaseenaEk Khiladi Ek Haseena, released in 2005, is a Hindi film directed by Suparn Verma. This is a remake of the 2003 Hollywood crime drama movie Confidence- Plot :...
(2006) - Family - Ties of BloodFamily - Ties of BloodFamily: Ties of Blood is a Hindi action film, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Bhoomika Chawla, introducing Aryeman Ramsay along with Akshay Kumar in an extended role. The film released on 12 January 2006.- Plot :...
(2006) - Tom, Dick, and Harry (2006)
- Taarzan: The Wonder CarTaarzan: The Wonder CarTaarzan: The Wonder Car is a 2004 thriller film directed by Abbas Burmawalla and Mustan Burmawalla. The film stars Vatsal Sheth, Ajay Devgn and Ayesha Takia in the lead roles, while Farida Jalal, Shakti Kapoor, Amrish Puri, Pankaj Dheer, Sadashiv Amrapurkar, Gulshan Grover and Mukesh Tiwari play...
(2004) - Ek Se Badkhar Ek (2004)
- BoomBoom (2003 film)Boom is a Bollywood film that was released on 19 September 2003. It stars Amitabh Bachchan, Jackie Shroff, Gulshan Grover, Padma Lakshmi, Madhu Sapre, Katrina Kaif and Zeenat Aman. The film is directed by Kaizad Gustad and produced by Jackie Shroff's wife, Ayesha Shroff...
(2003) - Fun2shh... Dudes in the 10th CenturyFun2shh... Dudes in the 10th CenturyFun2shh... Dudes in the 10th Century is a 2003 Comedy Hindi film directed by Imtiaz Punjabi. The film is about three 21st century guys who lives in Mumbai went to 10th Century, in the Kingdom of Emperor Babushah. Gulshan Grover, Paresh Rawal, Mohammad Iqbal Khan, Anuj Sawhney are in leading roles....
(2003) - LajjaLajjaLajja is a novel in Bengali by Taslima Nasrin, a writer of Bangladesh. The word lajja/lôjja means "shame" in Bengali and many other Indic languages. The book was first published in 1993 in the Bengali language, and was subsequently banned in Bangladesh, and a few states of India...
(2002) - Tales of The Kama Sutra 2 : MonsoonTales of The Kama Sutra 2 : MonsoonTales of The Kama Sutra 2 : Monsoon is a 2001 American drama film directed by Jag Mundhra, with original soundtrack by Alan DerMarderosian. The film takes its title from the ancient Indian text, the Kama Sutra, but this only serves as a common link between the characters...
(2001) - Hera Pheri (2000)
- Yes BossYes BossYes Boss is a 1997 Indian Bollywood film directed by Aziz Mirza and produced by Ratan Jain. It stars Shahrukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, and Aditya Pancholi in pivotal roles.-Synopsis:...
(19971997 in film-Events:* The original Star Wars trilogy's Special Editions are released.* Production begins on Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.* Titanic becomes the first film to gross US$1,000,000,000 at the box office making it the highest grossing film in history until Avatar broke the record in 2010.*...
) - Raja Ki Aayegi BaraatRaja Ki Aayegi BaraatRaja Ki Aayegi Baraat is a 1997 Hindi movie written and directed by Ashok Gaikwad. The film introduces prominent newcomers Rani Mukerji and Shadaab Khan who is the son of legendary actor Amjad Khan...
(19961996 in filmMajor releases this year included Scream, Independence Day, Fargo, Trainspotting, The English Patient, Twister, Mars Attacks!, Jerry Maguire and a version of Evita starring Madonna.-Events:...
) - CriminalCriminal (1994 film)Criminal is a 1994 Hindi and Telugu bilingual film, directed by Mahesh Bhatt and produced by K. S. Rama Rao. It stars Akkineni Nagarjuna, Manisha Koirala, Ramya Krishnan, Nassar, Gulshan Grover, and Sharat Babu. M.M. Keeravani composed music for the film...
(1994) - MohraMohraMohra is a 1994 Indian movie starring Akshay Kumar, Sunil Shetty, Raveena Tandon, Paresh Rawal and Naseeruddin Shah.The film was one of the major hits of 1994 in India...
(1994) - Raja Babu (19941994 in film1994 was a significant year in film.The top grosser worldwide was The Lion King, which to date stands as the highest-grossing traditionally-animated film of all time...
) - Kurbaan (19911991 in filmThe year 1991 in film involved some significant events.-Events:*April 28 - Bonnie Raitt marries actor Michael O'Keefe in New York* Terminator 2: Judgment Day, became one of the landmarks for science fiction action films with its groundbreaking visual effects from Industrial Light & Magic.*November...
) - Ram LakhanRam LakhanRam Lakhan is a Bollywood movie released in 1989. It was produced and directed by Subhash Ghai and had an ensemble cast, including Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit, Dimple Kapadia and Raakhee Gulzar.- Plot :...
(1989) - Khatron Ke KhiladiKhatron ke khiladiKhatron ke khiladi may refer to:*Khatron Ke Khiladi *Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi*Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi Level 2*Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi Level 3*Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi Level 4...
(1988) - VeeranaVeeranaVeerana is an Indian horror film produced by the Ramsay Brothers in 1988. It is known for its Bava-like use of colored gels mixed with atmospheric sets....
(1988) - AvtaarAvtaarAvtaar is a 1983 movie starring Rajesh Khanna and Shabana Azmi. It was directed by Mohan Kumar, and the music was by Laxmikant Pyarelal.Rajesh Khanna did achieve success from Amardeep and Prem Bandhan onwards but this was Rajesh Khanna's biggest hit film in terms of box office collections after...
(19831983 in film-Events:*February 11 - The Rolling Stones concert film Let's Spend the Night Together opens in New York*May 25 - Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, the final film in the original Star Wars trilogy, is released. Like the previous films, it goes on to become the top grossing picture of...
) - SadmaSadmaSadma is a 1983 Indian film directed by Balu Mahendra which stars Kamal Haasan and Sridevi with music composed by Ilayaraaja. The picture tells the story of Nehalata , a young woman who regresses to childhood after suffering a head injury in a car crash...
(1983) - RockyRocky (1981 film)Rocky is a 1981 Bollywood film produced and directed by Sunil Dutt who also has a cameo role. The film marks the debut of Sunil Dutt's son Sanjay Dutt and also stars Reena Roy, Tina Munim, Amjad Khan, Raakhee Gulzar, and Shakti Kapoor...
(19811981 in film-Events:*January 19 - Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer acquires beleaguered concurrent United Artists. UA was humiliated by the astronomical losses on the $40,000,000 movie Heaven's Gate, a major factor in the decision of owner Transamerica to sell it....
) - Khiladiyon Ka KhiladiKhiladiyon Ka KhiladiKhiladiyon Ka Khiladi is a 1996 Bollywood action thriller starring Rekha in her first villain role, Akshay Kumar, Raveena Tandon and former WWE wrestler Brian Lee. The film went on to do very well at the box office...
(19991999 in filmThe year 1999 in film involved several noteworthy events and has been called "The Year That Changed Movies". Several significant feature films, including Stanley Kubrick's final film Eyes Wide Shut, Pedro Almodóvar's first Oscar-winning film All About My Mother, science fiction The Matrix, Deep...
) - Insaaf Kaun KaregaInsaaf Kaun KaregaInsaaf Kaun Karega is a Hindi film is directed by Sudarsan Nag and written by K. C. Bokadia. It stars Dharmendra, Rajnikant, Jayaprada and Madhavi....
(19841984 in film-Events:* The Walt Disney Company founds Touchstone Pictures to release movies with subject matter deemed inappropriate for the Disney name.* Tri-Star Pictures, a joint venture of Columbia Pictures, HBO, and CBS, releases its first film....
) - Sabse Bada KhiladiSabse Bada KhiladiSabse Bada Khiladi is a 1995 Bollywood film directed by Umesh Mehra and starring Akshay Kumar, Mamta Kulkarni, Mohnish Behl, Gulshan Grover and Sadashiv Amrapurkar...
(19951995 in film-Top grossing films:-Events:* March 22 - The Dogme 95 movement is officially announced in Paris by Danish directors Lars von Trier and Thomas Vinterberg.* March 28 - Actress Julia Roberts and singer Lyle Lovett announce their plans for separation....
) - International KhiladiInternational KhiladiInternational Khiladi is a Hindi action film released in 1999. The film is directed by Umesh Mehra and It stars Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna in the lead roles.- Plot :...
(19991999 in filmThe year 1999 in film involved several noteworthy events and has been called "The Year That Changed Movies". Several significant feature films, including Stanley Kubrick's final film Eyes Wide Shut, Pedro Almodóvar's first Oscar-winning film All About My Mother, science fiction The Matrix, Deep...
) - Yaar GaddarYaar GaddarYaar Gaddar is a 1994 Hindi-language Indian feature film directed by Umesh Mehra, starring Mithun Chakraborty, Saif Ali Khan, Somy Ali, Prem Chopra and Umesh Shukla.-Plot:...
(1994) - Hum Paanch (1980) — as Mahavir
Reference
- http://movies.ndtv.com/movie_story.aspx?section=Movies&Id=ENTEN20110182765&keyword=bollywood&subcatg=MOVIESINDIA&nid=128987
- http://www.currentnewsindia.com/entertainment/gulshan-grover-wins-best-actor-at-ny-fest.html
- http://www.hindustantimes.com/Gulshan-Grover-wins-best-actor-at-NY-fest/Article1-738104.aspx
- http://www.masala.com/32995-gulshan-grover-wins-best-actor-award-at-ny-film-fest