Suresh Chatwal | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1947 |
| Died | 28 May 2016 (aged 68ā69) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1969ā2016 |
| Children | Yaman Chatwal |
Suresh Chatwal was an Indian film actor who has performed in films as well as television serials. He has acted in Hindi films[1] mainly as a supporting actor. He has worked in Films like Mili, Phool Aur Kaante, Kaya Palat,Uphaar, and Munna Bhai MBBS.[2]
Career[edit | edit source]
After getting a break, Chatwal made his acting debut in the year 1969 with "Rakhi Rakhi". and was seen in films like Phool Aur Kaante Karan Arjun, Koyla, and Munna Bhai MBBS.[3] He also portrayed the role of the Commissioner of Police in the popular sitcom F.I.R., where he showcased his strong acting abilities and a natural flair for comic timing. His performance was widely appreciated, with his dialogue delivery and comedic sensibilities contributing significantly to the show's success.
Death[edit | edit source]
He died on 28 May 2016 in Mumbai.[3]
Filmography[edit | edit source]
- Rakhi Rakhi (1969)
- Uphaar (1971)
- Piya Ka Ghar (1972)
- Mere Bhaiya (1972)
- Kunwara Badan (1973)
- Honey Moon (1973)
- Agni Rekha (1973)
- Alingan (1974)
- Mili (1975)
- Aaina (1977)
- Swami (1977 film) (1978)
- Beqasoor[4] (1980)...Shetty
- Sitara (1980)
- Chehre Pe Chehra (1981)
- Be-Shaque (1981)
- Naram Garam (1981)
- Yeh To Kamal Ho Gaya (1982)
- Pyar Ke Rahi (1982) as Inspector Rajan
- Apmaan (1983)
- Kaya Palat (1983)
- Saaheb (1985)
- Paththar[5] (1985) as Investigating Police Officer
- Sheesa (1986)
- Aaj (1987)
- Taqdeer Ka Tamasha (1988)
- Lootera Sultan (1990)
- Thanedaar (1990)
- Indrajeet (1991)
- Phool Aur Kaante (1991)
- Lambu Dada (1992)
- Jaan Se Pyaara (1992)
- Khoon Ka Sindoor (1993)
- Dhartiputra (1993)
- Dil Ki Baazi (1993)
- Dalaal (1993)
- Ganga Aur Ranga (1994)
- Saajan Ki Baahon Mein (1995)
- Karan Arjun (1995)
- Gundaraj (1995)
- Fauji (1995 film)
- Diljale (1996)
- Ziddi (1997 film)
- Koyla (1997)
- Daadagiri (1997)
- Phool Bane Patthar[6] (1998) as Customs Officer Gupta
- Barood[7] (1998) as Sunder
- Pardesi Babu (1998)
- Kya Kehna (2000)
- Karobaar: The Business of Love (2000)
- One 2 Ka 4 (2001)
- Mujhe Meri Biwi Se Bachaao (2001)
- Hawa (2003)
- Munna Bhai M.B.B.S(2003)
- Lakeer (2004)
- Bhola in Bollywood (2004)
- Jo Bole So Nihaal (2005)
- Om Shanti Om (2007)
- Nakshatra (2010)
- Naam 2024 film (2024) (Posthumous Release)
Television[edit | edit source]
| Year | Serial | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Nukkad[8] | Dukhiya | |
| 1988 | Intezaar[8] | tea-stall owner | |
| 1993 | Naya Nukkad | Dukhiya | |
| 1993 | Junoon | Manmohan Dhanraj | |
| 1994 | Tehkikaat | Police Inspector Bhinde | |
| 1998 | "Raja aur Rancho" | Various Characters | |
| 1999 | Grahak Dost[9] | Various characters | |
| 2006ā2015 | F.I.R. | Commissioner Suraj Agnihotri |
References[edit | edit source]
- ā "'FIR' actor Suresh Chatwal no more". The Times of India. Retrieved 3 December 2021.
- ā "Kavita Kaushik remembers actor Suresh Chatwal who passed away a year agoā¦". dnaindia.com. Retrieved 3 December 2021.
- ā 3.0 3.1 "FIR's Commisioner, actor Suresh Chatwal dies after prolonged illness". Hindustan Times. 30 May 2016.
- ā "Beqasoor on Moviebuff.com". Moviebuff.com. Retrieved 29 April 2026.
- ā "Patthar (1985) Cast - Actor, Actress, Director, Producer, Music Director". Cinestaan. Retrieved 11 January 2025.
- ā "Phool Bane Patthar - Movie - - Box Office India". www.boxofficeindia.com. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
- ā "Barood - Movie - - Box Office India". www.boxofficeindia.com. Retrieved 2 December 2024.
- ā 8.0 8.1 Tripathi, Salil (31 March 1988). "Intezaar retains Nukkad's cast but with a different setting". India Today.
- ā Khosla, Mukesh (23 May 1999). "Going bilingual". The Tribune India. Chandigarh. Retrieved 25 April 2023.