Goga Kapoor is an American actor best known for his roles in Coolie, Zanjeer, and Hera Pheri. He was born on December 15, 1940, and passed away on March 3, 2011, in Malad, Maharashtra, India.
Personal and Family Life
Goga Kapoor, whose real name was Ravin Ravindra Kapoor, had a promising start in acting, but his film debut was delayed for almost a decade. He eventually made his debut with the film Jwala, released in 1971. He was instrumental in giving Amitabh Bachchan his first acting opportunity through a play titled Othello in the 1960s.
Death and Legacy
Goga Kapoor passed away after a lengthy illness, leaving behind a legacy in Indian cinema. His contributions to film included various memorable roles that highlighted his versatile talent as an actor. Kapoor’s work continues to be appreciated by fans of classic Bollywood films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| शान | 1980-12-12 | Kumar’s Assistant |
| कभी हाँ कभी ना | 1994-02-25 | Anthony Gomes |
| D | 2005-06-03 | Hashimbhai |
| Lahu Ke Do Rang | 1979-09-28 | Goga |
| सलाखें | 1975-12-26 | Casino Owner |
| कुली | 1983-12-02 | Goga |
| Betaab | 1983-08-05 | Ganga |
| Insaniyat | 1994-03-11 | Goga |
| Doodh Ka Karz | 1990-08-21 | Dharma Lohar |
| Billoo Baadshah | 1989-04-28 | Ramchabhile |
| फूल और काँटे | 1991-11-22 | Shankar’s Brother |
| थानेदार | 1990-12-10 | Lawrence |
| Aag | 1994-07-27 | Thakur Madan Singh |
| डरवाजा बंद रखो | 2006-08-04 | Manish Mehta |
| अग्निपथ | 1990-02-16 | Dinkar Rao |
| दिलवाला | 1986-02-07 | King Kong’s Brother-In-Law |
| फूल और काँटे | 1991-11-22 | |
| नटवरलाल जी | 1979-09-07 | |
| Hera Pheri | 1976-10-01 | Goga |
| ज़ंजीर | 1973-05-11 | |
| निश्चय | 1992-07-17 | Ruffian |