Om Puri

Om Puri was an Indian actor who is widely regarded as one of the finest actors in world cinema.

Movie Actor

October 18, 1948

January 06, 2017

68

Om Puri (18 October 1950 – 6 January 2017) was a distinguished Indian actor who made substantial contributions to both Indian and international cinema. He appeared in a variety of films, including mainstream commercial Hindi, Bengali, Kannada, English, Punjabi, Gujarati, Telugu, and Marathi movies. Puri is considered one of the finest actors in world cinema.

Puri received critical acclaim for his exceptional acting skills and versatility in his performances. He is best known for his roles in “Aakrosh” (1980) and “Ardh Satya” (1983). Other notable works include “Gandhi” (1982), “Masoom” (1983), “The Ghost and the Darkness” (1996), “East Is East” (1999), “Charlie Wilson’s War” (2007), and “West is West” (2012).

In recognition of his contributions to acting, Puri was honored with the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in the Republic of India, and an honorary OBE (Order of the British Empire).

Despite his success, Puri remained a humble man who enjoyed spending time in his village home in Haryana. He owned a small piece of land and had a passion for farming. Puri’s connection to his rural surroundings and grounded nature helped him maintain humility throughout his career.

Om Puri passed away on January 6, 2017, at the age of 66. His legacy as a talented and versatile actor continues to inspire and influence the film industry.