Sushant Singh Rajput
Indian actor with notable film roles
Career started in television with the show 'Pavitra Rishta'. Transitioned to films and gained prominence through performances in movies like 'M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story', portraying the famous cricketer. Other notable films include 'Chhichhore' and 'Kedarnath', showcasing versatility in roles. Received several awards for acting, including the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
Starred in 'M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story'
Featured in 'Chhichhore'
Acted in 'Kedarnath'
Won Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut
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Soviet cosmonaut and space traveler
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January 21st, 1930 96 years ago
Died
1990 36 years ago — 60 years old
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French sprinter with Olympic appearances
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January 21st, 1939 87 years ago
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2022 4 years ago — 83 years old
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Born
January 21st, 1940 86 years ago
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American dancer and choreographer
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January 21st, 1939 87 years ago
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Model and actress, featured in films
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January 21st, 1988 38 years ago
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Born
January 21st, 1995 31 years ago
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Australian geneticist and academic
Born
November 10th, 1940 85 years ago
Died
June 14th, 2015 10 years ago — 74 years old
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General and fighter pilot, WWII veteran
Born
July 14th, 1922 103 years ago
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Born
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Japanese samurai and general
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1522 504 years ago
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