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Sanjay Jog
Indian actor (1955–1995) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Sanjay Jog (24 September 1955– 27 November 1995)[2] was an Indian Marathi language film actor who appeared in Marathi, Gujarati and Hindi films and television series. Known for his performance in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan and Luv Kush, Jog started his career with Marathi film Sapla in 1975.[3]
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Early and personal life
Jog was born on 24 September 1955 in Nagpur, Maharashtra. He was a farmer before started his career as an actor.[4] He was married to Neeta Jog in 1979. He had two children, including Ranjeet Jog.[5][6]
Career
Jog's first movie Sapla released in 1975 but it didn't do well, so he went back to Nagpur and started farming. During a work trip to Mumbai, he got offered a lead role in the Marathi film Zidd, which turned out to be a hit. This success led to a flourishing career with around 30 Marathi films and some work in Gujarati films.[7]
Jog started his Bollywood journey with Apna Ghar and went on to act in films like Jigarwala, Humshakal, Naseebwala, and Beta Ho To Aisa. His last film was Beta Ho To Aisa released in 1994. Jog also made a mark on TV with his debut in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan, gaining popularity for his role as Bharat.[8] Interestingly, he was initially offered the role of Lakshman but had to decline due to scheduling conflicts, eventually taking on the role of Bharat.[9]
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Filmography
Films
Television
Death
Jog died in Mumbai on 27 November 1995 due to liver ailment.[11]
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