Vivek Shauq (21 June 1963 – 10 January 2011) was an Indian actor, comedian, writer and singer. He had acted in Hindi and Punjabi films, television serials, theatre and television commercials. He was also a popular writer and singer. Shauq was also involved with the Sant Nirankari Mission.[1] He was fluent in Urdu.[2] He was also the founding member of the Nonsense Club.[3] He died of a heart attack on 10 January 2011 in Mumbai, at the age of 47.
Vivek Shauq | |
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 Vivek Shauq in 2010 | |
| Born | 21 June 1963 |
| Died | 10 January 2011 (aged 47) |
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Early life
editShauq was born on 21 June 1963 in Chandigarh. His father died in 1980 and his mother in the late 80s. He did his study from Indo-Swiss Training Centre (ISTC).[4]
Career
editShauq started his acting career in theatre and television. He starred in Ulta Pulta and Flop Show on Doordarshan, alongside Jaspal Bhatti.[3] He then shifted his focus to Punjabi films and Hindi films.[5] His first Hindi film was Barsaat Ki Raat in 1998. He was noticed in Gadar: Ek Prem Katha.[6] His prominent films included Delhi Heights, Aitraaz, 36 China Town, Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye, Asa Nu Maan Watna Da, Dil Hai Tumhaara, Mini Punjab and Nalaik.[3] He had worked with and was greatly influenced by Jaspal Bhatti, who considered him his right-hand man.[7]
Death
editHe had a heart attack on 3 January 2011 and was admitted to Jupiter Hospital in Thane.[6] He was on life support, but slipped into a coma and could not be revived. On Monday, 10 January 2011, Shauq died from sepsis.[8] His funeral was held on Tuesday, 11 January 2011 at Sant Nirankari Mission.[6]
Filmography
edit- Andaaz (2003)
- Sadiyaan (2010)
- Delhii Heights (2007)
- Aitraaz (2004)
- 36 China Town (2006)
- Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye (2006)
- Asa Nu Maan Watna Da
- Dil Hai Tumhaara
- Mini Punjab (2009)
- Nalaik
- Dil Deewana
- Bardaasht
- Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (2001)
- Shabaash! You Can Do It
- Vaada Raha (2009)
- Baabarr (2009)
- Apni Boli Apna Desh
- Life Partner (2009)
- Lagda Ishq Ho Gaya (2009)
- Maharathi (2008)
- Wattna Ton Door
- Chak De Phatte (2008)
- Satsriakal
- Heroes (2008)
- Haal-e-Dil
- Krazzy 4 (2008)
- Sajna Ve Sajna
- Mitti Vajjan Mardi
- Nanhe Jaisalmer (2007)
- Swami (2007)
- Raqeeb (2007)
- Zindadil
- Unns (2006)
- Utthaan
- Hota Hai Dil Pyar Mein Pagal
- Humko Tumse Pyar Hai
- Vaah! Life Ho To Aisi (2005)
- Yaaran Naal Baharan
- Barsaat
- Shabnam Mausi (2005)
- Tango Charlie (2005)
- Zameer: The Fire Within (2005)
- Jurm (2005)
- Sheesha (2005)
- Kisna (2005)
- Ab Tumhaare Hawaale Watan Saathio
- Kuchh To Gadbad Hai
- Ek Se Badkar Ek
- Hawas
- Khel
- Koi... Mil Gaya (2003)
- Pran Jaye Per Shan Na Jaye
- Andaaz
- Kaash Aap Hamare Hote
- Baaz—A Bird in Danger
- Dum (2003)
- Jee Ayaan Nu (Pun)
- 23 March 1931, Shaheed
- Ab Ke Baras
- Maa Tujhe Salaam
- Indian
- Champion
- International Khiladi
- Mahaul Thheek Hai (Pun)
- Barsaat Ki Raat
- The Lion of Punjab (2011)
TV serials
edit- Ulta Pulta directed by Jaspal Bhatti
- Flop Show directed by Jaspal Bhatti
- Full Tension directed by Jaspal Bhatti
- Afsane directed by Lalit Behl
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Sant Nirankari Mission". Nirankari.org. Retrieved 1 October 2012.
- ^ Fans mourn Vivek Shauq's demise The Times of India
- ^ a b c Actor Vivek Shauq passes away at 47The Indian Express
- ^ "He was a brother, child, teacher". Hindustan Times. 12 January 2011. Archived from the original on 15 January 2011. Retrieved 1 October 2012.
- ^ "vivekshauq.com". vivekshauq.com. Retrieved 1 October 2012.
- ^ a b c Actor dies of heart attack The Times of India
- ^ "The Tribune, Chandigarh, India - Chandigarh Stories". Tribuneindia.com. Retrieved 1 October 2012.
- ^ Vivek Shauq passes away The Mumbai Mirror