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Iftikhar: Painter to Iconic Cop, 400+ Films, Played Police Officer 75 Times

The actor passed away in February 1995. (Representative Image)

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News18•10-03-2026, 16:16

Iftikhar: Painter to Iconic Cop, 400+ Films, Played Police Officer 75 Times

•Veteran actor Iftikhar Ahmed Sharif, known as Iftikhar, starred in over 400 films between 1937 and 1994.
•He famously portrayed a police officer more than 75 times, becoming synonymous with the role in Hindi cinema.
•Initially, Iftikhar pursued painting, earning a diploma from Lucknow College of Arts, before his acting career.
•His iconic cop roles include films like Don, Zanjeer, and Deewaar, cementing his screen persona.
•He passed away in February 1995 after a paralytic stroke, leaving a lasting impact on Indian cinema.

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