Jitender is one of the all time great actors of hindi film industry. His exeptional acting talent and memorable performances in movies like Farz, Geet Gaya Pathro Ne etc made him popular amongst masses.
Personal Profile (Personal Biography)
- Original Name: Ravi Kapoor
- Date of Birth (Birthday): April 7, 1942
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
- Birth Place: Amritsar, Punjab
- Religion: Hindu
- Marital Status: Married
Family Background
- Wife's Name: Shobha Kapoor
- Son: Tusshar Kapoor
- Daughter: Ekta Kapoor
Film Background (Filmography)
- Debut Film: Navrang (1959)
- Famous Movies: Sehra, Geet Gaya Pattharon Ne, Farz, Justice Chaudhry, Mawaali, Himmatwala, Jaani Dushman, Tohfa.
Interesting Facts About Jitender's Life
- Jitender is the only bollywood actor who has acted in more than 200 films.
- Jitender's talent was identified by V. Shantaram when he used to supply jewellery
Awards and Accolades
- 1998 - Guest of Honour Award at the 18th Ujala Cinema Express Awards.
- 2000 - Lifetime Achievement Award in film personalities.
- 2002 - Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award.
- 2002 - Lifetime Achievement Award at the Zee Gold Bollywood Movie Awards in New York.
- 2004 - "Legend of Indian Cinema" Award at Atlantic City (United States).
- 2005 - Star Screen Lifetime Achievement Award.
- 2007 - Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Award.
- 2008 - Sansui Television Lifetime Achievement Award.
