Sachin Pilgaonkar: From Child Prodigy to 80s Cult Icon with Nadiya Ke Paar

• Sachin Pilgaonkar won his first National Film Award at just five years old for his debut Marathi film Ha Maza Marg Ekla (1963).
• He received another National Film Award for Ajab Tujhe Sarkar, establishing himself as a child prodigy.
• Pilgaonkar worked alongside legends like Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar, and Amitabh Bachchan, appearing in films such as Sholay, Trishul, and Satte Pe Satta.
• His career-defining role came in 1982 with the cult classic Nadiya Ke Paar, where he played the beloved character Chandan.
• Nadiya Ke Paar cemented his status as an 80s icon, showcasing his talent and enduring appeal across decades.