Veteran Bollywood Actor Manoj Kumar Passes Away at 87 in Mumbai

Known for iconic patriotic films like Purab Aur Paschim and Kranti, Manoj Kumar breathed his last at Kokilaben Hospital due to heart complications.

Mumbai | April 4, 2025
Legendary Bollywood actor Manoj Kumar, who carved a niche for himself through his patriotic films and powerful screen presence, passed away on Thursday night at the age of 87. He was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai, where he succumbed to heart-related complications, with decompensated liver cirrhosis cited as the secondary cause of death.

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Born Harikrishnan Goswami in Abbottabad (now in Pakistan) in 1937, Manoj Kumar became a household name with his deeply nationalistic roles. He earned the affectionate moniker “Bharat Kumar” for his portrayal of Indian ideals on screen.

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He made his Bollywood debut in 1957 with Fashion, but it was Kanch Ki Gudiya (1961), opposite Sayeeda Khan, that brought him recognition. His fame skyrocketed with films like Shaheed (1965), Upkar (1967), Purab Aur Paschim (1970), and Kranti (1981), which resonated deeply with audiences for their patriotic themes.

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A recipient of the Padma Shri and Dadasaheb Phalke Award, Kumar’s contributions to Indian cinema spanned acting, directing, and writing, making him one of the most revered figures of his generation.

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