Nana Palshikar, a distinguished and accomplished Indian actor, enjoyed a remarkable and prolonged career that spanned an impressive eight decades, during which he amassed an extensive filmography comprising over 80 Hindi films. His cinematic journey began in the year 1935 with the movie Dhuwandhar, marking the inception of an illustrious and storied career that would see him take on a diverse array of character roles in both mainstream and art-house films. Throughout his illustrious and varied career, he also had the opportunity to appear in smaller yet significant parts in a few international productions, including the critically acclaimed films Maya, The Guru, and Gandhi, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile actor.
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BornMay 20, 1908 Bombay, Bombay Presidency, British India
Biography
Career
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1982

Gandhi as Villager
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1980

Aakrosh as Bhiku's father
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The Burning Train as Seema's Mother
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1973

Dhund as The Judge
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1971

Uphaar as Ramchandra
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1969

The Guru as The Guru's Guru
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1966

Maya as Raji's Father
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1964

Dosti as Sharma
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Sangam as Nathu
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1958
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1956

Stay Alert as Doctor
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1955
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Shree 420 as Gambler with goatee
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1953

Do Bigha Zamin as Dhangu Maheto