Bollywood is blessed with a few of the actors who literally fit into any role that they are given to play. One such actor is Anupam Kher. Anupam Kher, born on March 7, 1955, has been a gift to the cinema industry. One who has been following the Bollywood films religiously exactly know the artist’s capability of transforming into the person that has penned down in his script. From an endearing dad to a badass villain, from making people laugh through his comic roles to marching to Hollywood, the 63-year-old actor has achieved heights successfully.

Anupam Kher’s villainous side is known by all now. His roles especially in Dil, Hum, Karma and Beta are still remembered by the filmy fans. The Padma Bhushan award winner made sure that the fans hated him while watching these films, and that is where his potential shines brightly!

Anupam Kher and comic timing goes hand in hand. His roles in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, are two of the roles which clicks the minds of the fans. Also, his role as a funny dad in Dil Hai Ke Maanta Nahi cannot be forgotten.

Not only negative roles and comic roles, the Padmashri awardee also does an amazing job when it came to serious roles. Remember that role where he played a retired former school headmaster in Saaransh? Anupam Kher was only and only 28 years old during the movie and that makes you understand why he is known to be a renowned actor! We also cannot forget to mention his role as police officer Prakash Rathod in the film A Wednesday.

The talented persona not only paved his way into the hearts of Indian audience but also won appreciation in the west. He has worked in Internation films like 2002 Golden Globe nominated Bend It Like Beckham, Ang Lee's 2007 Golden Lion-winning Lust, Caution, and David O. Russell's 2013 Oscar-winning Silver Linings Playbook. He is also a part of 2017 comedy film The Big Sick.

Well, you must strictly not call yourself a Bollywood fan if you do not remember these iconic performances by Mr versatile Kher! Do let us know your favourite role played by him in the comments section below. Latestly.com wishes Anupam Kher a very happy birthday!

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