Krishnakant was an American actor best known for his roles in Dil Se.. (1998), Byomkesh Bakshi (1993), and Puthukkottaielerenthu Saravanan (2004). He was born in September 1922 in Howrah, West Bengal, British India, and passed away on October 24, 2016, in Surat.
Personal and Family Life
Krishnakant, originally named Krishnakant Maganlal Atmaram Bukhanvala, had a son named Supratim Bhukhanwala. His family life mostly stayed private, but he was known to be committed to his loved ones while also making significant contributions to the arts.
Career
He had a successful career as both an actor and director, appearing in several notable films and TV series. His performances gained recognition and he was celebrated for his talent in the Indian film industry.
Death and Legacy
Krishnakant passed away from a heart attack on October 24, 2016, in Surat. His work in film and television continues to be remembered and appreciated by fans and peers alike, leaving a lasting legacy in the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Naughty Boy | 1962-01-01 | Kavi Viyogi |
| सीमा | 1955-01-07 | Radha’s Husband |
| दो रास्ते | 1969-12-05 | |
| Dilli Ka Thug | 1958-01-01 | Shewakram |
| अन्नदाता | 1972-01-01 | Pestonji Vasiyatwala |
| दो बीघा ज़मीन | 1953-01-02 | |
| होटल | 1981-08-07 | Father |
| परवरिश | 1958-01-01 | Thakur Harnam Singh / Badey Thakur |
| माँ | 1952-05-09 | |
| Mehndi | 1958-01-01 | |
| दाग | 1952-07-04 | |
| Andolan | 1951-07-13 | Panditji |
| शर्मीली | 1971-01-01 | Dwarka |
| अनाड़ी | 1975-02-04 | |
| दुनिया | 1958-01-01 | Munshiji |