Sanjay Dutt is celebrating his birthday today. Sanjay Dutt is one of the most popular actors of our nation.
Sanjay Dutt nails each and every role with perfection. He has proved his versatility by doing different kinds of roles. He has been a part of the industry for over 5 decades and has given many memorable films and performances.
On this very special day, have a look at some of Sanjay Dutt’s top films below:
1] Munna Bhai MBBS (2003)
Munna Bhai MBBS proved to be Sanjay Dutt’s Career Best Performance and Career Best Film till date. Sanjay Dutt’s career is divided in two parts, one before Munna Bhai MBBS and one after Munna Bhai MBBS. This is the most loved film of Sanjay Dutt till date. Rajkumar Hirani made a solid Masterpiece which proved to be a landmark film in Sanjay Dutt’s career. Sanjay Dutt as Murali Prasad Sharma aka Munna Bhai remains one of the most iconic characters in Indian Cinema. Sanjay Dutt plays the role of a goon who sets out to fulfill his father’s wish of becoming a doctor.
2] Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006)
The best sequel ever made in the history of Indian Cinema. Munna Bhai and Gangs Of Wasseypur are the only series whose both the parts have turned out to be Classics. Sanjay Dutt returned as Munna Bhai and won our hearts once again. The film was directed by Greatest Indian Director Rajkumar Hirani. Lage Raho Munna Bhai had a typical Hirani trademark with a powerful message which changed the perspective of the society. This is Sanjay Dutt’s 2nd Best film. Lage Raho Munna Bhai was a huge blockbuster at the Box Office.
3] Vaastav (1999)
Vaastav was the 1st Classic film of Sanjay Dutt. Mahesh Manjrekar made his debut as a director with Vaastav and made a solid film. Sanjay Dutt as Raghu remains one of his best performances. Sanjay Dutt plays the role of an ordinary person turning into a gangster. This is one of the best films made based on the underworld. The film took Sanjay Dutt to another level after its release.
4] Agneepath (2012)
Agneepath was a remake of the Amitabh Bachchan starrer Agneepath (1990). Sanjay Dutt played the role of evil Kancha Cheena. Sanjay Dutt played the role of Kancha Cheena even better than Danny Denzongpa who played the role of Kancha in the original. Sanjay Dutt never looked so deadly, evil and dangerous before. He was the best performer in Agneepath. The film at the time of its release proved to be the highest Bollywood opener of all time. The film also had Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles. The film had a chartbuster music album.
5] Khalnayak (1993)
Khalnayak proved to be a game changing film for Sanjay Dutt in early 90s. Sanjay Dutt as criminal Balu remains one of his most iconic acts. The film emerged as a blockbuster and was 2nd highest grossing film of the year. The film had a chartbuster music album. The film also had Madhuri Dixit and Jackie Shroff in the lead roles. The film was directed by Subhash Ghai. Sanjay Dutt proved his acting skills with Khalnayak and delivered one of the deadliest performances.
6] Dhamaal (2007)
Sanjay Dutt proved his comic timing with Indra Kumar’s comedy film Dhamaal. Dhamaal is one of the most loved comedy films of all time. Dhamaal is Indra Kumar’s best film till date. Dhamaal had everything which entertained the audience by giving them a good message. Sanjay Dutt plays the role of a police officer. Sanjay Dutt’s performance was highly appreciated. The film also had Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Aashish Chaudhary and Javed Jaffrey in the lead roles. The film was a commercial success at the Box Office. Dhamaal has gained a cult following over the years and is still loved by many.
7] PK (2014)
Sanjay Dutt collaborated with Rajkumar Hirani for the 3rd time and delivered 3rd Classic in a row. PK marked the 1st collaboration between Aamir Khan and Sanjay Dutt. PK emerged as an All Time Grosser and became the 1st film to cross 300 cr at the Box Office. Sanjay Dutt had a short role but it created a huge impact and made the audience laugh out to their fullest. PK has Anushka Sharma playing the leading lady. PK changed the perspective of society with its hard hitting and socially powerful message.
Sanjay Dutt has an interesting line-up of films. In Bollywood he has films like Jawan (cameo), Baap, Welcome 3, Hera Pheri 3, The Virgin Tree and an untitled film with Arshad Warsi.
We at Film Window wish Sanjay Dutt a very Happy Birthday and a successful year ahead.
