A legendary name in Hindi Cinema, veteran actor Manoj Kumar, passed away at the age of 87. He took his last breath in the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. Reportedly, he was suffering from heart-related issues. Kumar was an Indian actor, director, screenwriter, and lyricist who was well known for making films with patriotic themes and acting skills. He was honoured with the Padma Shri in 1992 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. He earned a National Film Award and seven Filmfare Awards in varied categories for his mindblowing performances. Let’s take a look at the list of 5 popular films of Manoj Kumar, which made him a gem of cinema.
Upkar
Upkaar is one of the most famous films of Manoj Kumar, with a 7.6/10 IMDb rating. This movie showed the difference between the Indian and Western values in the newly independent state. The film was released in 1967 and was written and directed by Manoj Kumar. The star cast of the movie includes Asha Parekh and Prem Chopra.
Roti Kapda Aur Makaan
This movie is another of Kumar’s highlighted classics, where he plays the role of Bharat, who faces challenges in raising his family after his father’s death. Roti Kapada Aur Makaan film is rated 6.8 on IMDb rating. This evergreen film was released in 1974 and was again written and directed under the guidance of Manoj Kumar, starring Manoj Kumar, Shashi Kapoor, and Zeenat Aman.
Shaheed
Shaheed was released in 1965 under the direction of S. Ram Sharma, including the star cast of Manoj Kumar, Prem Chopra, Anant Purushottam Marathe, Kamini Kaushal, Nirupa Roy, and Anand Kumar. This movie was dedicated to the biography of patriot Sardar Bhagat Singh, which has a 7.4 IMDb rating.
Purab Aur Pachhim
Another film by Manoj Kumar that gained the audience’s attention is Purab Aur Pachhim, released in 1970. The storyline depicts the times of British rule in which Bharat, son of the betrayed freedom fighter, goes to Britain and falls in love with Prithi and supports in taking back the pride in Indian roots. This film is rated 7.4 in IMDb, with the star cast Ashok Kumar, Saira Banu, and Manoj Kumar.
Woh Kaun Thi?
Woh Kaun Thi was directed by Raj Khosla. This movie revolves around a story of a doctor who offered a ride to a ghostly woman. Later in the story, he realises his bride is identical to the ghost. With stars Sadhana Shivdasani and Parveen Choudhary, this movie earned a 7.5 IMDb rating.
