Kamaljeet | |
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| Born | Shashi Rekhi |
| Died | 21 November 2000 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Other names | Kamal Jeet, Kamaljit, Kamaljit Singh |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Known for | Son of India, Shagoon |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Priya Rajvansh (sister) |
| Family | Anand family (through sister) |
Kamaljeet (born Shashi Rekhi) was an Indian actor in Hindi language films. His major work includes Son of India and Shagoon (co-starring Waheeda Rehman).
Rekhi married Indian actress Waheeda Rehman in 1974. The couple had a daughter and son – Kashvi and Sohail. [1] [2] [3]
Dev Anand was an Indian actor, writer, director and producer known for his work in Hindi cinema. Anand is considered as one of the greatest and most successful actors in the history of Indian cinema. Through a career that spanned over six decades, he worked in more than 100 films. Anand is a recipient of four Filmfare Awards, including two for Best Actor. The Government of India honoured him with Padma Bhushan, Indian third highest civilian honour in 2001 and with Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2002.
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