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Iftekhar Ahmed Sharif: The Painter Who Became Bollywood's Iconic Police Officer in 400 Films

Iftekhar Ahmed Sharif: The Painter Who Became Bollywood's Iconic Police Officer in 400 Films

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News18•11-03-2026, 12:44

Iftekhar Ahmed Sharif: The Painter Who Became Bollywood's Iconic Police Officer in 400 Films

•Iftekhar Ahmed Sharif, a character artist, starred in over 400 films, leaving an indelible mark on Indian cinema.
•Initially a painting diploma holder from Lucknow College of Arts, he entered films aiming to be a singer but became an actor.
•His career spanned nearly five decades from 1937, transitioning from unsuccessful lead roles to iconic supporting characters.
•Gained immense fame for portraying police officers, appearing in over 75 such roles, including 'Zanjeer', 'Deewaar', and 'Don'.
•Despite playing similar roles, he brought unique depth to each, captivating audiences until his passing in 1995.

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