Prime Minister Narendra Modi is ‘deeply sad’ by the death of veteran actor Manoj Kumar. Ator-Filmekar died at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai on Friday. He was 87 years old. PM Modi mourned death with Hardik Note on social media.

“Deeply sad Pass of legendary actor and filmmaker Mr. Manoj Kumar Yes. It was an icon in Indian cinema, especially remembered for his patriotism, which was also reflected in his films. Manoj ji’s actions ignited the spirit of national pride and will continue to inspire generations. My views are with his family and fans in this hour of grief. Om Shanti (SIC), “PM Modi wrote.

Recalling his legacy and contribution to Indian cinema, he shared two throbac photos with an experienced filmmaker.

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh also mourned the death of Manoj Kumar in a post on X.

“Mr. Manoj Kumar ji was a versatile actor, who was always remembered for making patriotic films. Popularly known as ‘Bharat Kumar’, who enriched his unforgettable performances in films like ‘Upkar’, ‘Purab and Paschim’ and has agreed to his cinema. Shanti (SIC), he wrote.

Manoj Kumar was known for his patriotic filmsSome of his hit films include Purba and Paschim, Kranti and Roti, Capada and Houses, some of which are named.

His films earned him Monikar, ‘Bharat Kumar’. Kumar was the recipient of a National Film Award and Seven Filmfare Awards.

Kumar was born in 1937 as Harikrishnan Giri Goswami in Abbotabad, which is now in Pakistan. Abbottabad is a small city in the northwest border province, British India (now Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan). He and his family moved to Delhi during partition. She made her Bollywood debut in 1957 with film, fashion. However, this was his film, glass doll, which gave him the first break in the industry.