Overview
Kumar Gaurav (born Manoj Tuli; 11 July 1956) is an Indian businessman and former actor who worked in Hindi cinema. The son of veteran Hindi film actor Rajendra Kumar, he made his screen debut in the early 1980s and went on to appear in several notable Hindi-language films before transitioning away from acting.
Key facts
| Birth name | Manoj Tuli |
|---|---|
| Stage name | Kumar Gaurav |
| Born | 11 July 1956 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Businessman; former actor |
| Industry | Hindi cinema |
| Father | Rajendra Kumar (actor) |
Background
Kumar Gaurav was born into a prominent Hindi film family. His father, Rajendra Kumar, was one of the leading stars of Hindi cinema during the 1960s, known for a long string of successful films. This family connection placed Gaurav within the established networks of the Mumbai film industry from an early stage.
Career
Gaurav worked primarily as a leading man in Hindi films. His filmography includes:
- Love Story
- Teri Kasam
- Star
- Naam
- Kaante
After his acting career, Gaurav moved into business.
Significance
As part of a multi-generational film family, Kumar Gaurav represents a line of continuity in Hindi cinema, bridging the era of his father Rajendra Kumar with the cinema of the 1980s and beyond. His debut-era work, particularly Love Story, remains a reference point in discussions of Hindi romantic films of that period.
Related topics
References
- Kumar Gaurav – English Wikipedia
- Wikidata item:
Q6443482