om puri popular villain struggling days washed cups and glasses at tea shop


Om Puri Struggle: Actor Om Puri, who is included in the list of top villains of Bollywood, has made his own identity in the industry. Fans still remember his acting. Om Puri earned a lot of fame. But do you know that the actor has faced a lot of struggle since childhood.

Worked at a tea shop

According to a report in the Times of India, Om Puri struggled since the age of 7. His father was accused of theft and went to jail. During this time, he washed cups and glasses at a tea stall.

father went to jail

Let us tell you that his father used to work in the railways. During this time, he was accused of stealing cement and had to go to jail. Om Puri has also worked as a coal collector from the railway tracks in poverty. When he was thrown out of the house, he used to earn his living by giving tuitions. Despite so much struggle, he continued his studies.


In his childhood, he wanted to become a soldier. But gradually his inclination towards acting increased. His Punjabi play Anhoni was highly appreciated in college. After this, he got an invitation to join the theatre group. While doing theatre, he used to get Rs 150 every month. He also participated in the National School of Drama by raising money.

Om Puri was seen in these films
Om Puri has done films like Chor Machaye Shor, Chachi 420, Hera Pheri, Deewane Hue Paagal, Aakrosh, Sparsh, Kalyug, Gandhi, Disco Dancer, Gumnaam Hai Koi, Mandi, Ghayal, Meena Bazaar, Chup, Aastha, Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha, Kranti, Chor Machaye Shor, I have seen you somewhere before, Chup Chup Ke, Dhol, Yaariyan, Welcome, Mere Baap Pehle Aap, Kismat Connection, Singh Is King.

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