Sunil Dutt, an Indian actor, producer, director, and politician, died in 2005.
Sunil Dutt was born on June 6, 1926 as Balraj Dutt into a family that had survived India's Partition. He began his career as a radio programme host and celebrity interviewer while studying at Mumbai's Jai Hind College, which led to his first brush with the glamour world. Actor, activist, and politician. Sunil Dutt donned several hats and succeeded in a variety of roles, both on and off film. He died in his sleep from a heart attack at his home in Bandra, Mumbai. His seat in Parliament was gained by his daughter, Priya Dutt, who is now a Member of Parliament representing North West Mumbai.
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