Farooq Shaikh

Acting

Farooq Shaikh

Born March 25, 1948 · Amroli, Surat, India

Died December 28, 2013 · aged 65

Farooq Sheikh was an Indian actor, philanthropist and television presenter. He was best known for his work in Hindi films from 1973 to 1993 and for his work in television between 1988 and 2002. He returned to acting in films in 2008 and continued to do so until his death on 28 December 2013.

Known For

Yeh Jawaani Hai DeewaniYeh Jawaani Hai Deewani · 2013
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
7.32013
MovieRomanceComedy
On a trekking trip, an introverted Naina falls for a charming ex-classmate, whose thirst for adventure drives them apart. Years later, their paths cross again.
The Chess PlayersThe Chess Players · 1977
The Chess Players
7.01977
MovieDrama
In the year 1856, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the King of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British intend to control this rich land and send General Outram to clear way for an annexation. Pressure is mounting amidst intrigue and political maneuvers, but the Nawab whiles away his time in pursuit of pleasure and religious practice. The court is of no help either — noblemen Mir and Mirza ignore all duties and spend their days playing endless games of chess.
Maya MemsaabMaya Memsaab · 1993
Maya Memsaab
5.71993
MovieDramaMystery
A frustrated housewife whose marriage to an average man does not meet her expectations enters into an affair with a younger man. Of course, there are no easy escapes from reality.
Peechha KarroPeechha Karro · 1986
Peechha Karro
9.01986
MovieComedyThriller
Giri Haridhara (Satish Shah) and Hari Giridhara (Ravi Baswani ) are two bumbling detectives, who believe that Brigadier (Amjad Khan) is leaking defense secrets to enemy countries. Vijay (Farooque Shaikh) is in love with Brigadier’s daughter Roma. Vijay is the son of Kandha Raam (Rajendranath) who is a mortician. Vijay disguises himself as his father and goes to meet Amjad Khan to fix his alliance with Roma. Giri Haridhara and Hari Giridhara come to know of this secret and use this as a weapon to blackmail him to spy on the Brigadier. What ensues is complete hilarity.
Chashme BuddoorChashme Buddoor · 1981
Chashme Buddoor
7.51981
MovieComedyRomance
Womanizing slackers Omi and Jai attempt to woo the new girl in the neighborhood, and fail - miserably. Their third roommate - shy, and a bookworm - succeeds, much to their chagrin. The two scheme up comical ideas to split the two lovebirds, so that their secrets and humiliation are not revealed.
BazaarBazaar · 1982
Bazaar
7.41982
MovieDrama
Najma cannot marry Akhtar until he is financially stable. An elderly Shakir promises to help Akhtar set up his business in exchange for Najma finding a suitable bride for him
NoorieNoorie · 1979
Noorie
7.01979
MovieRomance
Noorie lives in the Bhaderwah valleys with her father, Ghulam Nabi and her dog Khairoo, she has a boyfriend Yusuf, they decide to get married, the date is decided and preparations begin. But fate had something else in store. As another villager Bashir Khan takes a liking to Noorie and approaches Noorie's father for her hand, to which Ghulam Nabi refuses.
FaasleFaasle · 1985
Faasle
8.01985
MovieDramaFamily
Vijay and Chandni are in love. Her father does not approve.

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