Salim Ghouse

Actor

Indian Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth10/01/1952
Age70 years (died on 28, Apr, 2022)
BirthplaceChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Date of Death28/04/2022

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameSalim Ahmad Ghouse

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolChristchurch School
College/University
  • Presidency College
  • Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)
EducationGraduate of the Film and Television Institute of India, PhD in Martial Arts

Personal Life

Religion/Religious ViewsMulti-religious

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Wife/SpouseAnita Salim (Actor)
Children
  • Aaryama Salim (an actor by profession)
  • Athena Roxanne

Family

FatherMuslim father
MotherChristian mother
SpouseAnita Salim (Actor)
Children
  • Aaryama Salim (an actor by profession)
  • Athena Roxanne

Career

Debut
FilmManthan: The Churning (1976)
TVYeh Jo Hai Zindagi (1984)
DubbingThe Lion King (1995)
Last FilmKa: The Forest (2018)
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • NDTV Outstanding Voice of the Year, 2004 & 2005 for Feature Film Dubbing in Hindi
  • Martial Arts & Healing 'Hanshi' 9th Dan Black Belt
  • Appointed as Grand Master in Martial Arts & Healing Sciences - Okinawa, Japan, China & India
Famous ForBharat Ek Khoj (1988 TV Series); as Krishna, Rama, Tipu Sultan and Ramaraya
Notable Films
  • Koyla
  • Thiruda Thiruda
  • Vettri Vizha (1989)
  • Chinna Gounder (1992)
  • Amaran (1992)
Notable TV Series
  • Subah
  • Bharat Ek Khoj (1988)
  • Wagle Ki Duniya

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Salim Ghouse was a veteran actor in Indian cinema, recognized for his roles in Hindi, English, and South Indian films and TV series.
2. In addition to his acting, he was a theater director and a skilled martial artist.
3. He passed away on 28 April 2022 following a cardiac arrest.
4. His passion for acting began early in his life, leading him to receive training at the Film and Television Institute of India.
5. Throughout his career, he directed plays and appeared in a variety of movies and television programs.
6. He founded his own theater group known as The Phoenix Players.
7. With a red belt, he was a third-degree martial artist.
8. Known for his remarkable memory, he could flawlessly deliver dialogues without the need for retakes.
9. Salim Ghouse was distinguished for his inquiries into the concept of God and his quest for personal understanding.
10. He participated in numerous renowned theater productions and collaborated with family members in his theater group.
11. He was trained in Kalaripayattu and Karate, incorporating martial arts discipline into his performances.
12. He provided voice dubbing for Leonidas in the Hindi version of 300.
13. He was fluent in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam.
14. He was known for his intense villainous roles across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam films.
15. His imposing screen presence, baritone voice, and fierce eyes made him a preferred choice for negative roles.
16. He directed plays including The Merchant of Venice, Hamlet, and Macbeth.
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