Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 13/05/1950 |
| Age | 76 years |
| Birthplace | Ludhiana, Punjab, India |
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Bio/Wiki
| Avtar Gill is a seasoned Indian actor known for his extensive work in Hindi and Punjabi cinema and popular television shows. | |
| Born in Ludhiana, Punjab, he moved to Chembur, Mumbai, with his family at the age of 40 days. | |
| He is a National Excellence Award recipient (2016) by the Government of India. | |
| Known for his iconic role as Kader Bhai in the TV series 'Nukkad' (1986-87). | |
| He has appeared in over 130 films as of 2023, including notable works like 'Mr. India', 'Ganga Jamuna', and 'Ardh Satya'. | |
| His first Hindi film was 'Noorie' (1979), produced by Yash Chopra Productions. | |
| He began his career in theatre, earning Rs. 10 per play in the early days. | |
| He has performed in plays in multiple languages including Hindi, Punjabi, Marathi, and English. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Weight | 75 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper (Semi-Bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Khalsa College, Matunga, Mumbai |
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| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Other Education | Agriculture Sciences, Business |
Personal Life
| Religion | Sikhism |
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| Hobbies | Reading Punjabi and Hindi Novels and poetry |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Lorry Driver |
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| Siblings | Brother: Kuljinder Singh aka Pinky Gill (Assistant Director), Sister(s): 2 |
| Spouse | Parminder Gill |
| Children | He has a son and a daughter |
Career
| Debut |
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| Award | National Excellence Award 2016 by Government of India with Alma Group | ||||
| Notable Works |
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Favourites
| Actor(s) | Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Paresh Rawal, Naseeruddin Shah |
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| Writer(s) | Surjit Patar, Shiv Kumar Batalvi |
| Film(s) | Ganga Jamuna (1961), Mughal-e-Azam (1960) |
| Singer | Gurdas Maan |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Avtar Gill is a seasoned Indian actor known for his work in Hindi and Punjabi cinema. | |
| 2. Born in Punjab, he moved to Chembur, Mumbai, with his family when he was just 40 days old. | |
| 3. His father worked as a lorry driver in Mumbai, while his mother was a homemaker. | |
| 4. Inspired by Dara Singh in his youth, Avtar initially aspired to become a wrestler. | |
| 5. He revealed in an interview that if he hadn't pursued acting, joining the Indian Army was his alternate career choice. | |
| 6. Director Raman Kumar and actor Javed Khan, his college classmates, played pivotal roles in helping Avtar kickstart his acting career. | |
| 7. Avtar began his acting journey with theatre performances, earning Rs. 10 per play in the early days. | |
| 8. His enduring connection with theatre continues to be a source of joy for him. | |
| 9. He has showcased his acting skills in various plays, including 'Wo Lahore' and 'Biwi O Biwi.' | |
| 10. Avtar's first Hindi film, 'Noorie' (1979), was produced by Yash Chopra Productions. | |
| 11. In 1980, he appeared in 'Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai' alongside Naseeruddin Shah and Shabana Azmi. | |
| 12. He gained fame for his role as Kader Bhai in the TV series 'Nukkad' (1986-87). | |
| 13. Avtar has been part of several popular TV shows, such as 'Tara' (1993-1995) and 'Adaalat' (2010). | |
| 14. He has played supporting characters in numerous Hindi films. | |
| 15. In the upcoming Punjabi film 'Mastaney,' scheduled for 2023, Avtar will portray the character of Zaakariya Khan. | |
| 16. Occasionally, he indulges in consuming alcohol. | |
| 17. He has performed in plays in several languages, including Hindi, Punjabi, Marathi, and English. |