DIRECTOR · BORN 1958

Anil Sharma

Born

7 March 1958

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9 Interesting Facts About Anil Sharma

1. #001

   Anil Sharma is the elder brother of Kapil Sharma (II) — not the well-known comic actor from Comedy with Kapil.

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2. #005

   Anil Sharma is often confused with Anil Sharma, the producer of Shweta Film Internationals. This Anil Sharma is the brother-in-law of director Inder Kumar.

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3. #006

   Anil Sharma was engaged to the actress Swapna.

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4. #007

   Director Anil Sharma saw the film Deathwish and wanted to remake it in Hindi. Sharma knew that if anyone else saw the film, they would remake it too, so he wanted to make his version quickly. He looked for a hero who would sign the film and give bulk dates. When he found no one, he changed the script to a female lead. He told the story to Hema Malini, who loved it and even wanted to produce the film. However, Hema could not give bulk dates immediately. Anil Sharma could not wait and approached Smita Patil. Smita liked the story and agreed to do the film. Sharma titled the film "Chingaariyan". A week before shooting was to begin, Sharma received a letter from Smita saying she could not do the film for personal reasons. Anil Sharma was shocked and surprised by her withdrawal. A week later, B. R. Chopra announced Aaj Ki Awaz with Smita Patil and Raj Babbar. Aaj Ki Awaaz was a remake of Deathwish.

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5. #008

   In 1991, Anil Sharma was to produce a film titled Break Dancer. Javed Jaffery was to direct and act in the film. It was ultimately shelved.

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6. #009

   Anil Sharma's father, K. C. Sharma, was a well-known astrologer for Geeta Dutt.

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7. #010

   Anil Sharma's sister-in-law, Jhanvi, who appeared in Laal Paree in 1991, is married to one of his brothers.

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8. #011

   Anil Sharma worked as B. R. Chopra's assistant.

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9. #012

   Anil Sharma is known for frequently collaborating with the Deols.

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