Viju Khote
Viju Khote (17 December 1941 – 30 September 2019) was an Indian actor who was known for his work in more than 440 films in Hindi and Marathi cinema. He was famous as the dacoit Kalia in the film Sholay and the dialogue, "Sardar maine aapka namak khaya hai"[2][3] and Robert in movie Andaz Apna Apna with the dialogue "galti se mistake hogaya". On television he was most remembered for his role in Zabaan Sambhalke (1993).[4][5] He also acted in Marathi theatre over the years.[6]
Viju Khote | |
|---|---|
 Viju Khote in June 2013 | |
| Born | Vijay bholanath Khote 17 December 1941 Bombay, Bombay Presidency, British India |
| Died | 30 September 2019 (aged 77)[1] |
| Nationality | India |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Family | Nandu Khote (father) Durga Khote (aunt) Shubha Khote (sister) Bhavana Balsavar (niece) |
Personal life
Viju Khote with his sister Shubha Khote
He was younger brother of actress Shubha Khote by 5 years. Their father Nandu Khote was a noted stage actor and in silent movies, whose sister-in-law was actress Durga Khote.[4]
Khote died on 30 September 2019 at his Mumbai home due to multiple organ failure at the age of 77.[7]
Selected filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Kaamyaab | Himself |
| 2018 | Jaane Kyun De Yaaron | Biju Khote |
| 2017 | Jeeney Bhi Do Yaaron (JBDY)[8] (Web Series) | Ganpat Sharma (Dadaji) |
| 2016 | Ventilator | Shirish Appa |
| 2013 | Club 60 | |
| 2010 | Golmaal 3 | Shambu Kaka |
| 2010 | Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge | Himself |
| 2009 | Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani | Robert |
| 2009 | Paying Guest | |
| 2009 | Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge | Financer |
| 2008 | Money Hai Toh Honey Hai | Jaiswal's Doctor |
| 2008 | Khushboo | |
| 2008 | Halla Bol | Mangesh |
| 2006 | Family - Ties of Blood | |
| 2005 | Viruddh... Family Comes First' | Politician |
| 2005 | Pehchaan: The Face of Truth | Mamaji |
| 2005 | Garam Masala | Mac & Sam's boss |
| 2005 | Khullam Khulla Pyaar Karen | Ratilal |
| 2005 | Insan | Real Estate Agent |
| 2004 | Uttarayan | Babu Borkar |
| 2002 | Shararat | Keshav Deshpande |
| 2001 | Aamdani Atthanni Kharcha Rupaiya | |
| 2000 | Khiladi 420 | Nadkarni |
| 2000 | Aaghaaz | Deshpande |
| 2000 | Hadh Kar Di Aapne | Khanna's employee |
| 2000 | Pukar | Dayanand Hawasti |
| 2000 | Mela | Patil Rao |
| 1998 | China Gate | Ghanshyam |
| 1994 | Aag | Village Doctor |
| 1994 | Jai Kishen | Havaldar Shevde |
| 1994 | Andaz Apna Apna | Robert |
| 1994 | Janam Se Pehle | Teerat Ram (Spy) |
| 1994 | Prem Shakti | Kewalchand's Manager |
| 1994 | Beta Ho To Aisa | Poojary |
| 1993 | Aashik Awara | Kasturilal |
| 1991 | Banjaran | Bujangji Maharaj |
| 1991 | Dancer | Dhasukh Ghotale |
| 1991 | Do Matwale | Cottage Keeper |
| 1991 | Karz Chukana Hai | Gama Pahelwan |
| 1991 | Afsana Pyar Ka | Gurumurthy (Physics Prof.) |
| 1991 | Benaam Badsha | Guard |
| 1990 | Kafan | |
| 1989 | Na Insaafi | |
| 1989 | Abhi To Main Jawan Hoon | |
| 1988 | Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak | Maan Singh |
| 1988 | Dariya Dil | |
| 1988 | Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi | Bali |
| 1988 | Saglikade Bombabomb | Kingpong |
| 1986 | Nagina | Singh |
| 1986 | Naache Mayuri | |
| 1984 | Andar Baahar | Bartender |
| 1984 | Jhutha Sach | Custom Officer (song "Loot Gayi") |
| 1984 | Phulwari | Horse-riding trainer |
| 1984 | Hum Hain Lajawaab | Creditor |
| 1981 | Panch Qaidy | Daku |
| 1980 | Karz | Baiyan (Kabir's left) |
| 1980 | Jal Mahal | |
| 1980 | Qurbani | Vikram's man |
| 1979 | Aaitya Bilavar Nagoba | |
| 1977 | Dulhan wahi jo piya maan bhaye | Traffic Inspector |
| 1976 | Tapasya | Gopi |
| 1975 | Sholay | Kaalia |
| 1974 | Insaaniyat | Circus employee |
| 1974 | Jurm Aur Sazaa | |
| 1974 | Benaam | |
| 1973 | Jalte Badan | |
| 1973 | Shareef Budmaash | Prisoner |
| 1972 | Raampur Ka Lakshman | Michael |
| 1970 | Ganwaar | Villager |
| 1970 | Pagla Kahin Ka | |
| 1969 | Jeene Ki Raah | Raghunandan - Sudha's prospective groom |
| 1968 | Anokhi Raat | Idle bandit |
| 1964 | Ya Malak |
References
- "Veteran actor Viju Khote dies, best known as Kalia from Sholay". Hindustan Times. 30 September 2019.
- "Remembering 'Sholay' I". IBN Live. 2 August 2010.
- Kaalia talks to Avijit Ghosh, The Times of India
- The Forgotten Bollywood bhai-behan Brigade Bollywood Hungama, 9 August 2006.
- "Last-ditch efforts to save Bharatmata". The Indian Express. 7 September 2002.
- No go for the old and the male in soap land? 1 February 2003.
- "Veteran actor Viju Khote, who played Kalia in 'Sholay', passes away at 77". The Economic Times. 30 September 2019.
- "Trailer Jeene Bhi Do Yaaron" – via www.youtube.com.
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