Rajesh Khanna
Indian actor (1942–2012)
1942 — 2012
Quick Facts
Profession
Indian actor (1942–2012)
Born
December 29, 1942
Died
2012 (age ~70)
Name Origin
Indian
Timeline
politician, singer, film producer
IndiaBorn in AmritsarDied in Mumbai
1942
Born in Amritsar (1942-12-29)
1959
EducationStudied at Ness Wadia College of Commerce (1959–1961)
1971
AwardFilmfare Award for Best Actor
1972
AwardFilmfare Award for Best Actor
1972
AwardBFJA Awards for Best Actor
1973
AwardFilmfare Special Award
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Rajesh Khanna was an Indian actor, film producer and politician who worked in Hindi films. Regarded as one of the greatest and most successful actor in the history of Indian cinema, he is considered the first Superstar of Hindi cinema. His accolades include five Filmfare Awards, and in 2013, he was posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian honour.
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Who is Rajesh Khanna?+
Rajesh Khanna was an Indian actor, film producer and politician who worked in Hindi films. Regarded as one of the greatest and most successful actor in the history of Indian cinema, he is considered the first Superstar of Hindi cinema. His accolades include five Filmfare Awards, and in 2013, he was
What does the name Rajesh mean?+
The name Rajesh means "A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.. Etymology: From king + God, the ultimate power.". It is of Indian origin.
When was Rajesh Khanna born?+
Rajesh Khanna was born on December 29, 1942.
When did Rajesh Khanna die?+
Rajesh Khanna died in 2012, at approximately 70 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.. Etymology: From king + God, the ultimate power.
The name Rajesh is of Indian origin, meaning "A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.. Etymology: From king + God, the ultimate power.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Rajesh — December 29, 1942
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Ahau
Sun — enlightenment, ascension, mastery
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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Wrote a character thinking of you. The role found its way back.
— a screenwriter
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