Legendary Actor Manoj Kumar Passes Away at 87

  • 04 Apr 2025

On 4th April 2025, Veteran actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar, celebrated for his patriotic films, passed away at the age of 87 in Mumbai.

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tribute, calling Kumar an icon of Indian cinema whose films evoked deep national pride.
  • Known as ‘Bharat Kumar’, Manoj Kumar earned acclaim for patriotic classics like Upkar, Shaheed, Kranti, and Roti Kapda Aur Makaan.
  • His cinematic brilliance was recognized with prestigious honors including the Padma Shri in 1992 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2015.
  • Over his illustrious career, he also received a National Film Award and seven Filmfare Awards across various categories.