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Amol Palekar

Amol Palekar is a famous and well-known Indian actor, director and producer. He primarily works in Hindi and Marathi film industry. He has worked in many movies till date. Palekar made his debut in 1971 with the Marathi film Shantata! Court Chalu Aahe.

Early life and Education

Amol Palekar

Amol Palekar was born on 24 November 1944 in Bombay, British India. His Zodiac sign is Sagittarius. He is 78 years old. Palekar completed his primary education from a local school in bombay. After that he took admission in Sir Jamsetjee Jeejebhoy School of Art (Mumbai) to complete a degree in Diploma Course Fine Arts.

Family Details

Amol was born in lower middle class Hindu family.

Father’s nameKamalakar Palekar
Mother’s name Suhasini Palekar
Brother’s nameNot known
Sister’s nameNeelon Palekar, Rekha Palekar, Unnati Palekar

His father used to work in the General Post Office. His mother worked in a private company.

Amol Palekar

Amol got married to Chitra Palekar in 1960. But unfortunately, they got divorced in 2001. Then he married Shandhya Gokhle in 2001. He is blessed with two daughters, Shalmalee and Samiha. Shalmalee is from his ex-wife, while Samiha is from his current wife, Sandhya.

Bio of Amol Palekar

Amol Palekar
Name Amol Palekar
Date of birth 24 November 1944
Age (as of 2022)78 years
Zodiac sign Sagittarius
Hometown Bombay
Eye colorBlack
Hair colorBlack
Height 5’6″
Weight65 kg
ProfessionActing, Director, producer
HobbiesTravelling, Writing
HometownMumbai
Marital status Married

Career

Amol started his career as a theatre artist. He was part of popular plays like Shantata! Court Chalu Aahe, Hayavadana and Adhe Adhure. He is very active in the avant garde theatre in India as an actor, director and producer since 1967. As compared to film industry, his contribution in theatres is more remarkable.

He made his debut with the Marathi film Shantata! Court Chalu Aahe in 1971. After that he appeared in many Marathi movies like Gol Maal and Naram. He has won a Filmfare Award for his amazing performance in the film ‘Gol Maal’. He has also shared screen with Sridevi in a Hindu film, Solva Saawan.

Apart from being an actor, he is also a director. Showing the sensitive character of women and selection of classic stories are his qualities as a director. He has directed several television serials such as Kachchi Dhoop, Mrignayani, Naquab, etc.

Net worth

Amol Palekar

The net worth of Amol is estimated to be about 5- 10 million approx (as of 2022). The primary source of his income comes from acting, TV shows, commercial ads and others.

Some exciting facts about Amol

  • Amol was born and brought up in Bombay.
  • Apart from being an actor he is also a painter.
  • As a painter, he had seven exhibitions and participated in many group shows.
  • He is not much active on social media.
  • On Instagram, he is followed by 5501 people.
  • Amol is a very religious person.

FAQs

Who is Amol Palekar?

Amol Palekar is a famous and well-known Indian actor, director and producer. He primarily works in Hindi and Marathi film industry.

What is the net worth of Amol Palekar?

The net worth of Amol is estimated to be about 5- 10 million approx (as of 2022). The primary source of his income comes from acting, TV shows, commercial ads and others.

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