Bollywood actor, Manoj Kumar is dead

Popular Bollywood actor, Manoj Kumar, has died at the age of 87 in Mumbai, India.

His death was confirmed by Dr. Santosh Shetty of Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, where Kumar was admitted.

According to Shetty, Kumar’s passing is due to “age-related health issues.”

His son, Kunal Goswami, also confirmed to ANI news agency that the veteran actor had been battling health issues.

Kumar, celebrated for his patriotic films, became popular in the 1960s and 1970s.

Born as Harikrishan Goswami in 1937 in Punjab, Kumar made a name for himself with films such as Shaheed, Roti Kapada Aur Makaan, and Kranti.

His immense contributions to cinema saw him recognized with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, which is the country’s highest film honor.

Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, writing on X, hailed Kumar as an “icon of Indian cinema.

“Manoj Ji’s works ignited a spirit of national pride and will continue to inspire generations.”