Kulbhushan Kharbanda
Biography
Kulbhushan Kharbanda is an Indian actor born on October 21, 1944, in Hasan Abdal, Punjab, British India. He works in Hindi and Punjabi films and is best known for his role as the antagonist Shakaal in the 1980 film Shaan. His career began with the Delhi-based theatre group in 1974. He is also recognized among notable alumni. His known film and television credits include appearances in projects such as Mirzapur, Ucha Dar Babe Nanak Da, and Ghayal. With 155 known acting credits, he remains an established figure in the film industry, acknowledged across multiple film databases and biographical sources for his extensive body of work.
Career overview
Kulbhushan Kharbanda is an Indian actor born on October 21, 1944, in Hasan Abdal, Punjab, British India. He works in Hindi and Punjabi films and is recognized as an alumnus alongside figures such as Om Puri, Shabana Azmi, and Smita Patil. His career includes work across numerous films and television shows, with known credits totaling 155.
He is best known for his role as the antagonist Shakaal in the 1980 film Shaan. Among his other notable credits are appearances in the projects Mirzapur, Ucha Dar Babe Nanak Da, and Ghayal. He started his career with a Delhi-based theatre group in 1974.
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154 titles- Mirzapur: The Movie (2026) as Satyanand "Bauji" Tripathi
- Jewel Thief - The Heist Begins (2025) as Jayant Roy
- Crew (2024) as Nanu
- Guilty Minds (2022) as L N Khanna
- Ardh (2022)
- Kamathipura (2021)
- Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019) as Dixit Ji
- Khandaani Shafakhana (2019) as Mamaji
- No Fathers in Kashmir (2019) as Abdul Rashid
- Mirzapur (2018) as Satyanand Tripathi / Bauji
- Soorma (2018) as Chairman of Indian Hockey Federation
- Love Shots (2016)
- Azhar (2016) as Wajihuddin
- Aatishbaazi Ishq (2016)
- Brothers (2015) as Principal Shobhit Desai
- Beeba Boys (2015) as Mr. Johar
- Kirpaan (2014) as Beeru's Father
- Haider (2014) as Hussain Meer
- Zed Plus (2014) as Prime Minister
- Chhoti Moti Batein (2014) as Father
- Delhi in a Day (2012) as Mukund
- Fernes Land (2011) as Pamma
- Khushiyaan (2011) as Raj's Dad
- Mere Ghar Aayi Ek Nanhi Pari (2009) as Roshanlal Chawla (Lalaji)
- Kurbaan (2009) as Mansoori
- Ek: The Power of One (2009) as Kripal Singh
- Aloo Chaat (2009) as Puroshottum
- Jodhaa Akbar (2008) as Raja Bharmal
- EMI (2008) as Chandrakanth
- Tulsi: Mathrudevobhava (2008) as The Guru
- Manorama Six Feet Under (2007) as Minister P.P. Rathore
- Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006) as Kkhurana
- Umrao Jaan (2006) as Maulvi
- Fight Club: Members Only (2006) as Suhas
- Main tu Assi Tussi (2006) as Hukumdeen / Hukum Singh
- Water (2005) as Sadananda
- Bose: The Forgotten Hero (2005) as Uttamchand Malhotra
- Garv: Pride and Honour (2004) as Judge
- I Proud to Be an Indian (2004) as I's father
- Agni Pankh (2004)
- Hawayein (2003) as Sarabjeet's Father
- Pinjar (2003) as Mohanlal
- Chori Chori (2003) as Mr. Malhotra
- Bollywood/Hollywood (2002) as Mr. Singh
- Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) as Raja Puran Singh Chawla
- Monsoon Wedding (2001) as C. L. Chadha
- Hera Pheri (2000) as Devi Prasad
- Mela (2000) as Minister
- Badal (2000)
- Pukar (2000) as Major General
- Bulandi (2000) as Ramsingh Thakur
- Refugee (2000) as Manzur Ahmad
- Dillagi (1999)
- Pyaar Koi Khel Nahin (1999) as Nisha's father
- Major Saab (1998) as Raja Thakur
- Earth (1998) as Imam Din
- China Gate (1998) as Maj. Kailashnath Gupta
- Maharaja (1998) as Hanuman Baba
- Soldier (1998)
- Aakrosh: Cyclone Of Anger (1998)
- Dildara (1998)
- Border (1997) as Havildar Bhagiram
- Fire (1997) as Ashok
- Yes Boss (1997) as Siddharth Chaudhary's Father in Law
- Gupt: The Hidden Truth (1997) as Dr. Gandhi
- Banarasi Babu (1997) as Gopi's father
- Mere Sapno Ki Rani (1997) as Mr. Kumar
- Zameer: The Awakening of a Soul (1997) as Teacher
- Dil Ke Jharoke Main (1997) as Mahendrapratap Rai
- Krishna (1996) as DCP Khanna
- Maachis (1996) as Commander
- Loafer (1996) as Vidyapathi Kumar
- Nirbhay (1996) as Father Francis
- Veergati (1995) as Havaldar
- Coolie No. 1 (1995)
- Angrakshak (1995)
- Sarhad (1995) as Chiklea
- Baazi (1995) as Commissioner Mazumdar
- Naseem (1995) as Naseem's Father
- Mahakaal (1994) as Anita's Father
- Mohra (1994) as Jailer (Roma's dad)
- Vaade Iraade (1994)
- Aaja Sanam (1994)
- Damini (1993) as Mr Gupta
- Izzat Ki Roti (1993)
- Ek Hi Raasta (1993) as Bhagat Singh
- Antim Nyay (1993) as Lala Ranjan
- Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992) as Ramlal Sharma
- Mere Sajana Saath Nibhana (1992) as Raghuvir Singh
- Bekhudi (1992) as Rohit's father
- Banjaran (1991) as Rana Uday Ban Singh Sesodia
- Sam & Me (1991) as Baldev
- Henna (1991) as Chandni's father
- Aayee Milan Ki Raat (1991) as Thakur
- Farishtay (1991) as Police Comissioner PC Acharya
- Ghayal (1990) as Police Commissioner Ashok Pradhan
- Gunahon ka devta (1990) as Dabar / Goenka
- Sailaab (1990) as Dr. Din
- Raiszaada (1990) as Police Commissioner Durjan
- Main Tera Dushman (1989) as Jwalaprasad
- Batwara (1989) as Sarpanch Lakhiya
- Joshilaay (1989) as Raja Singh
- Oonch Neech Beech (1989) as Vithal
- The Discovery of India (1988) as Akbar
- Veerana (1988) as Thakur Mahendra Pratap
- Hum Farishte Nahin (1988) as Shivraj Verma
- Yateem (1988) as Inspector. Shiv Kumar Yadav
- Mera Muqaddar (1988) as Vijay
- Paap Ko Jalaa Kar Raakh Kar Doonga (1988) as Vinay Saxena
- Waaris (1988) as Gajjan Singh
- Main Zinda Hoon (1988) as Father
- Trinetrudu (1988)
- Hum To Chale Pardes (1988) as Kul
- Jaan Hatheli Pe (1987) as Shankar Chinoy
- Marte Dam Tak (1987) as Gangster P.C. Mathur
- Uttar Dakshin (1987) as Krishna Kant
- Susman (1987)
- Janbaaz (1986) as Mr. Rai
- Ek Chadar Maili Si (1986) as Trilok
- New Delhi Times (1986) as Jugal Kishor (J.K.)
- Om (1986)
- Mohabbat Ki Kasam (1986) as Thakur Vikram Singh
- Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985) as Jeeva Sahay
- Ghulami (1985) as Havaldar Gopi Dada
- Geraftaar (1985) as Vidyanath's Lawyer (Guest Appearance)
- Lava (1985) as Kul Verna
- Zamana (1985) as Jogeshwar Dayal "J.D."
- Zabardast (1985) as Dr. Sehgal
- Duniya (1984) as Teja
- Utsav (1984) as Teacher of Aryak
- Manzil Manzil (1984) as Mr. Malhotra
- Blind Alley (1984)
- Bandh Honth (1984)
- Mandi (1983) as Mr. Gupta
- Arth (1982) as Inder Malhotra
- Prem Rog (1982) as Chote Thakur Virendra 'Vir' Singh
- Ucha Dar Babe Nanak Da (1982) as Shamsher Singh
- Shakti (1982) as K. D. Narang
- Swami Dada (1982)
- Silsila (1981) as Inspector Kulbhushan
- Kalyug (1981) as Bal Raj
- Chakra (1981) as Anna
- Bulundi (1981) as Viju Mohanty
- Chann Pardesee (1981) as Harnek/Nek
- Nakhuda (1981)
- Shaan (1980) as Shakal
- Solva Sawan (1979)
- Junoon (1978) as Lalal Ramjimal
- Bhumika (1977) as Harilal
- Manthan (1976) as Sarpanch
- Sikandar (1976)
- Nishant (1975)
- Jadu Ka Shankh (1974)
- Pashmeena as Baba
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kulbhushan Kharbanda best known for?
Kulbhushan Kharbanda is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Crew (2024), Frenemies (2012), Midnight Madness (1980), Ace Crawford, Private Eye (1983).
When and where was Kulbhushan Kharbanda born?
Kulbhushan Kharbanda was born on October 21, 1944 in Hasan Abdal, Punjab, British India.
How many credits does Kulbhushan Kharbanda have?
Kulbhushan Kharbanda has accumulated over 154 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1974 to 2026.
What is Kulbhushan Kharbanda's background in cinema and television?
Kulbhushan Kharbanda is an Indian actor born on October 21, 1944, in Hasan Abdal, Punjab, British India. He works in Hindi and Punjabi films and is best known for his role as the antagonist Shakaal in the 1980 film Shaan. His career began with the Delhi-based theatre group in 1974. He is also recognized among notable a...
Kulbhushan Kharbanda by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Discovery of India (1988) as Akbar — aged about 43
- Mirzapur (2018) as Satyanand Tripathi / Bauji — aged about 73
- Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) as Raja Puran Singh Chawla — aged about 56
- Hera Pheri (2000) as Devi Prasad — aged about 55
- Crew (2024) as Nanu — aged about 79
- Manthan (1976) as Sarpanch — aged about 31
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