Anupam Kher’s B’Day: From fierce villain to motivational speaker, acting teacher and more

With more than 500 movies under his name, Anupam Kher has created a legacy for himself. Who could believe that the young National School of Drama (NSD) graduate actor who started by playing an old 60-plus man in Saaransh could do villainous Dr. Dang in Karma with such aplomb?

In a career of more than 30 years, Kher has surprised not only Bollywood fans but even explored himself to become an acting teacher, a motivational speaker, and of late a strong gym enthusiast.

As Anupam Kher celebrates his 69th birthday today, know more about this extraordinary actor from Bollywood.

Exceptionally versatile actor

Kher is a highly versatile actor. Apart from Karma, the actor played the unforgettable character of a cruel Jugran in Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja. From the alcohol-addicted Pooja Bhatt’s father in Daddy to Pops of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, Anupam has been a versatile actor rocking all types of roles from villain, character actor, friend (Chandni and Lamhe), supporting actor (Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, Vivah), to government officer (Baby, Wednesday) and even the lead actor (Khosla Ka Ghosla, The Kashmir Files).

Like every year on my birthday (tomorrow, 7th March) I decide to do something new, something challenging! This year too I am embarking on a special new journey. Hopefully to an amazing and satisfying destination! So wait for this space. I will share the details tomorrow morning!… pic.twitter.com/PzFYnOGTln

— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) March 6, 2024

Earned praise from an international audience

His remarkable talent helped Kher get good roles not only in Bollywood but also in Hollywood. The famous Indian actor has worked in many Hollywood movies including Silver Linings Playbook, Bend It Like Beckham, and The Big Sick which earned him worldwide recognition.

Multiple awards and records

With his immense talent over the years, Anupam Kher has managed to earn multiple awards. He has won several National Film Awards, and the first was Best Supporting Actor for Saaransh. The Government of India first honoured him with Padma Shri and later on with Padma Bhushan. He has made a record by becoming the only actor winning the Filmfare award for different categories for 9 consecutive years out of which 5 awards were given for his roles as a comedian.

सच्चाई! 😍 pic.twitter.com/Tf6HSUK98s

— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) March 4, 2024

Well-known acting teacher

He is a renowned acting teacher and runs an acting school “Actor Prepares.” Over the years he has helped many aspiring actors to sharpen their acting skills and get work in Bollywood. Some such actors are now big stars and include Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Varun Dhawan, Preity Zinta, and Ananya Panday.

Motivational Speaker

Apart from teaching acting and hosting television shows, Kher has been quite active as a motivational speaker and also has a few good books to his credit. His speeches are full of wisdom meant to inspire and motivate youngsters to live positively.