Sharat Saxena's Birthday: Unknown facts about 'Phir Hera Pheri' actor

Sharat Saxena is a much-celebrated Bollywood actor who is remembered for his work in more than 250 films. He is also a rewned face down south as he has worked in various Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam films. His negative roles in various Hindi films have left a lasting impact on audience over years. On occasion of his 70th birthday, here is a look at a few interesting facts about actor and his long career in Bollywood.

Sharat Saxena’s childhood and education

Sharat Saxena was born in Satna, Madhya Pradesh, and hence most of his childhood was spent in same city. His schooling was done from St. Joseph’s Convent School in Bhopal while a portion of it was also done at Christ Church Boys’ Senior Secondary School in Jabalpur. He is also a certified engineer in Electronics & Telecommunication from Jabalpur Engineering College. After his graduation, he decided that he wanted to pursue a career in acting and hence moved to Mumbai.

Sharat Saxena's films

Sharat Saxena’s films have left a huge mark in minds of audience ever since he started off in 1970s. He is remembered for his work in films like nt Vid, Mr India, Ghulam, and Yudh, amongst ors. His portrayal of character Daaga in Mr India is considered one of most iconic parts of film. Sharat Saxena is also famous for his work in 1988 Mahabharat series, where he played role of Keechak or Kichak and his performance was widely appreciated.

Sharat Saxena’s career kicked off in year 1972 when he moved to Mumbai in order to become an actor. His first film was titled Benaam, following which he was seen in a number of Bollywood films in supporting roles. Sharat Saxena played role of a villain in Vikram Bhatt’s Ghulam which released in year 1998. He was also minated for a Filmfare in supporting role for this portrayal. In 2000s, he was seen playing critical roles in much-loved films like Thug Of Hindostan, Fanaa, Race 3, and Singham 3, amongst ors. Sharat Saxena is also expected to be seen in a number of upcoming films including Sherni, Shamshera, and Morjim.

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Sharat Saxena’s family

Sharat Saxena currently resides in Madh Island, which is placed on outskirts of Mumbai. He lives with his wife Shobha Saxena and ir two children, Veera and Vishal. His daughter Veera Saxena is currently a singer and an actress who has been in seen in films like Hunterrr, and Once a Year. She has also appeared in Amazon Prime show, Pushpavalli.

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