Farooq Shaikh
ActingAbout Farooq Shaikh
Farooq Sheikh was an Indian actor, philanthropist and television presenter. He was best known for his work in Hindi films from 1973 to 1993 and for his work in television between 1988 and 2002. He returned to acting in films in 2008 and continued to do so until his death on 28 December 2013.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Farooq Shaikh reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 42 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Farooq Shaikh's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Farooq Shaikh remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lakhon Ki Baat, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Farooq Shaikh Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Farooq Shaikh's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Farooq Shaikh.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Children of War | Mojid | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Youngistaan | Akbar Uncle | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Club 60 | Dr. Tarique | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani | Mr. Thapar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Listen... Amaya | Jayant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Shanghai | Principal Secretary Kaul | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Tell Me O Kkhuda | Ravi Kapoor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Lahore | S.K. Rao | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Accident On Hill Road | Prakash Shrivastav | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Saas Bahu Aur Sensex | Feroz Sethna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Mohabbat | Shekhar Sharma | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mohini | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Ab Insaf Hoga | Ramcharan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Maya Memsaab | Dr. Charu Das | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Toofan | Gopal Sharma | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Picnic | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Biwi Ho To Aisi | Suraj Bhandari | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Gharwali Baharwali | Sunil Khanna | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Rajlakshmi | Shrikant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Mahananda | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ek Pal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Peechha Karro | Vijay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Mere Saath Chal | Amit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Congregation | Sajid (Sajju) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Faasle | Sanjay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Mera Damad | Jai Khanna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Salma | Iqbal | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Lakhon Ki Baat | Alok Prakash | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Lorie | Bhupinder Singh | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Ab Ayega Mazaa | Vijay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Kissi Se Na Kehna | Kailashpati Trivedi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Rang Birangi | Prof. Jeet Saxena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Katha | Bashudev | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Bazaar | Sarju | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Saath Saath | Avinash Verma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Chashme Buddoor | Siddharth Parashar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Umrao Jaan | Nawab Sultan | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Noorie | Yusuf Fakir Mohammed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Kaifi Azmi | Interviewer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Gaman | Ghulam Hasan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Chess Players | Aqueel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Garm Hava | Sikandar | Hit | Similar → |
Farooq Shaikh - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Farooq Shaikh?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Farooq Shaikh is "Lakhon Ki Baat" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Farooq Shaikh acted in?
Farooq Shaikh has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Farooq Shaikh?
Other notable films include "Saath Saath", "Chashme Buddoor", and "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani".