Farooq Shaikh
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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.
Farooq Shaikh Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Farooq Shaikh reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 42 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Farooq Shaikh's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Farooq Shaikh's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Lakhon Ki Baat, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Farooq Shaikh Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Farooq Shaikh's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Farooq Shaikh has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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 | Anjuman | Sajid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Mere Saath Chal | Amit | 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".