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Ashok Kumar was born on 13 October 1911 in Bhagalpur, Bengal Presidency, British India. He was the eldest of four siblings. His father, Kunjilal Ganguly, was a lawyer and his mother, Gouri Devi, was a housewife. He was educated at the University of Calcutta and later at the J.J. School of Arts in Bombay.
He began his career as a stage actor in the 1930s and made his film debut in 1936 with Jeevan Naiya. He went on to become one of the most successful actors in Hindi cinema, appearing in over 300 films. He was known for his versatility and was able to play a variety of roles, from romantic leads to comic characters. He was also a successful producer and music director.
He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1969 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1971. He died on 10 December 2001 at the age of 90.
| Popular As |
Kumudlal Kunjilal Ganguly (The Grandfather of Indian Cinema, Dadamoni) |
| Occupation |
actor,producer,music_department |
| Age |
90 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Libra |
| Born |
13 October 1911 |
| Birthday |
13 October |
| Birthplace |
Bhagalpur, Bengal Presidency, British India |
| Date of death |
10 December, 2001 |
| Died Place |
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality |
India |
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Ashok Kumar Height, Weight & Measurements
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Who Is Ashok Kumar's Wife?
His wife is Shoba (20 April 1936 - 1986) ( her death) ( 3 children)
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Shoba (20 April 1936 - 1986) ( her death) ( 3 children) |
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Ashok Kumar Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Ashok Kumar worth at the age of 90 years old? Ashok Kumar’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from India. We have estimated
Ashok Kumar's net worth
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Timeline
Had a book released on his life titled " Dada Moni - The Authorized Biography of Ashok Kumar" by Kishore Valicha. This was in 1996.
Great grandson name is Mishaal Advani. Mishaal is the son of Ashok' granddaughter Geneieve Advani ( daughter of actress Bharti Jaffery). Mishaal was born in 1995 and the brother of actress Kiara Advani.
Starred in the shelved movie "Rag Anuraag"(1988) Starring Ashok Kumar,Tarun Dhanrajgir,Upaasna, Music by Ravindra Jain,Directed by Govind Moonis.
He never celebrated his birthday after his brother died in 1987 on his birthday.
Great grandson name is Nirvaan Gangoly and Dhruv Gangoly. Nirvaan and Dhruv are the grandson's of Ashok's son Arup Ganguly. Nirvaan and Dhruv are the children of Rishi Ganguly (Arup's son) and Mita Ganguly. Rishi Gangoly is the 2nd son of Arup. Rishi is India's First Website Coach and runs his own organization called WebDudes.In in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He is also India's First Email Marketing Coach. He worked in Apple Inc when Steve Jobs was alive. He attended St. Marys High School, Mount Abu, Rajasthan High School 1984 - 1988.
Grandson name is Mihir Gangoly. He is the son of Arup Kumar Ganguly. Mihir is married to Monica Gangoly. Mihir was born in 1971 and is Arup's second eldest .Mihir has two daughters. Mihir is the lead drummer of the band " The Eleventh Hour" in Banglore,India. They are a famous band and play to house packed shows all over. Mihir works at the world famous company "Top Storey Building Management Systems Pvt.Ltd.".
His breakthrough performance was in Kismet (1943) which ran for three years in Bombay and Calcutta and was one of the first Hindi language mega-hits of India and gained him national fame through his charismatic performances and his talented singing. From then onwards, Kumar became a sought-after actor who appeared in over 200 Hindi and a few other Indian language films, playing romantic leads or threatening villains and making Rs.
300-400 a month during the 1940s and 1950s. Although his roles gradually decreased to supporting and minor parts as he got older and suffered more ill health, his popularity in India never diminished and he was often in demand for cameos and live convention appearances.
Ashok Kumar was one of India's most famous actors from before to after its independence from the UK. As a young assistant to Bengali film-maker Himanshu Rai, he got his start in acting by accident when he volunteered to substitute for the lead actor, Jeevan Naya (1936), who fell ill before production on the film Achhut Kanya (1936) was to start. Kumar was terrified of acting in the first place, especially opposite lead actress Devika Rani, known as 'the dragon lady' for her smoking, drinking, cursing and legendary hot temper. After finishing shooting, Kumar continued with overseeing the process of the film with editing, mixing and processing. His unexpected acclaim to his role had him in demand for more acting roles, which he pursued in a few more 'Bombay Talkies' with Devika Rani.
