Kulbhushan Kharbanda
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Kulbhushan Kharbanda is an India
n actor, who worked in Hindi and Punjabi films, and is known as character Shakaal in Shaan
(1980) inspired by the character of Blofeld from James Bond
movies. Starting with Delhi-based theatre group Yatrik in the 1960s, he moved to films with Sai Paranjpye
's Jadu Ka Shankh
in 1974, he worked several parallel cinema
films, before working in mainstream Bollywood. He later appeared Mahesh Bhatt
classic, Arth
(1982), Ek Chadar Maili Si
(1986), and in all three parts of Deepa Mehta
's Elements trilogy
, Fire (1996), Earth
(1998), and Water (2005). Kharbanda has also worked in mainstream cinema, parallel cinema as well Punjabi films.
, his family migrated to India after partition, did his schooling from Minto Circle, S.T High School, AMU, Aligarh and later Kharbanda did his graduation from Kirori Mal College
(KMC), Delhi University, where was also part of the KMC Dramatic Society The Players.
, and when he left Anamika to for Padatik in 1972, he went along, here he worked for a while, before moving to films and Mumbai.
Starting his film career with Sai Paranjpye
's Jadu Ka Gadha in 1974, he first got noticed in Shyam Benegal
's Nishaant (1974), with whom he went on to work in several more films including, Manthan
(1976) and Bhumika
(1977), Junoon
(1978), and Kalyug (1980), soon he was a regular with Parallel cinema
directors, like Godhuli (1977) with B. V. Karanth
.
Playing a bald villain, Shakaal in Shaan
(1980) directed by Ramesh Sippy
, saw his transition into Bollywood mainstream, Kharbanda went on to appear in Ghayal
(1990), Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992), Gupt
(1997), Border (1997), Yes Boss
(1997), Refugee
(2000). Though he continued appearing in art films, like Chakra
(1981) with Smita Patil and Naseeruddin Shah, Arth
(1982) with Shabana Azmi, Andhi Gali
(1984) first Hindi film of Buddhadeb Dasgupta
, Ek Chadar Maili Si
(1986) with Hema Malini, Utsav
(1984) by Girish Karnad
, Mandi
(1983), Trikal (1985) and Susman
(1987) by Shyam Benegal, Naseem
(1995) by Saeed Akhtar Mirza
and Monsoon Wedding
(2001) directed by Mira Nair
.
He portrayed Reema Lagoo
's husband and Raj Babbar
's brother in Shashi Kapoor's Filmwalas Production's, Kalyug
. He has also appeared in period pieces such as Jodha Akbar and Lagaan
. His most recent film are Aloo Chaat
and Team: The Force. He has acted in a number of Punjabi films. He had also portrayed the hero in the legendary film Chan Pardesi (1980) and also starred in the Punjabi comedy Mahaul Theek Hai
(1999). He also has done a German film [2009].
He has also acted in TV series, like Channo Ki Shaadi and Mahi Ve.
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, who worked in Hindi and Punjabi films, and is known as character Shakaal in Shaan
Shaan (film)
Shaan is a 1980 Indian Hindi film. It is director Ramesh Sippy's 2nd film with Amitabh Bachchan after Sholay. The story was written by Salim-Javed....
(1980) inspired by the character of Blofeld from James Bond
James Bond
James Bond, code name 007, is a fictional character created in 1953 by writer Ian Fleming, who featured him in twelve novels and two short story collections. There have been a six other authors who wrote authorised Bond novels or novelizations after Fleming's death in 1964: Kingsley Amis,...
movies. Starting with Delhi-based theatre group Yatrik in the 1960s, he moved to films with Sai Paranjpye
Sai Paranjpye
Sai Parānjpye is a movie director and a screenwriter in India. She is the director of award-winning movies, Sparsh, Katha, Chasme Buddoor, and Disha....
's Jadu Ka Shankh
Jadu Ka Shankh
Jadu Ka Shankh is a 1974 Bollywood drama film directed by Sai Paranjpye.-Cast:*Nandita Aras*Sulabha Deshpande*Girish Karnad*Kulbhushan Kharbanda*Rahul Ranade...
in 1974, he worked several parallel cinema
Parallel Cinema
The Indian New Wave, commonly known in India as Art Cinema or Parallel Cinema as an alternative to the mainstream commercial cinema, is a specific movement in Indian cinema, known for its serious content, realism and naturalism, with a keen eye on the sociopolitical climate of the times...
films, before working in mainstream Bollywood. He later appeared Mahesh Bhatt
Mahesh Bhatt
Mahesh Bhatt , is a prominent Indian film director, producer and screenwriter.Bhatt's early directional career consisted of acclaimed films, such as Arth, Saaransh, Janam, Naam and Zakhm....
classic, Arth
Arth (film)
Arth is a 1982 film directed by Mahesh Bhatt, starring Shabana Azmi, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Smita Patil, Raj Kiran and Rohini Hattangadi. It features a memorable soundtrack by Ghazal duo, Jagjit Singh and Chitra Singh....
(1982), Ek Chadar Maili Si
Ek Chadar Maili Si
Ek Chadar Maili Si is a 1986 film, directed by Sukhwant Dada, and is an adaptation of Rajinder Singh Bedi's classic Urdu novella, by the name. The novel won the 1965 Sahitya Akademi Award, and is considered author's finest work....
(1986), and in all three parts of Deepa Mehta
Deepa Mehta
Deepa Mehta, LLD is a Genie Award-winning Indian-born Canadian film director and screenwriter, most known for her Elements Trilogy, Fire , Earth , and Water , among which Earth was submitted by Indian government for Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film...
's Elements trilogy
Elements trilogy
The Elements trilogy is a trilogy of films by Indian film-maker Deepa Mehta, dealing with controversial issues of social reform on the Indian subcontinent. Fire, the first release in 1996, dealt with issues of arranged marriage and homosexuality in the patriarchal culture of India...
, Fire (1996), Earth
Earth (1998 film)
Earth is a 1998 film directed by Deepa Mehta. It is based upon Bapsi Sidhwa's novel, Cracking India, . Earth is the second part of Mehta's Elements trilogy...
(1998), and Water (2005). Kharbanda has also worked in mainstream cinema, parallel cinema as well Punjabi films.
Early life and education
Born in Hasnabdal - Kambelpur (now in Pakistan), known for the historic Gurdwara Panja SahibGurdwara Panja Sahib
Gurudwara Panja Sahib is situated at Hasan Abdal, 48 km from Rawalpindi in Pakistan. This is one of the most holy places of Sikhism because of the presence of a rock believed to have the hand print of Guru Nanak imprinted on it...
, his family migrated to India after partition, did his schooling from Minto Circle, S.T High School, AMU, Aligarh and later Kharbanda did his graduation from Kirori Mal College
Kirori Mal College
Kirori Mal College is a constituent college of the University of Delhi, located in New Delhi, India that was established in 1954. It offers undergraduate and graduate courses in science, arts, liberal arts and commerce and is known for being one of the most politically active colleges in University...
(KMC), Delhi University, where was also part of the KMC Dramatic Society The Players.
Career
After his studies he joined Delhi-based Yatrik, a bilingual theatre repertory founded by director Joy Michael in 1964, and became its first paid artiste, though after a few years Yatrik collapsed as the director was lecturing in US universities. That is when he moved to Kolkata and started with Anamika theatre group with did Hindi theatre, under director Shyamanand JalanShyamanand Jalan
Shyamanand Jalan was an influential Kolkata-based Indian thespian, theatre director, and actor. He is credited for the renaissance period of modern Indian theatre and especially the Hindi theatre in Kolkata from the 1960s to 1980s...
, and when he left Anamika to for Padatik in 1972, he went along, here he worked for a while, before moving to films and Mumbai.
Starting his film career with Sai Paranjpye
Sai Paranjpye
Sai Parānjpye is a movie director and a screenwriter in India. She is the director of award-winning movies, Sparsh, Katha, Chasme Buddoor, and Disha....
's Jadu Ka Gadha in 1974, he first got noticed in Shyam Benegal
Shyam Benegal
Shyam Benegal is a prolific Indian director and screenwriter. With his first four feature films Ankur , Nishant Manthan and Bhumika he created a new genre, which has now come to be called the "middle cinema" in India although he himself has expressed dislike in the term preferring his work to...
's Nishaant (1974), with whom he went on to work in several more films including, Manthan
Manthan
Manthan was a 1976 Hindi film made by Shyam Benegal, based on a story written jointly by Verghese Kurien and director Shyam Benegal...
(1976) and Bhumika
Bhumika
Bhumika is a 1977 Indian film directed by Shyam Benegal. The movie stars Smita Patil, Amol Palekar, Anant Nag, Naseeruddin Shah and Amrish Puri....
(1977), Junoon
Junoon (1978 film)
The soundtrack features 4 songs, composed by Vanraj Bhatia, with original lyrics from Yogesh Praveen and other lyrics by Amir Khusro, Jigar Moradabadi and Sant Kabir.#"Khusro rain piya ki jaagi pee ke sang" – Jamil Ahmad...
(1978), and Kalyug (1980), soon he was a regular with Parallel cinema
Parallel Cinema
The Indian New Wave, commonly known in India as Art Cinema or Parallel Cinema as an alternative to the mainstream commercial cinema, is a specific movement in Indian cinema, known for its serious content, realism and naturalism, with a keen eye on the sociopolitical climate of the times...
directors, like Godhuli (1977) with B. V. Karanth
B. V. Karanth
Babukodi Venkataramana Karanth was a renowned film and theatre personality from India...
.
Playing a bald villain, Shakaal in Shaan
Shaan (film)
Shaan is a 1980 Indian Hindi film. It is director Ramesh Sippy's 2nd film with Amitabh Bachchan after Sholay. The story was written by Salim-Javed....
(1980) directed by Ramesh Sippy
Ramesh Sippy
Ramesh Sippy is an Indian film director, probably best-known for directing the popular and critically acclaimed film Sholay ....
, saw his transition into Bollywood mainstream, Kharbanda went on to appear in Ghayal
Ghayal (1990 film)
Ghayal is a 1990 Indian Hindi film starring Sunny Deol. The film was produced by Dharmendra and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi. The film won seven Filmfare Awards, including the Best Movie award...
(1990), Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992), Gupt
Gupt: The Hidden Truth
Gupt: The Hidden Truth is a Bollywood suspense thriller movie released in 1997, directed by Rajiv Rai. The film starred Bobby Deol, Manisha Koirala, Kajol, Paresh Rawal, Om Puri and Raj Babbar. It was one of the biggest successes of 1997....
(1997), Border (1997), Yes Boss
Yes Boss
Yes 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:...
(1997), Refugee
Refugee (film)
Refugee is a Bollywood film directed by J. P. Dutta, released on 30 June 2000. The film marked the debut of Abhishek Bachchan, son of legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan, and Kareena Kapoor, the sister of actress Karisma Kapoor and part of the famous Kapoor family. Jackie Shroff, Sunil Shetty and...
(2000). Though he continued appearing in art films, like Chakra
Chakra (film)
Chakra is a 1981 Hindi movie directed by Rabindra Dharmaraj. The film stars Smita Patil, Naseeruddin Shah and Kulbhushan Kharbanda.- Plot :The story would be horrific if it were not routine - even today, 30 years later...
(1981) with Smita Patil and Naseeruddin Shah, Arth
Arth (film)
Arth is a 1982 film directed by Mahesh Bhatt, starring Shabana Azmi, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Smita Patil, Raj Kiran and Rohini Hattangadi. It features a memorable soundtrack by Ghazal duo, Jagjit Singh and Chitra Singh....
(1982) with Shabana Azmi, Andhi Gali
Andhi Gali
Andhi Gali is a 1984 Hindi drama film directed and written by Buddhadev Dasgupta, and based on Bengali story, Ghar Bari by Dibyendu Palit.....
(1984) first Hindi film of Buddhadeb Dasgupta
Buddhadeb Dasgupta
Buddhadeb Dasgupta is a poet and prominent contemporary Indian filmmaker, most known for films like Bagh Bahadur, Tahader Katha, Charachar and Uttara...
, Ek Chadar Maili Si
Ek Chadar Maili Si
Ek Chadar Maili Si is a 1986 film, directed by Sukhwant Dada, and is an adaptation of Rajinder Singh Bedi's classic Urdu novella, by the name. The novel won the 1965 Sahitya Akademi Award, and is considered author's finest work....
(1986) with Hema Malini, Utsav
Utsav
Utsav is a 1984 Hindi film, produced by Shashi Kapoor and directed by Girish Karnad.The film stars Shashi Kapoor, Rekha, Amjad Khan, Anuradha Patel, Shekhar Suman, Anupam Kher, Shankar Nag, Neena Gupta, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Annu Kapoor, Sanjana Kapoor and Kunal Kapoor.The role played by Shashi...
(1984) by Girish Karnad
Girish Karnad
Girish Raghunath Karnad is a contemporary writer, playwright, screenwriter, actor and movie director in Kannada language...
, Mandi
Mandi (film)
Mandi is a 1983 Hindi movie directed by Shyam Benegal.The film is a satirical comedy on politics and prostitution, and stars Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah and Smita Patil...
(1983), Trikal (1985) and Susman
Susman (film)
Susman is a 1987 Hindi film directed by Shyam Benegal. The film highlighted the struggle of rural handloom weavers in the wake of rapid industrialization.The film was selected for the Indian Panorama at Filmotsav 1987...
(1987) by Shyam Benegal, Naseem
Naseem (film)
Naseem, , is an 1995 Hindi film directed by Saeed Akhtar Mirza based on his own story.Naseem is considered an important socio-political film that marks a turning point in the Hindu-Muslim dynamics in India as it is based around the Babri Masjid demolition of 1992. It stands amidst great films of...
(1995) by Saeed Akhtar Mirza
Saeed Akhtar Mirza
Saeed Akhtar Mirza is an Indian screenwriter and director in Hindi films and television. He is the maker of important Parallel cinema films like Mohan Joshi Hazir Ho! , Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Ata Hai , Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro and Naseem , which won two National Film Awards in 1996.He is...
and Monsoon Wedding
Monsoon Wedding
* Originally featured in the Hindi film Loafer * Originally featured in the Hindi film Biwi No.1 -Awards:The movie won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival...
(2001) directed by Mira Nair
Mira Nair
Mira Nair is an Indian film director and producer based in New York. Her production company is Mirabai Films.She was educated at Delhi University and Harvard University. Her debut feature film, Salaam Bombay! , won the Golden Camera award at the Cannes Film Festival and also earned the nomination...
.
He portrayed Reema Lagoo
Reema Lagoo
Reema Lagoo is an Indian actress who has appeared in numerous Marathi as well as Hindi films and television shows. She also has had a presence on Marathi stage for nearly four decades.- Career :...
's husband and Raj Babbar
Raj Babbar
Raj Babbar is a Hindi & Punjabi film actor since 1977 and the current Member of Parliament from Firozabad which he won by defeating Dimple Yadav, wife of Akhilesh Yadav & daughter-in-law of Mulayam Singh Yadav. This is his fourth term as MP, in previous terms he was the part of Samajwadi...
's brother in Shashi Kapoor's Filmwalas Production's, Kalyug
Kalyug (1980 film)
Kalyug is a Hindi film made in 1981, and was directed by Shyam Benegal.The film is known as a modern day version of an Indian mythological epic Mahabharat depicted as an archetypal-conflict between rival business houses.-Overview:...
. He has also appeared in period pieces such as Jodha Akbar and Lagaan
Lagaan
Lagaan is a 2001 Bollywood sports film written and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. Aamir Khan, who was also the producer for the film, stars with Gracy Singh in the lead roles; British actors Rachel Shelley and Paul Blackthorne play the supporting roles...
. His most recent film are Aloo Chaat
Aloo Chaat
-Reception:The film met with mixed to negative reviews. Reviewer Taran Adarsh said that Aloo chaat doesn't hold your attention because of its poor screenplay and gave the film 1.5\5. Raja Sen also gave the movie 2\5...
and Team: The Force. He has acted in a number of Punjabi films. He had also portrayed the hero in the legendary film Chan Pardesi (1980) and also starred in the Punjabi comedy Mahaul Theek Hai
Mahaul Theek Hai
Mahaul Theek Hai is a Punjabi comedy film directed by Indian filmmaker Jaspal Bhatti. The English subtitled version is called The Atmosphere Is Right.-Plot:...
(1999). He also has done a German film [2009].
He has also acted in TV series, like Channo Ki Shaadi and Mahi Ve.
Selected filmography
- Winds of ChangeWinds of Change (upcoming film)Midnight's Children is an upcoming film adaptation of Salman Rushdie's 1981 novel of the same name. Written and directed by Deepa Mehta, the film features an ensemble cast of Satya Bhabha, Shriya Saran, Anupam Kher, Shabana Azmi, Seema Biswas, Shahana Goswami, Samrat Chakrabarti, Rahul Bose, Anita...
(2012) - Khatta Meetha (2010)
- KurbaanKurbaan (2009 film)Kurbaan is a Bollywood film directed by Rensil D'Silva and produced by Karan Johar. The film, set against the backdrop of global terrorism, features Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor in pivotal roles along with Vivek Oberoi, Dia Mirza, Rupinder Nagra, Om Puri and Kirron Kher...
(2009) - Aloo ChaatAloo Chaat-Reception:The film met with mixed to negative reviews. Reviewer Taran Adarsh said that Aloo chaat doesn't hold your attention because of its poor screenplay and gave the film 1.5\5. Raja Sen also gave the movie 2\5...
(2009) - Ru Ba RuRu Ba RuRu Ba Ru is a 2008 Indian drama film directed by the debutant director Arjun Bali. Filmed in Hindi, the film revolves around the relationship between a live-in couple caught amidst their busy professional careers. The film stars actors Randeep Hooda and a relative newcomer Shahana Goswami in the...
(2008) - Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
- Ek - The Power of OneEk - The Power of OneEk: The Power of One is a 2009 action film starring Bobby Deol in the lead. It's a Hindi remake of the Telugu film Athadu. Athadu was a super hit movie while EK flopped and received negative reviews.-Plot:...
(2008) - EMIEMI (film)EMI is a 2008 Bollywood social film directed by Saurabh Kabra and starring Malaika Arora, Sanjay Dutt, Urmila Matondkar and lots more...
(2008) - Manorama Six Feet UnderManorama Six Feet UnderManorama Six Feet Under is a 2007 Indian thriller film directed and co-written by Navdeep Singh. The film features Abhay Deol, Raima Sen and Gul Panag in the lead roles. It was released on 21 September 2007....
(2007) - Umrao JaanUmrao Jaan (2006 film)Umrao Jaan is a Bollywood film about the famous courtesan of the title. Aishwarya Rai stars in the lead role. The film is directed by J.P...
(2006) - Lage Raho Munna BhaiLage Raho Munna BhaiLage Raho Munna Bhai is a 2006 Indian musical comedy film directed by Rajkumar Hirani and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. It is the second film in the popular Munna Bhai series of Bollywood. Sanjay Dutt stars in this film as Munna Bhai, a Mumbai underworld don, who begins to see the spirit of...
(2006) - Water (2005)
- Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten HeroNetaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten HeroThe music score that accompanies the film was composed by A. R. Rahman. The soundtrack features 19 pieces composed by Rahman, including 13 instrumentals and orchestral themes, in addition to 6 further songs, with lyrics by Javed Akhtar. Performers include the Western Choir Chennai and the Mumbai...
(2005) - Fight Club - Members OnlyFight Club - Members OnlyFight Club – Members Only is a 2006 Bollywood action film directed by Vicky Chopra and produced by Ravi Walia and Sohail Khan. The film starred Zayed Khan, Sunil Shetty, Sohail Khan, Dino Morea, Ritesh Deshmukh, Amrita Arora, Diya Mirza, Aashish Chaudhary...
(2006) - Agnipankh (2004)
- Zameer: The Fire WithinZameer: The Fire WithinZameer: The Fire Within is a 2005 Bollywood film starring Ajay Devgan, Amisha Patel and Mahima Chaudhry. The film was directed by Kamal and was remake of the hugely popular Malayalam blockbuster Mazhayethum Munpe.- Synopsis :...
(2005) - Garv: Pride and HonourGarv: Pride and HonourGarv: Pride and Honour is a 2004 Indian film directed by Puneet Issar. The film stars Salman Khan, Shilpa Shetty and Amrish Puri in pivotal roles.-Plot:...
(2004) - PinjarPinjarPinjar may refer to:* Pinjar, Western Australia, suburb of Perth, Western Australia* Pinjar , novel by Amrita Pritam* Pinjar , 2003 Bollywood film...
(2003) - BastiBasti (film)Basti is a 2003 Indian crime film. The film stars Samir Soni and Faisal Khan in lead roles, with Sheeba in a special guest appearance, Shama Sikander, Govind Namdeo, Sadashiv Amrapurkar and Kulbhushan Kharbanda in supporting roles.-Plot:The film starts with a voice narrating a small town of Mumbai...
(2003) - Bollywood/HollywoodBollywood/HollywoodBollywood/Hollywood is a 2002 film by Indo-Canadian director Deepa Mehta. It is lighthearted, humorous, and family-oriented in nature, as opposed to Mehta's other films , which feature very serious themes and focus on social issues.The film pokes fun at traditional Indian stereotypes, as well as at...
(2002) - LagaanLagaanLagaan is a 2001 Bollywood sports film written and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. Aamir Khan, who was also the producer for the film, stars with Gracy Singh in the lead roles; British actors Rachel Shelley and Paul Blackthorne play the supporting roles...
(2002) - Monsoon WeddingMonsoon Wedding* Originally featured in the Hindi film Loafer * Originally featured in the Hindi film Biwi No.1 -Awards:The movie won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival...
(2001) - PukarPukar (2000 film)Pukar is a Hindi film directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and starring Anil Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Namrata Shirodkar, Danny Denzongpa and Om Puri. The film was critically acclaimed and a moderate success at the box office...
(2000) - Hera PheriHera PheriHera Pheri is a 2000 Hindi comedy film directed by Priyadarshan starring Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Sunil Shetty and Tabu. The story of the film is based on the 1989 Malayalam film Ramji Rao Speaking, which was also remade into Tamil as Arangetra Velai in the same year. The film spawned a sequel,...
(2000) - RefugeeRefugee (film)Refugee is a Bollywood film directed by J. P. Dutta, released on 30 June 2000. The film marked the debut of Abhishek Bachchan, son of legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan, and Kareena Kapoor, the sister of actress Karisma Kapoor and part of the famous Kapoor family. Jackie Shroff, Sunil Shetty and...
(2000) - Hote Hote Pyar Ho GayaHote Hote Pyar Ho GayaHote Hote Pyar Ho Gaya is an Indian Bollywood film directed by Firoz Irani, released on 2 July 1999. The film stars Jackie Shroff, Kajol and Atul Agnihotri in lead roles.-Plot:...
(1999) - AakroshAakrosh (1998 film)Aakrosh is a 1998 Bollywood action crime film directed by Lateef Binny starring Sunil Shetty, Shilpa Shetty and Girish Karnad.-Plot:Due to his activities, Anjali Gujral separates from Mahendra Pratap Gujral, and marries Dr. Malhotra. She does bring up her son, Dev from her first marriage, who...
(1998) - EarthEarth (1998 film)Earth is a 1998 film directed by Deepa Mehta. It is based upon Bapsi Sidhwa's novel, Cracking India, . Earth is the second part of Mehta's Elements trilogy...
(1998) - 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:...
(1997) - GuptGupt: The Hidden TruthGupt: The Hidden Truth is a Bollywood suspense thriller movie released in 1997, directed by Rajiv Rai. The film starred Bobby Deol, Manisha Koirala, Kajol, Paresh Rawal, Om Puri and Raj Babbar. It was one of the biggest successes of 1997....
(1997) - Maachis (1996)
- Loafer (1996)
- Fire (1996)
- NirbhayNirbhay (1996 film)Nirbhay is a 1996 Hindi-language Indian feature film directed by Vinod Dewan, starring Mithun Chakraborty, Sangeeta Bijlani, Sadashiv Amrapurkar, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Anupam Kher, Paresh Rawal and Kiran Kumar-Plot:...
(1996) - NaseemNaseem (film)Naseem, , is an 1995 Hindi film directed by Saeed Akhtar Mirza based on his own story.Naseem is considered an important socio-political film that marks a turning point in the Hindu-Muslim dynamics in India as it is based around the Babri Masjid demolition of 1992. It stands amidst great films of...
(1995) - BaaziBaazi (1995 film)Baazi is a 1995 Bollywood action film directed by Ashutosh Gowarikar and starring Aamir Khan and Mamta Kulkarni. This film fabricated the base for Aamir Khan's selection as the determined police officer in the blockbuster Sarfarosh which turned out to be one of Aamir Khan's best performances as a...
(1995) - 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) - ShaktimanShaktiman (1993 film)Shaktiman is 1993 Hindi Movie directed by K.C. Bokadia and starring Ajay Devgn, Karishma Kapoor, Mukesh Khanna, Kulbhushan Kharbanda.Other cast members include Gulshan Grover, Ajit Khan, Parikshat Sahni, Tiku Talsania, Anjana Mumtaz, Beena, Mahavir Shah....
(1993) - MahakaalMahakaalMahakaal is a 1993 Indian Horror film. It is directed by Shyam Ramsay and Tulsi Ramsay. It is based on the American horror film franchise A Nightmare on Elm Street...
(1993) - Ek Hi RaastaEk Hi Raasta (1993 film)Ek Hi Raasta is a 1993 Bollywood family action film about a terrorist with aspirations to rule India. Directed by Deepak Bahry, the film is a remake of the 1977 film which starred Rekha. Films under the title were also released first in 1939 and then in 1956...
(1993) - Damini – LightningDamini – LightningDamini - Lightning is a 1993 Hindi film directed by Rajkumar Santoshi starring Rishi Kapoor, Meenakshi Sheshadri, Sunny Deol, Amrish Puri, Tinu Anand and Paresh Rawal in lead roles. The story is of how a woman fights against society for justice....
(1993) - Jo Jeeta Wohi SikandarJo Jeeta Wohi SikandarThe music for the movie composed by Jatin Lalit and lyrics were penned by Majrooh Sultanpuri. The soundtrack, their second collaboration together, helped to launch their career...
(1992) - BekhudiBekhudiBekhudi is a 1992 Bollywood film starring Kajol, Kamal Sadanah, Ajay Mankotia, Tanuja, Vijayendra Ghatge and Kulbhushan Kharbanda.This was the debut film of one of India's most successful actresses Kajol. It is produced by Maharukh Jokhi, and Rita Rawail, and directed by Rahul Rawail...
(1992) - AntarnaadAntarnaadAntarnaad was a 1991 Hindi film made by Shyam Benegal, based on the Swadhyay Movement by Pandurang Shastri Athavale. Arati Ankalikar-Tikekar was the playback singer for this film. She received The Indian National Award in the category of 'Best Playback Singer'.-Cast:* Kulbhushan Kharbanda* Girish...
(1991) - HennaHenna (film)For other uses see Henna Heena is the name of a 1991 Bollywood film produced and directed by Randhir Kapoor and starring his brother Rishi Kapoor, Ashwini Bhave and Zeba Bakhtiyar also renowned as Neha Seti...
(1991) - PrathibandhPrathibandhPratibandh is a Hindi film directed by Ravi Raja Pinisetty released on 28 September 1990, the film stars Chiranjeevi, Juhi Chawla and Rami Reddy. The Film marks the debut of Telugu Actor Chiranjeevi in Hindi Cinema. Juhi Chawla received Filmfare Best Actress Award nomination...
(1990) - GhayalGhayal (1990 film)Ghayal is a 1990 Indian Hindi film starring Sunny Deol. The film was produced by Dharmendra and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi. The film won seven Filmfare Awards, including the Best Movie award...
(1990) - Trikal (1985)
- 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) - SusmanSusman (film)Susman is a 1987 Hindi film directed by Shyam Benegal. The film highlighted the struggle of rural handloom weavers in the wake of rapid industrialization.The film was selected for the Indian Panorama at Filmotsav 1987...
(1987) - New Delhi TimesNew Delhi TimesNew Delhi Times is 1986 Hindi film directed by Ramesh Sharma and written by Gulzar, starring Shashi Kapoor, Sharmila Tagore, Om Puri and Kulbhushan Kharbanda in lead roles...
(1986) - GhulamiGhulamiGhulami is a 1985 Hindi-language Indian feature film directed by J.P. Dutta. The film has an ensemble cast comprising Dharmendra, Mithun Chakraborty, Mazhar Khan, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Raza Murad, Smita Patil, Reena Roy, Anita Raj, Naseeruddin Shah and Om Shivpuri...
(1985) - UtsavUtsavUtsav is a 1984 Hindi film, produced by Shashi Kapoor and directed by Girish Karnad.The film stars Shashi Kapoor, Rekha, Amjad Khan, Anuradha Patel, Shekhar Suman, Anupam Kher, Shankar Nag, Neena Gupta, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Annu Kapoor, Sanjana Kapoor and Kunal Kapoor.The role played by Shashi...
(1984) - Andhi GaliAndhi GaliAndhi Gali is a 1984 Hindi drama film directed and written by Buddhadev Dasgupta, and based on Bengali story, Ghar Bari by Dibyendu Palit.....
(1984) - WaarisWaarisWaaris may refer to:* Waaris , a drama-series appearing on the Indian satellite television network Zee TV* Waaris , a serial that aired on the Indian satellite television network Zee TV in 1999...
(1983) - ShaktiShakti (1982 film)Shakti is a 1982 Bollywood film directed by Ramesh Sippy and starring Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Raakhee, Smita Patil and Amrish Puri. It was written by the writing duo Salim-Javed...
(1982) - AparoopaAparoopaAparoopa is an Assamese language film directed by Jahnu Barua. It is the first feature film of the director and also the first Assamese film produced by National Film Development Corporation of India. It was released in 1982. The film starred Biju Phukan, Suhasini Mulay, Sushil Goswami and Girish...
(1982) - SilsilaSilsilaSilsila is a 1981 Bollywood film directed by Yash Chopra. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bhaduri, Sanjeev Kumar and Rekha, with Shashi Kapoor in a special appearance.-Plot:...
(1981) - MandiMandi (film)Mandi is a 1983 Hindi movie directed by Shyam Benegal.The film is a satirical comedy on politics and prostitution, and stars Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah and Smita Patil...
(1983) - Premrog (1983)
- ChakraChakra (film)Chakra is a 1981 Hindi movie directed by Rabindra Dharmaraj. The film stars Smita Patil, Naseeruddin Shah and Kulbhushan Kharbanda.- Plot :The story would be horrific if it were not routine - even today, 30 years later...
(1981) - Kalyug (1981)
- ArthArth (film)Arth is a 1982 film directed by Mahesh Bhatt, starring Shabana Azmi, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Smita Patil, Raj Kiran and Rohini Hattangadi. It features a memorable soundtrack by Ghazal duo, Jagjit Singh and Chitra Singh....
(1981) - Chan Pardesi (1980)
- ShaanShaan (film)Shaan is a 1980 Indian Hindi film. It is director Ramesh Sippy's 2nd film with Amitabh Bachchan after Sholay. The story was written by Salim-Javed....
(1980) - Kalyug (1980)
- Solva SaawanSolva SaawanSolva Saawan is a 1979 Hindi-language film, directed by Bharathi Rajaa,Cinemotography by P.S.Nivas, starring Sridevi and Amol Palekar. Madhukar and Dina Pathak also star...
(1979) - JunoonJunoon (1978 film)The soundtrack features 4 songs, composed by Vanraj Bhatia, with original lyrics from Yogesh Praveen and other lyrics by Amir Khusro, Jigar Moradabadi and Sant Kabir.#"Khusro rain piya ki jaagi pee ke sang" – Jamil Ahmad...
(1978) - BhumikaBhumikaBhumika is a 1977 Indian film directed by Shyam Benegal. The movie stars Smita Patil, Amol Palekar, Anant Nag, Naseeruddin Shah and Amrish Puri....
(1977) - ManthanManthanManthan was a 1976 Hindi film made by Shyam Benegal, based on a story written jointly by Verghese Kurien and director Shyam Benegal...
(1976) - Nishaant (1974)
- Jadu Ka ShankhJadu Ka ShankhJadu Ka Shankh is a 1974 Bollywood drama film directed by Sai Paranjpye.-Cast:*Nandita Aras*Sulabha Deshpande*Girish Karnad*Kulbhushan Kharbanda*Rahul Ranade...
(1974)
Awards and nominations
- 1986:Filmfare Best Supporting Actor AwardFilmfare Best Supporting Actor AwardThe Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor is given by Filmfare as part of its annual Filmfare Awards for Hindi films, to recognise a male actor who has delivered an outstanding performance in a supporting role...
-GhulamiGhulamiGhulami is a 1985 Hindi-language Indian feature film directed by J.P. Dutta. The film has an ensemble cast comprising Dharmendra, Mithun Chakraborty, Mazhar Khan, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Raza Murad, Smita Patil, Reena Roy, Anita Raj, Naseeruddin Shah and Om Shivpuri...
: Nominated
External links
- Kulbhushan Kharbanda at Bollywood HungamaBollywood HungamaBollywood Hungama is a leading Bollywood entertainment website, owned by hungama.com....