Naseeruddin Shah


Naseeruddin Shah
Actor, DirectorNaseeruddin Shah (born 20 July 1950) is one of India’s foremost actors, acclaimed for his work in parallel cinema, mainstream Bollywood and theatre. He has won multiple national and international awards, including National Film Awards, Filmfare Awards, and the Volpi Cup. He also holds the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan honours.
Naseeruddin Shah: Age, Net Worth, Movies, Family, and Personal Details
Name | Naseeruddin Shah |
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Date Of Birth | July 20, 1950 |
Age | 75 Years |
Birth Place | Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Height | 5 ft 10 in (≈ 1.78 m) |
Profession | Actor, Director |
Current Residence | Mumbai, India |
Religion | Muslim |
Nationality | Indian |
Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Hobbies | Reading, theatre, possibly travel (various interviews mention his affinity for literature) |
Naseeruddin Shah: Education
Education Qualification | Graduate in Arts, Theatre Training |
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College(s) | Aligarh Muslim University, National School of Drama (New Delhi) |
School(s) | St. Anselm’s School (Ajmer), St. Joseph’s College (Nainital) |
Naseeruddin Shah: Family
Father | Aley Mohammed Shah |
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Mother | Farrukh Sultan |
Siblings | Lt. General Zameerud-din Shah (Brother) |
Spouse | Ratna Pathak Shah |
Children | Heeba Shah, Imaad Shah, Vivaan Shah |
Naseeruddin Shah: Net Worth
Net Worth | Approx. USD 50 Million (₹380 Crore) |
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Naseeruddin Shah: Overview
Naseeruddin Shah is a legendary Indian actor, director, and writer known for his powerful performances across theatre, parallel cinema, and mainstream Bollywood. A graduate of the National School of Drama, he has earned widespread acclaim for his versatility in films like Aakrosh, Sparsh, Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, and A Wednesday. With a career spanning over five decades, Shah has received numerous National Awards and international recognition, cementing his place as one of India’s finest and most respected performers.
Filmography
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Naseeruddin Shah
Q1. What is the date of birth of Naseeruddin Shah?
A. Naseeruddin Shah was born on 20 July 1950
Q2. What is Naseeruddin Shah’s zodiac sign?
A. His zodiac sign is Leo.
Q3. What is Naseeruddin Shah’s profession?
A. He is an actor and director.
Q4. What was Naseeruddin Shah’s debut song?
A. He is not known for singing or releasing songs as a singer. Most bios list only film debut, theatre, etc.
Q5. Which was Naseeruddin Shah’s first film?
A. His first feature film role is in Nishant (1975) directed by Shyam Benegal. He did appear as an extra in Aman (1967), earning ₹ 7.50 for that small role, but his credited acting debut is Nishant.
Q6. Who is Naseeruddin Shah’s wife?
A. He is married to Ratna Pathak Shah (since 1 April 1982). He was earlier married to Parveen Murad (aka Manara Sikri) before that.
Q7. How tall is Naseeruddin Shah?
A. Approx 5 feet 7 inches (≈ 170 cm)
Q8. What is Naseeruddin Shah’s educational qualification?
A. He graduated in Arts from Aligarh Muslim University. He also trained at the National School of Drama (NSD), Delhi.
Q9. What is Naseeruddin Shah’s net worth?
A. Approx. USD 50 Million (₹380 Crore)
Q10. What are some popular movies of Naseeruddin Shah?
A. Here are a few of his well-known films:
- Nishant
- Sparsh
- Sarfarosh
- Masoom
- Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro
- The Perfect Murder
- Maqbool
- Monsoon Wedding