Sholay, Pushpa 2, Dangal, RRR also failed to break this record of Jitendra’s blockbuster film so far, the film name is…
GH News January 12, 2025 12:06 PM
Jeetendra a legendary actor in Hindi cinema was known for his unique style especially his dance moves. His acting and personality also left a lasting impression. Unlike other stars like Rajesh Khanna Dharmendra and Amitabh Bachchan Jeetendra had a distinctive craze around his films. Not only were his movies loved in India but they also received recognition abroad. One of Jeetendras films from the 1970s even made waves in China while the audiences in India were thoroughly entertained.
Jeetendra started his career as a body double but he quickly established his unique identity in Hindi cinema. His film career spanned three decades during which he played a variety of roles and appeared in numerous multi-starrer hits. Known as Jeetu in the industry Jeetendra’s real name was Ravi Kapoor and he adopted the screen name to stand out.
Throughout his career Jeetendra worked with actresses like Jaya Prada and Rekha delivering several iconic films including Faris Asha Meri Awaz Suno Tohfa Dharmveer and Jaani Dushman.
However the film that stands out as a milestone in Jeetendra’s career is Caravan (1971). This film not only impressed audiences in India but also created a significant buzz in China. While Sholay one of the most iconic films of all time sold 25 crore tickets worldwide Jeetendra’s Caravan sold an impressive 30 crore tickets setting a record that has yet to be broken by even today’s blockbusters like Dangal RRR and Pushpa 2.
According to IMDb Jeetendra starred in over 200 films with 121 of those featuring him as the lead actor. His extraordinary success in both India and abroad has left an enduring legacy in Hindi cinema.