Manoj Kumar
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Harikrishan Giri Goswami (born 24 July 1937) was better known by his screen name Manoj Kumar. He was an Indian actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, lyricist and editor who worked in Hindi cinema. He was known for acting and making films with patriotic themes, and had been given the nickname Bharat Kumar. He was the recipient of a National Film Award and seven Filmfare Awards, in varied categories. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Manoj Kumar reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Manoj Kumar'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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Manoj Kumar remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Shaadi, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Manoj Kumar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Manoj Kumar's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Manoj Kumar.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Dastaan-E-Rafi | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | China Town | Advocate Daniel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Maidan-E-Jung | Master Dinanath | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Maidan-E-Jung | S.P. Arun | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Deshwasi | Sangram Singh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Clerk | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Santosh | Santosh Singh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kranti | Bharat/Kranti | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Shirdi Ke Sai Baba | Devotee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Amaanat | Deepak | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Dus Numbri | Arjun | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sanyasi | Ram Rai | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Roti Kapada Aur Makaan | Deepak | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Shor | Shankar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Be-Imaan | Mohan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Mera Naam Joker | David | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Pehchan | Gangaram 'Ganga' Ramkishan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Purab Aur Pachhim | Bharat | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Sajan | Ashok Saxena / Vinod | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Aadmi | Dr. Shekhar | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Neel Kamal | Ram | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Anita | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Upkar | Bharat | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Patthar Ke Sanam | Rajesh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Sawan Ki Ghata | Gopal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Do Badan | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Gumnaam | Anand | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Shaheed | Shaheed-E-Azam Bhagat Singh / Allaudin Khan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Himalay Ki Godmein | Dr. Sunil Mehra | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Night of the Full Moon | Prakash | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Woh Kaun Thi | Dr. Anand | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Apne Huye Paraye | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Phoolon Ki Sej | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Grahasti | Mohan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Dr. Vidya | Ratan Chowdhury | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Shaadi | Raja | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Nakli Nawab | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Hariyali Aur Rasta | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Maa Beta | Rameshwar / Keshav | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Piya Milan ki Aas | Majhi | Flop | Similar → |
Manoj Kumar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Manoj Kumar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Manoj Kumar is "Shaadi" with a rating of 9.4/10.
How many movies has Manoj Kumar acted in?
Manoj Kumar has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Manoj Kumar?
Other notable films include "Maidan-E-Jung", "Maidan-E-Jung", and "Mera Naam Joker".