Manoj Kumar
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Harikrishan Giri Goswami (born 24 July 1937) was better known by his screen name Manoj Kumar. He was an Indian actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, lyricist and editor who worked in Hindi cinema. He was known for acting and making films with patriotic themes, and had been given the nickname Bharat Kumar. He was the recipient of a National Film Award and seven Filmfare Awards, in varied categories. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Manoj Kumar Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Manoj Kumar reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 40 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Manoj Kumar's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 68% of Manoj Kumar's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Deshwasi, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Manoj Kumar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Manoj Kumar's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Manoj Kumar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Dastaan-E-Rafi | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | China Town | Advocate Daniel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Maidan-E-Jung | Master Dinanath | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Maidan-E-Jung | S.P. Arun | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Deshwasi | Sangram Singh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Clerk | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Santosh | Santosh Singh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kranti | Bharat/Kranti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Shirdi Ke Sai Baba | Devotee | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Amaanat | Deepak | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Dus Numbri | Arjun | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sanyasi | Ram Rai | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Roti Kapada Aur Makaan | Deepak | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Shor | Shankar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Be-Imaan | Mohan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Mera Naam Joker | David | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Pehchan | Gangaram 'Ganga' Ramkishan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Purab Aur Pachhim | Bharat | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Sajan | Ashok Saxena / Vinod | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Aadmi | Dr. Shekhar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Neel Kamal | Ram | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Anita | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Patthar Ke Sanam | Rajesh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Upkar | Bharat | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Sawan Ki Ghata | Gopal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Do Badan | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Gumnaam | Anand | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Shaheed | Shaheed-E-Azam Bhagat Singh / Allaudin Khan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Night of the Full Moon | Prakash | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Himalay Ki Godmein | Dr. Sunil Mehra | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Woh Kaun Thi | Dr. Anand | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Apne Huye Paraye | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Phoolon Ki Sej | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Grahasti | Mohan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Dr. Vidya | Ratan Chowdhury | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Shaadi | Raja | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Nakli Nawab | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Maa Beta | Rameshwar / Keshav | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Hariyali Aur Rasta | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Piya Milan ki Aas | Majhi | Flop | Similar → |
Manoj Kumar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Manoj Kumar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Manoj Kumar is "Deshwasi" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Manoj Kumar acted in?
Manoj Kumar has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Manoj Kumar?
Other notable films include "Be-Imaan", "Dr. Vidya", and "Shaadi".