Anupam Kher (born March 7, 1955) is an Indian actor, director and producer who works primarily in Hindi-language films. He has appeared in nearly 400 films and 100 plays. He has played a variety of characters including numerous critically acclaimed leading or parallel roles. The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri in 2004 and the Padma Bhushan in 2016 for his contribution in the field of Indian cinema and arts. Kher is known internationally for Bend It Like Beckham (2002), Bride and Prejudice (2004) and The Mistress of Spices (2005). In 2012, he co-starred in the Academy Award-winning Silver Linings Playbook.
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Anupam Kher is a veteran Indian actor and producer recognized for his extensive work spanning hundreds of feature films in Hindi cinema and international projects.
He is widely known for iconic character roles in major cinematic releases such as Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Silver Linings Playbook, and Bend It Like Beckham.
The Government of India has honored him with the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan for his significant contributions to the arts. Full filmography on Mood.
