Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 26/01/1943 |
| Age | 83 years |
| Birthplace | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Latest News about Anil Rastogi
01/07/2026
Veteran theatre artiste and actor Anil Rastogi, aged 83, was conferred the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. This prestigious award marks another milestone in his six-decade-long journey in the performing arts, recognizing his immense contribution to theatre, television, and cinema since his birth in 1943 in Lucknow.
01/01/2025
Anil Rastogi received the Kavishala Lifetime Achievement Award in 2025, honoring his extraordinary dedication to the arts over more than 60 years. The award celebrated his prolific career spanning over 100 stage plays, 70 films, and numerous television and OTT appearances, solidifying his status as a legendary figure in Indian performing arts.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Anil Kumar Rastogi |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Weight | 70 kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | University of Lucknow, Lucknow |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Hobbies | Reading |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
Family
| Spouse | Sudha Rastogi | ||||
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| Children | Anurag Rastogi | ||||
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| Siblings | Chandra Kishore Rastogi |
Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Anil Rastogi began his acting journey in 1989 as SSP Bashir Ahmed in 'Udaan.' | |
| 2. Before his entertainment career, he was a Scientist at the Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow. | |
| 3. Since the 1970s, he has served as the secretary of Darpan Theatre in Lucknow. | |
| 4. By 2018, Anil Rastogi had participated in more than 800 theatre productions including 'Panchhi Jaa, Panchhi Aa', 'Rustam Sohrab', and 'Taj Mahal Ka Tender.' | |
| 5. In 2018, he portrayed Indian politician 'Shivraj Patil' in 'The Accidental Prime Minister.' | |
| 6. Anil Rastogi is skilled in languages such as Hindi, Urdu, English, and German. | |
| 7. He has completed 100 stage plays, acted in more than 70 films, worked in 12 OTT series, and appeared in nearly 500 television episodes. | |
| 8. He has been active in theatre for 64 years, radio for 54 years, television for 49 years, and films for 39 years. | |
| 9. He runs the Hari Om Seva Kendra with his brother, providing medical assistance to the poor and needy for 27 years. | |
| 10. He joined CDRI in 1962 as Junior Research Fellow and retired in 2003 as Head of Biochemistry and Director's Grade Scientist. | |
| 11. He is a Fellow of the National Academy of Sciences of India. | |
| 12. He authored around 100 peer-reviewed papers and guided numerous doctoral and medical students. |