Viju Khote
Viju Khote (17 December 1941 – 30 September 2019) was an Indian actor. He was known for his work in more than 300 movies in Hindi and Marathi cinema. He was known for his role as Kalia in the movie Sholay.[2][3] He also starred as Robert in movie Andaz Apna Apna and on the television series Zabaan Sambhalke (1993).[4] He had also acted in Marathi theatre over the years.[5] He was born in Bombay.
Viju Khote | |
|---|---|
 Viju Khote in June 2013 | |
| Born | Vittal Bapurao Khote 17 December 1941 |
| Died | 30 September 2019 (aged 77)[1] |
| Nationality | India |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Family | Durga Khote (aunt) Shubha Khote (sister) Bhavana Balsavar (niece) |
Khote died on 30 September 2019 at his Mumbai home due to multiple organ failure at the age of 77.[6]
Selected filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Jaane Kyun De Yaaron | Biju Khote |
| 2017 | Jeeney Bhi Do Yaaron (JBDY)[7] (Web Series) | Ganpat Sharma (Dadaji) |
| 2016 | Ventilator | Shirish Appa |
| 2013 | Club 60 | |
| 2010 | Golmaal 3 | Shambu Kaka |
| 2010 | Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge | Himself |
| 2009 | Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani | Robert |
| 2009 | Paying Guest | |
| 2009 | Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge | Financer |
| 2008 | Money Hai Toh Honey Hai | Jaiswal's Doctor |
| 2008 | Khushboo | |
| 2008 | Halla Bol | Mangesh |
| 2006 | Family - Ties of Blood | |
| 2005 | Viruddh... Family Comes First' | Politician |
| 2005 | Pehchaan: The Face of Truth | Mamaji |
| 2005 | Garam Masala | Mac & Sam's boss |
| 2005 | Khullam Khulla Pyaar Karen | Ratilal |
| 2005 | Insan | Real Estate Agent |
| 2004 | Uttarayan | Babu Borkar |
| 2002 | Shararat | Keshav Deshpande |
| 2001 | Aamdani Atthanni Kharcha Rupaiya | |
| 2000 | Khiladi 420 | Nadkarni |
| 2000 | Aaghaaz | Deshpande |
| 2000 | Hadh Kar Di Aapne | Khanna's employee |
| 2000 | Pukar | Dayanand Hawasti |
| 2000 | Mela | Patil Rao |
| 1998 | China Gate | Ghanshyam |
| 1994 | Aag | Village Doctor |
| 1994 | Jai Kishen | Havaldar Shevde |
| 1994 | Andaz Apna Apna | Robert |
| 1994 | Janam Se Pehle | Teerat Ram (Spy) |
| 1994 | Prem Shakti | Kewalchand's Manager |
| 1994 | Beta Ho To Aisa | Poojary |
| 1993 | Aashik Awara | Kasturilal |
| 1991 | Banjaran | Bujangji Maharaj |
| 1991 | Dancer | Dhasukh Ghotale |
| 1991 | Do Matwale | Cottage Keeper |
| 1991 | Karz Chukana Hai | Gama Pahelwan |
| 1991 | Afsana Pyar Ka | Gurumurthy (Physics Prof.) |
| 1991 | Benaam Badsha | Guard |
| 1990 | Kafan | |
| 1989 | Na Insaafi | |
| 1988 | Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak | Maan Singh |
| 1988 | Dariya Dil | |
| 1988 | Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi | Bali |
| 1988 | Saglikade Bombabomb | Kingpong |
| 1986 | Nagina | Singh |
| 1986 | Naache Mayuri | |
| 1984 | Andar Baahar | Bartender |
| 1984 | Jhutha Sach | Custom Officer (song "Loot Gayi") |
| 1984 | Phulwari | Horse-riding trainer |
| 1984 | Hum Hain Lajawaab | Creditor |
| 1981 | Panch Qaidy | Daku |
| 1980 | Karz | Baiyan (Kabir's left) |
| 1980 | Jal Mahal | |
| 1980 | Qurbani | Vikram's man |
| 1979 | Aaitya Bilavar Nagoba | |
| 1976 | Tapasya | Gopi |
| 1975 | Sholay | Kaalia |
| 1974 | Insaaniyat | Circus employee |
| 1974 | Jurm Aur Sazaa | |
| 1974 | Benaam | |
| 1973 | Jalte Badan | |
| 1973 | Shareef Budmaash | Prisoner |
| 1972 | Raampur Ka Lakshman | Michael |
| 1970 | Ganwaar | Villager |
| 1970 | Pagla Kahin Ka | |
| 1969 | Jeene Ki Raah | Raghunandan - Sudha's prospective groom |
| 1968 | Anokhi Raat | Idle bandit |
| 1964 | Ya Malak |
Viju Khote Media
Viju Khote with his sister Shubha Khote
References
- ↑ "Veteran actor Viju Khote dies, best known as Kalia from Sholay". Hindustan Times. 30 September 2019.
- ↑ Remembering 'Sholay' I. IBN Live. 2 August 2010. http://ibnlive.in.com/news/remembering-sholay-i/128052-8.html. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
- ↑ Kaalia talks to Avijit Ghosh, The Times of India
- ↑ Last-ditch efforts to save Bharatmata. The Indian Express. 7 September 2002. http://cities.expressindia.com/fullstory.php?newsid=28754.[dead link]
- ↑ No go for the old and the male in soap land? 1 February 2003.
- ↑ "Veteran actor Viju Khote, who played Kalia in 'Sholay', passes away at 77". The Economic Times. 30 September 2019.
- ↑ "Trailer Jeene Bhi Do Yaaron" – via www.youtube.com.
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