Question
Who is known in India as the 'Bharat Kumar'?
Solution
Legendary actor-director Manoj Kumar, beloved for his patriotic roles in Indian cinema, has passed away in Mumbai at age 87 due to heart and liver complications. After starting his career with minor roles in the late 1950s, he rose to prominence with "Hariyali Aur Rasta" (1962) and later directed acclaimed patriotic films like "Upkar" (1967), "Purab Aur Paschim" (1970), and "Kranti" (1981), earning him the affectionate title "Bharat Kumar" for his nationalistic portrayals.
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