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Famous and Renowned Alumni from Updated on: May 1, 2020

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One of the most renowned schools in , the National School of Drama (NSD) is notably known for training youngsters into performing artists. The National School of Drama is one of the foremost theatre training

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. institutions. Established in 1975, NSD is financed by the Ministry of Culture, . Students are not only trained to become actors but understand the entire process in the making. From generating ideas to writing scripts to penning dialogues to bringing the character to life, NSD ensures that the syllabus gives students a wide perspective of art in theatre. The National School of Drama is highly renowned in India. How? Its alumni from different batches have gone on to headline blockbuster movies in India and abroad. There are various actors who we know that have made such impressions which are everlasting and would love to see them act in movies. Here is a list of famous alumni’s from National School of Drama.

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. From the batch of 1973, Naseeruddin Shah, is one of the finest actors in the , as his acting skills have left all intrigued. Naseeruddin Shah has done various movies in different genres and his screen presence always stands apart. The Bollywood veteran has won various awards in the field of cinema and the government has honoured Naseeruddin Shah with the Padma Shri (1983) and the (2003) awards for his contribution to Indian cinema. Naseeruddin Shah Famous Movies A Wednesday (2008) The Dirty Picture (2011) (2010) Sparsh (1980)

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. (1999) (1983) Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyu Finding Fanny (2014) Aata Hai Iqbal (2005) (2008)

Awards won by Naseeruddin Shah Award for IIFA Award for Best Best Actor – 1984 Performance in Negative Role (Masoom) – 2000 (Sarfarosh) National Fim Award for Dubai International Best Actor – 1985 Festival Lifetime Achievement (Paar), 1980 (Sparsh) Award - 2015

Om Puri

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. Another notable alumni from the National School of Drama, and from the same batch of Nassiruddin Shah (1973), , was a renowned actor in the Bollywood industry. Flawless acting and sheer class. Starting his career in acting by debuting in the 1976 Marathi movie Ghashiram Kotwal, Om Puri began his road to stardom. In his 41 years in the industry, Om Puri has bagged various awards and has starred in various blockbuster movies. Other than the big screen, Om Puri has also done TV shows and has also starred in Hollywood movies alongside Tom Hanks and . Om Puri passed away on January 6, 2017. But his presence will forever be

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. echoed through his movies. Om Puri Famous Movies (Bollywood) (1983) Aakrosh (1980) Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro Dirty Politics (2015) (1983) Hera Pheri (2000) Malamaal Weekly (2006) (1987) (2011) (2003) (1996)

Om Puri Famous Movies (Hollywood) The Hundred-Foot Journey East is East (1999) (2014) City of Joy (1992) Charlie Wilson’s War (2007) The Ghost and The Gandhi (1982) Darkness (1996)

Awards Won by Om Puri Filmfare Award for Best National Film Award for Supporting Actor – 1981 Best Actor – 1984 (Ardh (Aakrosh) Satya), 1982 (Arohan)

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. BAFTA Award for Best Filmfare Lifetime Actor in Leading Role Achievement Award - 2009

Piyush Mishra

From the batch of 1986, is now a renowned Indian film and theatre actor, a music director, lyricist, singer and scriptwriter. Other than his on-screen presence, Piyush Mishra is widely known for his acting in theatres and his poetry and his Shayaris which is quite soul-stirring. Piyush Mishra has done a string of cherished and memorable movies which people love to watch over and over again. Piyush Mishra is still quite active in terms of theatre and whenever he is in your city,

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. do not miss it. Piyush Mishra Famous Movies Gulaal (2009) (2012) (2014) Maqbool (2003) Pink (2016) Dil Se (1998) Matrubhoomi (2003) Revolver Rani (2014)

Awards Won by Piyush Mishra Best Actor Award at Winner for Best Dialogue at Julien Dubuque – The International Film Legend of Bhagat Singh Festival - 2014 (The (2002) Playback Singer)

Anupam Kher

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. From the batch of 1978, is one of most notable alumni from the National School of Drama. Anupam Kher is known globally as he has shared the screen with various actors in Bollywood and Hollywood, has bagged various awards and has also been awarded the Padma Shri (2004) and Padma Bhushan (2016). The veteran actor also has his own acting school known as ‘Actor Prepares’. Anupam is the recipient of two and eight . Anupam Kher has also acted in over 500 movies in several languages and several plays. Another amazing fact is that Anupam Kher holds the record for winning the Filmfare Award for Best Comedian five times in total. Other than Bollywood,

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. Anupam Kher has also starred in Hollywood movies. The veteran actor has also held the post of Chairman of Central Board of Film Certification and the National School of Drama. Anupam Kher Famous Movies (Bollywood) A Wednesday (2008) (2013) Maine Gandhi Ko Nahi (2006) Maara (2005) The Accidental Prime Dil (1990) Minister (2019) MS Dhoni: The Untold (1998) Story (2016) Kaho Na Pyaar Hai (2000( Baby (2015)

Anupam Kher Famous Movies (Hollywood) Silver Linings Playbook (2002) (2012) The Big Sick (2017) New Amsterdam (TV Series)

Irrfan Khan

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. From the batch of 1987, was a late bloomer, but ever since he appeared on the big screen, Irrfan took acting altogether to another level. Flawless and effortless. The alumni from NSD has acted in various movies in Bollywood and has also made it big in Hollywood as well. Cited as one of the ‘finest’ actors in India cinema, Irrfan’s career spanned over 30 years which has earned him numerous accolades. In 2011, Irrfan was conferred with the Padma Shri. The greatest ever achievement for Irrfan Khan was his role in Slumdog Millionaire (2008). The movie bagged 8 Oscars. Unfortunately, Irrfan Khan passed away on April 29,

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. 2020. But his impact on the world will forever linger as his movies and dialogues will fondly be rememberd. Irrfan Khan Famous Movies (Bollywood) (2013) Medium (2017) Blackmail (2016) (2015) Paan Singh Tomar (2010) Billu (2009) Maqbool (2003) Talvar (2015) Life in a Metro (2007) Salaam Bombay (1998) Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Meri Jaan (2013) (2008)

Irrfan Khan Famous Movies (Hollywood) The Namesake (2006) Slimdof Millionaire (2008) The Amazing Spider-Man Life of Pi (2012) (2012) Jurassic World (2015) Inferno (2016)

Awards Won by Irrfan Khan Filmfare Award for Best IIFA Award for Best Actor – Actor – 2018 (Hindi 2018 ()

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. Medium) Screen Award for Best National Film Award for Actor – 2017 (Hindi Best Actor – 2013 (Paan Medium), 2013 (Paan Singh Singh Tomar) Tomar) Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Film Critics Award for Performance by a Cast in Best Actor – 2013 (Paan Motion Picture – 2008 Singh Tomar) (Slumdog Millionaire) Screen Award for Best Asian Film Award for Best Actor (Critics) – 2016 Actor – 2014 (Lunchbox) (Piku)

Yashpal Sharma

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. Another well-known alumnus from the National School of Drama is . Known for his villain roles in Bollywood movies, Yashpal Sharma is also highly influential in theatre and does plays from time to time. Yashpal moved to Mumbai in 1997 and got this big catch in 1998 when he starred alongside Jaya Bacchan and in Hazar Chaurasi Ki Maa. But his breakthrough was when he was recognised for his role in the Academy Award-nominated movie (2001). Alongside the big screen, Yashpal has also acted in various soap operas (TV serials)

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. Yashpal Sharma Famous Movies Lagaan (2001) (2003) Ab Tak Chhappan (2004) Singh is Kinng (2008) Apaharan (2005) Tashan (2008) (2012) Amu (2005) Chameli (2003) Dum (2003)

Ratna Pathak Shah

From the batch of 1981, is a well- known and renowned actor in the Bollywood industry who has shared the screen with various actors and has won

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. numerous awards. Known for her movies and TV shows, Ratna Pathak married an alumnus from the National School Drama, Naseeruddin Shah. His introduction is given at the top of the article. Ratna Pathak is an active member of ‘Motley Theatre Group’ and has also acted in several Russian plays. However, Ratna Pathak will fondly be remembered for her role in the TV show . Ratna Pathak Famous Movies Kapoor & Sons (2016) (2016) Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na (2010) (2008) Mirch Masala (1987) The Coffin Maker (2013) (2005) Mandi (1983)

Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. Last but not the least, in the famous alumni from National School of Drama, is a fan favourite, . Nawazuddin is now recognised internationally and most of his have received critical acclaim at International Film Festivals. Nawazuddin has bagged various national and international awards for his performances. Other than movies, Nawazuddin is also a motivational speaker, drawing on his struggles and experiences to inspire the youth. Not every actor gets conferred with the GQ-Men of the Year award, that too twice. From sharing the screen with renowned actors in the industry to starring as the lead in the movies, Nawzuddin will fondly be known for his role as Ganesh Gaitonde in the TV series

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. Sacred Games. Nawazuddin Siddiqui Famous Movies Gangs of Wasseypur (2017) (2012) (2015) Manto (2018) The Lunchbox (2013) Badlapur (2015) Photograph (2019) Raees (2017) Raman Raghav 2.0 (2016) Manjhi (2015) (2015) (2016) Monsson Shootout (2013) Black Friday (2004)

Awards Won by Nawazuddin Siddiqui National Fim Award Filmfare Award for Best (Special Jury Award) – Supporting Actor – 2014 2013 (Talaash, Gangs of (The Lunchbox) Wasseypur) Zee Cine Award for Best Screen Award for Best Performance in a Supporting Actor – 2016 Negative Role – 2016 (Bajrangi Bhaijaan), 2013 (Badlapur) (Talaash)

Disclaimer: This PDF is auto-generated based on the information available on Shiksha as on 05-Jun-2020. IIFA Award for Best Guild Award for Best Actor Supporting Actor – 2018 in a Negative Role – 2016 (Mom) (Badlapur)

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