Ashok Kumar (born Kumudlal Ganguly; 13 October 1911 – 10 December 2001), was an Indian actor who attained iconic status in Indian cinema. He was considered the first big star of Indian cinema as well as the first lead actor to play an anti-hero.

Ashok Kumar Pandey is well known writer and Author of books like 'KASHMIRNAMA', 'KASHMIR AUR KASHMIRI PANDIT', USNE GANDHI KO KYON MARA (Eng. WHY THEY KILLED GANDHI) and 'SAVARKAR: KALA PANI...

Ashok Kumar’s First Blockbuster Hit Famous by the name Dadamoni, which means “jewel of an elder brother.” He is noted for his tremendous performances in various films such as Achhut Kannya (1936), Bandhan (1940), and Kismet (1943).

Ashok Kumar was an Indian actor who was active from 1934 to 1997. With Mumtaz Shanti in Kismet (1943)

Ashok Kumar. Actor: Mahal. The Grandfather & Great Custodian of Indian Motion Pictures! Ashok Kumar was one of India's most famous actors for over half a century, from before independence to the cusp of the new millennia!

Ashok Kumar. Actor: Mahal. The Grandfather & Great Custodian of Indian Motion Pictures! Ashok Kumar was one of India's most famous actors for over half a century, from before independence to the cusp of the new millennia!

Originally from Thanjavur district, Ashok Kumar grew up in Mumbai. He was a Bharatanatyam dancer and won the Nrithyamayoor (transl. Dancing Peacock) Award from the Government of Maharashtra. He played Krishna in the Hindi television serial Krishna (1993-97).

3 days ago · Most of those who grew up in the 1970-80s may remember Ashok Kumar, affectionately known as ‘Dadamoni’ (‘jewel of an elder brother’ in Bangla), in roles of an affable elderly man — who ...

Oct 13, 2024 · From this rather unpromising start, Ashok Kumar went on to establish himself as Hindi cinema's first superstar, but ceaselessly soliciting feedback to sharpen his performances, even, as he brought a natural approach and willingness to reinvent himself.

With his classic Bengali good looks, a mischievous smile and exceptional histrionics, Ashok Kumar brought to Bollywood the spontaneous “natural” acting style