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Manoj Kumar Dies: Veteran Actor and Director Known As ‘Bharat Kumar’ Passes Away at 87

Veteran actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar has passed away at the age of 87 today, April 4. Born as Harikrishna Giri Goswami on July 24, 1937, Manoj Kumar was a prominent figure in Hindi cinema. According to reports, the legendary actor breathed his last at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai.

Team Latestly | Published: Apr 04, 2025 07:51 AM IST
Manoj Kumar Dies: Veteran Actor and Director Known As ‘Bharat Kumar’ Passes Away at 87
Manoj Kumar

Veteran actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar has passed away at the age of 87 today, April 4. Medical reports reveal that Kumar died due to cardiogenic shock resulting from a severe heart attack and prolonged liver ailment. Born as Harikrishna Giri Goswami on July 24, 1937, Manoj Kumar was a prominent figure in Hindi cinema.  Also known as 'Bharat Kumar,' he was renowned for his patriotic films like Shaheed, Kranti, and other iconic films such as Sanyasi, Santosh, and Purab Aur Paschim, among many others. According to reports, the legendary actor breathed his last at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. He was the recipient of the  National Film Award and was honoured with the Padma Shri in 1992. RIP Manoj Kumar! Netizens Pay Heartfelt Tributes to 'Bharat Kumar' as Legendary Actor Dies at 87, Celebrate His Timeless Legacy in Indian Cinema.

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