7 Greatest Films of Anupam Kher

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Saaransh (1984) - Prime Video

Directed by Mahesh Bhatt, "Saaransh" marked Anupam Kher's debut in Hindi cinema and remains one of his most acclaimed performances. He portrayed an elderly Maharashtrian man grappling with the loss of his son. His portrayal earned him widespread recognition and critical acclaim.

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) - Prime Video

Directed by Aditya Chopra, this iconic romantic drama featured Anupam Kher in the role of Dharamvir Malhotra, the father of the female lead, played by Kajol. The film became a cultural phenomenon and remains one of Bollywood's most beloved films.

Khosla Ka Ghosla! (2006) - Disney+ Hotstar

Directed by Dibakar Banerjee, this comedy-drama revolves around a middle-class man's struggle to reclaim his land from a corrupt businessman. Anupam Kher delivered a memorable performance as the patriarch of the Khosla family.

A Wednesday! (2008) - Netflix

Directed by Neeraj Pandey, "A Wednesday!" is a gripping thriller in which Anupam Kher played the role of Prakash Rathod, the police commissioner. The film, known for its taut narrative and social commentary, showcased Kher's versatility as an actor.

Special 26 (2013) - N/A

Directed by Neeraj Pandey, "Special 26" is a heist thriller inspired by real-life events. Anupam Kher portrayed a CBI officer in pursuit of a group of con artists. His performance added depth to the film's ensemble cast and contributed to its critical and commercial success.

Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara (2005) - Prime Video

Directed by Jahnu Barua, this thought-provoking drama starred Anupam Kher as a retired Hindi professor suffering from dementia who becomes fixated on an incident from his past involving Mahatma Gandhi. Kher's nuanced portrayal earned him critical acclaim.

The Accidental Prime Minister (2019) - ZEE5

Anupam Kher plays the role of Dr. Manmohan Singh in the film, depicting the challenges and dilemmas faced by the Prime Minister as he navigates the complex world of Indian politics.

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