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Film actors

Ayushmann Khurrana

Ayushmann Khurrana

Ayushmann Khurrana (born Nishant Khurrana ; 14 September 1984) is an Indian actor and singer who works in Hindi films. Known for his portrayals of ordinary men often battling social norms, [3] [4] he is the recipient of several awards, including a National Film Award and four Filmfare Awards. He has appeared in Forbes India 's Celebrity 100 list of 2013 and 2019, and Time named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2020. [5]

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John Abraham

John Abraham

John Abraham (born 17 December 1972) [2] [3] is an Indian actor and film producer who works in Hindi films. He is a recipient of one National Film Award along with four Filmfare Awards nominations. Abraham has appeared in Forbes India 's Celebrity 100 list since 2017. [4]

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Sanjay Dutt

Sanjay Dutt

Sanjay Balraj Dutt (born 29 July 1959) [4] is an Indian actor and film producer who works primarily in Hindi cinema, and has also appeared in some Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, Marathi and Punjabi films. [5] [6] He has acted in over 135 films. Known for his versatile roles, style, and intensity, he has often portrayed flawed heroes on screen. [7] [8] Dutt has received awards such as two Filmfare Awards, three Screen Awards and a Global Indian Film Award. [9]

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Dharmendra

Dharmendra

Dharmendra [1] (Punjabi pronunciation: [ˈt̪ə̀ɾᵊˌmɪn.d̪əɾ]; 8 December 1935 – 24 November 2025) was an Indian actor, producer and politician, primarily known for his work in Hindi films. He is regarded as one of the greatest and most commercially successful actors in the history of Indian cinema. [9] Known as the "He-man", he was popular for his handsome looks and leading roles in several blockbusters. [10] In a career spanning 65 years, he worked in over 300 films, holding the record for starring in the highest number of hit films in Hindi cinema. [8] Dharmendra was awarded the Padma Bhusha…

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Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant Singh Rajput [1] (21 January 1986 – 14 June 2020) was an Indian actor best known for his work in Hindi cinema. Rajput is the recipient of several accolades, including a Screen Award and three Filmfare Award nominations. He was featured twice on Forbes India 's Celebrity 100 list, and was regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation. [2]

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Shahid Kapoor

Shahid Kapoor

Shahid Pankaj Kapoor (pronounced [ʃaːɦɪd̪ kəˈpuːr]; born 25 February 1981) is an Indian actor who works in Hindi films. Initially recognised for portraying romantic roles, he has since taken on parts in action films and thrillers. One of the highest-paid Indian actors, he has featured in Forbes India 's Celebrity 100 list since 2012. Kapoor is the recipient of several awards, including three Filmfare Awards.

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Kartik Aaryan

Kartik Aaryan

Kartik Aaryan (born Kartik Tiwari ; 22 November 1990) [3] [4] is an Indian actor who primarily works in Hindi cinema. He appeared in Forbes India 's Celebrity 100 list in 2019, and his accolades include a National Film Award and a Filmfare Award. [5] [6]

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Kangana Ranaut

Kangana Ranaut

Kangna Amardeep Ranaut (pronounced [kəŋɡənaː raːɳoːʈʰ]; born 23 March 1986) is an Indian actress, filmmaker, and politician serving as a Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha from Mandi since June 2024. Known for her portrayals of strong-willed, unconventional women in female-led Hindi films, she is the recipient of several awards, including four National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards, and has featured six times in Forbes India 's Celebrity 100 list. In 2020, the Government of India honoured her with the Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest civilian award.

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