Sanjay Dutt

Biography

Sanjay Dutt Biography

• Full Name: Sanjay Balraj Dutt
• Date of Birth: 29 July 1959
• Place of Birth: Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India

Family Background

• Father: Sunil Dutt (renowned actor and politician)
• Mother: Nargis Dutt (legendary actress)
• Spouse: Manyata Dutt (married in 2008)
• Children: Trishala Dutt (adopted), Shahraan Dutt, and Iqra Dutt

Early Life and Debut

Sanjay Dutt, son of legendary actors Nargis and Sunil Dutt, made his Bollywood debut with Rocky (1981), which became a box office hit.

Rise as a Superstar

He quickly emerged as a versatile actor, known both as a sensitive performer and a top action hero of the 80s and 90s. Sanjay also gained acclaim for his comedic roles, proving his range in Bollywood cinema.

Personal Struggles

Sanjay faced challenges in his personal life, including drug problems and the tragic loss of his first wife, Richa Sharma, to cancer. He was also arrested for possessing illegal weapons and spent time in prison.

Comeback and Success

After his release, Sanjay made a strong comeback with three consecutive hits:

• Daag: The Fire (1999)
• Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999)
• Vaastav: The Reality (1999)

His performance in Vaastav earned him numerous Best Actor awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.

Notable Films

• He continued to shine with major hits such as:
• Mission Kashmir (2000)
• Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. (2003)
• Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006)
• These roles further solidified his place as one of Bollywood’s most beloved actors.

Biopic and Legacy

• Sanjay Dutt’s life story was brought to the big screen in the biopic Sanju (2018), which became a major success.
• He is also known for his friendships with director Sanjay Gupta, actors Aditya Pancholi, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Suniel Shetty, who frequently collaborate with him in films.

Family Connections

Sanjay’s sister is married to Kumar Gaurav, a one-hit wonder of the 80s who starred with Sanjay in Naam (1986). Sanjay’s performance contributed significantly to the film’s success, marking a turning point in his career.