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

ToofanToofan · 1989
Toofan
6.11989
Movie
Two brothers (Toofan and Shyam) are separated at birth by their father, a police inspector. One grows up to be a magician, and the other, the legendary Toofan, hero of the poor. His father was falsely accused of stealing millions in gold and Toofan is on a mission to clear his father's name from the police records.
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.
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.
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.
LorieLorie · 1984
Lorie
7.01984
MovieDrama
A woman, depressed that she is unable to bear children, abducts a child, and wants to keep him for her own. The child belongs to a large family consisting of 11 other children.
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
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.

Movies

ToofanToofan · 1989
Toofan
6.11989
Movie
Two brothers (Toofan and Shyam) are separated at birth by their father, a police inspector. One grows up to be a magician, and the other, the legendary Toofan, hero of the poor. His father was falsely accused of stealing millions in gold and Toofan is on a mission to clear his father's name from the police records.
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.
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.
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.
LorieLorie · 1984
Lorie
7.01984
MovieDrama
A woman, depressed that she is unable to bear children, abducts a child, and wants to keep him for her own. The child belongs to a large family consisting of 11 other children.
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
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.
MohabbatMohabbat · 1997
Mohabbat
6.51997
MovieRomance
Rohit and Gaurav become best friends. Both unknowingly fall in love with the same woman.
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.
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.
MohiniMohini · 1995
Mohini
1995
Movie
Mohini is raped and her boyfriend Rawmen is killed. How will Indian society view her?
Biwi Ho To AisiBiwi Ho To Aisi · 1988
Biwi Ho To Aisi
6.11988
MovieComedyDrama
Suraj secretly marries village belle Shalu against his domineering mother Kamla's wishes. In a bid to get rid of Shalu, Kamla frames her and accuses her of stealing jewellery and money.
ShanghaiShanghai · 2012
Shanghai
6.82012
MovieThrillerCrime
Prime leader of a campaign against a big government project is killed in what appears to be a road accident. An IAS officer is ordered to probe the incident and the veils of falsehood begin to drop.
GamanGaman · 1978
Gaman
7.21978
MovieDrama
Despite their determination and effort, two working class friends in Bombay struggle to improve their lives.
AnjumanAnjuman · 1986
Anjuman
10.01986
MovieDrama
A young woman leads impoverished chikan embroidery workers in Lucknow in a strike against the greedy wholesalers who exploit them.
YoungistaanYoungistaan · 2014
Youngistaan
5.02014
MovieDramaRomance
Abhimanyu Kaul - a young, independent, Games Developer, living in Japan and the love of his life, Anwita Chauhan - a bubbly, passionate and full of life, summer intern. Their happy and content life faces the test of time, when blood ties and the pressure of being born into the first family of India tears a young Abhimanyu between his love for Anwita and a promise made to his dying father, the Prime Minister of India. Being a public figure, by reluctantly accepting to represent the governing party, much against his own wishes and at the cost of his private life, is a double-edged sword that Abhimanyu must walk on.
KathaKatha · 1982
Katha
5.31982
MovieComedyDrama
A modern retelling of the classic folktale about the hare and the tortoise. Hard-working yet timid Rajaram has a secret crush on his neighbor. Before he gets the courage to tell her how he feels, fast-talking Bashu swoops in.
Club 60Club 60 · 2013
Club 60
2013
MovieDrama
CLUB 60 is about Letting Go after spending the required time in grieving for the loss of a loved one. But what is the required time-frame to grieve? And is it right to always stay in a grieving position? What about the people around you, who are also hurting because of your grieving? And does grieving endlessly really help the one who is gone away? Club 60 is also about embracing life, post 60.
Saath SaathSaath Saath · 1982
Saath Saath
8.51982
MovieComedyRomance
The story is about a simple man with high moral values. Avinash (Farookh Shekh) is a poor but self respected guy. His policy is to earn while you learn. He excels in his studies and wishes for an idealistic society to live in. He wants to change the world with truth and simplicity. Movie has beautiful Gazals from Jagjit Singh and Chitra Singh
Listen... AmayaListen... Amaya · 2013
Listen... Amaya
7.02013
MovieDrama
Fiery 22-year old writer Amaya struggles to balance working life with family life after finding out that her mom is dating her current collaborator at work.
Mera DamadMera Damad · 1985
Mera Damad
4.51985
MovieComedyDrama
Utpal Dutt stars as Chaudhry, a landowner who comes to town looking to get his daughter Sunita (Zarina Wahab) married to the son of his childhood friend Khanna. Khanna's son, Jai (Farooque Shaikh), isn't interested in marrying anyone, but his determined father nonetheless plans a trip to Chaudhry's village for Jai, hoping things will work out. What ensues is a hilarious comedy of errors.
Garm HavaGarm Hava · 1973
Garm Hava
7.01973
MovieDrama
In post-Partition India, a Muslim businessman and his family struggle for their rights in a country which was once their own.
Children of WarChildren of War · 2014
Children of War
4.72014
MovieDramaHistory
Children of War is a movie based on the true events of the 1971 Genocide. Can we, in search of power, become animals? A genocide; neglected! The first use of rape as a weapon of war; undocumented! The lives of millions; unaccounted! The culprits; unpunished!

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