Saawan Kumar Tak
Director

Indian Jaipur, Jaipur State, British India

Quick Info

Profession	Director
Nationality	Indian
Date of Birth	09/08/1936
Age	86 years (died on 25, Aug, 2022)
Birthplace	Jaipur, Jaipur State, British India
Date of Death	25/08/2022

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Bio/Wiki

Saawan Kumar Tak was a versatile Indian filmmaker known for his work as a director, producer, screenwriter, and lyricist in the Bollywood industry.
He directed over 19 films and was celebrated for creating family-friendly box-office winners with emotional storytelling and melodious music.
Tak is often referred to as the 'godfather' of actors Sanjeev Kumar and Mehmood Junior, having played a crucial role in launching their careers.

Physical Stats & More

Height	5’ 6”
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Salt and Pepper

Personal Life

In his final years, Tak lived alone in the Juhu area of Mumbai without his family.
He was estranged from his family and reportedly received financial help of 25,000 rupees from his sister shortly before his death.

Relationships & More

Marital Status (at the time of death)	Separated

Family

Siblings	Three sisters and one brother
Spouse	Usha Khanna (music director)
Children	He had no children

Career

Debut	Film: Gomti Ke Kinare (1972)
Last Film	Saawan... The Love Season (2006)
Notable Films	Saajan Bina Suhagan Souten Souten Ki Beti Sanam Bewafa Bewaffa Se Waffa Naunihal Ab Kya Hoga Chaand Kaa Tukdaa
Awards & Honors	His 1967 film 'Naunihal' received a Presidential mention at the National Awards.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Saawan Kumar Tak was a versatile figure in the Indian film industry, known for his roles as a director, screenwriter, producer, and lyricist.
2. He was behind the success of several popular movies such as Saajan Bina Suhagan, Souten, Souten Ki Beti, Sanam Bewafa, and Bewaffa Se Waffa.
3. Having initially aimed to pursue acting, Saawan Kumar Tak made the move from Jaipur, Rajasthan to Mumbai in 1967 and transitioned into producing films.
4. Referred to as the godfather of Sanjeev Kumar and Mehmood Junior, he played a crucial role in launching their careers in Bollywood.
5. One of his notable directorial achievements was the 1983 film, Souten, which enjoyed significant success in cinemas.
6. Saawan Kumar Tak's filmography also includes Naunihal from 1967, where he christened actor Harihar Jethalal Jariwala as Sanjeev Kumar.
7. In 1972, he directed Gomti Ke Kinare, which marked the final cinematic appearance of the legendary actress Meena Kumari.
8. Additionally, Saawan Kumar Tak shared a personal relationship with Meena Kumari prior to her passing.
9. Apart from his directorial skills, he showcased his talents as a prolific lyricist by composing songs for various movies.
10. Souten (1983) starring Rajesh Khanna was his most famous directorial venture and the first Indian film shot in Mauritius.
11. He began his career as the producer of the 1967 film Naunihal starring Sanjeev Kumar, which received a Presidential mention at the National Awards.
12. Tak penned the breezy chart-topper song 'Shayad meri shaadi ka khayal dil mein aaya hai'.
13. He died at the age of 86 at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai after suffering from lung disease and a cardiac arrest.

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