Jaikishan Kakubhai Shroff, who is more popularly known as Jackie Shroff has been ruling the hearts of audiences ever since he made his debut. He has not only won audiences over with his performances but also with his humility and humbleness. He is so down to earth that it is impossible to ever meet him and not end up having a smile on your face.
The charming actor has given us some iconic roles and unforgettable movies. The actor is undoubtedly one of the best actors in Indian cinema and he has played characters in pretty much every Indian language.
Today as he turns 66, we bring to you 5 films of the brilliant actor that you should re-watch on this special occasion:
‘Parinda’
Jackie Shroff played the role of Kishan, the guy who works as a chieftain for the underworld Anna (Nana Patekar). The film won Shroff lots of accolades and acclaim for the fierce portrayal of his character and flawless acting.
‘Khalnayak’
The handsome cop in ‘Khalnayak’ has been swooning audiences for over three decades now. Shroff was seen in the role of a police inspector Ram in the movie. Jackie Shroff is one of the best elements of the film. There couldn’t have been a worthy rival to Sanjay Dutt’s negative role in the movie than Jackie Shroff.
‘Rangeela’
Jackie Shroff as Raj in Ram Gopal Verma’s ‘Rangeela’ is an unmissable character. He is in his usual charming self in the movie and had mesmerized the audience. It is one of those films that has been critically acclaimed as well has generated major box-office numbers.
‘Devdas’
Jackie Shroff as Chunni Babu is simply unforgettable even though he wasn’t the lead character in the movie. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Devdas’ is a milestone film in Hindi Cinema. Jackie Shroff’s dialogues have stayed with us to date. The camaraderie between Jackie Shroff and Shah Rukh Khan is an absolute delight to watch even today.
‘Hero’
Jackie Shroff as Jackie Dada and Jaikishan pulled off a stellar performance in his very first film. Not only was he loved by the audiences but he went on to become an overnight sensation among the masses. His charm and charisma went beyond screens and his looks and persona were being copied by every young boy across the country.
Here’s wishing the versatile actor a very happy birthday.
