Archive · 20 May 2025
Suresh Oberoi's Journey: From Radio to Bollywood Stardom
Suresh Oberoi, a well-known actor in Bollywood, shared his story of how he got started.
As a child, he loved performing, starting with radio shows and school plays.
He then learned from mimicking Dev Anand.
This led him to join a theatre group and study at a film institute.
He began his film career with 'Jeevan Mukt' and had lead roles in some movies.
He acted in different types of roles in successful films, and he got nominated for awards, with 'Laawaris' as one of his biggest achievements.
He is also known for his role in 'Awaaz'.
Suresh Oberoi began his acting journey at age seven, participating in radio shows and school plays.
He later mimicked Dev Anand and joined a theatre group after college.
Oberoi gained entry into radio shows and stage plays, eventually attending the Film and Television Institute of India.
His debut film was 'Jeevan Mukt' in 1977, followed by lead roles in 'Ek Baar Phir' and character roles in popular films.
'Laawaris' (1981) brought him success and a Filmfare nomination; he is also known for 'Awaaz'.
- Who
- Suresh Oberoi, an actor.
- What
- An account of Suresh Oberoi's career, from childhood radio shows to Bollywood success.
- When
- Began acting at age 7, debuted in 1977.
- Where
- Mumbai, India.
- Why
- To share his journey and experiences in the film industry.
- Early Interest
- Acting since age 7, involved in music, dance, and sports
- Radio Debut
- Appeared on All India Radio children's program
- Training
- Attended the Film and Television Institute of India
- Debut Film
- Jeevan Mukt (1977)
- Breakthrough Film
- Laawaris (1981)
- Notable Role
- Awaaz (1984) as Police Inspector Amit Gupta