Amrish Puri (1932–2005) |
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Believe it or not, Amrish Puri wanted to become a Bollywood movie hero but failed a screen test in 1954. And what a failure it was! Mr. Puri went on to become one of the most renowned and credible villains in the history of Indian cinema. His most memorable and often quoted role is the character of 'Mogambo' (with the catchphrase "Mogambo Khush ...
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Died:(age 72) in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
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6 wins & 17 nominations.
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Actor (303 credits)
Actor (303 credits)
1983
Godam
(The Voice of God)
1974
Le soleil se lève à l'est
(TV Mini Series)
Dixan Chand
Dixan Chand
- Episode #1.6
(1974)
... Dixan Chand
- Episode #1.5
(1974)
... Dixan Chand
- Episode #1.4
(1974)
... Dixan Chand
- Episode #1.3
(1974)
... Dixan Chand
- Le bal masqué
(1974)
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Music department (5 credits)
Music department (5 credits)
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Soundtrack (2 credits)
Soundtrack (2 credits)
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Thanks (2 credits)
Thanks (2 credits)
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Self (4 credits)
Self (4 credits)
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Archive footage (3 credits)
Archive footage (3 credits)
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Personal Details
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AmrishPuriHeight:
5' 9" (1.75 m)Spouse:
Urmila Divekar (his death) (2 children)
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Elder brother is actor Chaman Puri and elder sister Chandrakanta. See more »Trademark:
Would often enlarge his eyes in the event he got happy or became furious at the failure of his men when playing the movie's main villain. See more »Star Sign:
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