 Sanjay Dutt Turns 66: A Life of Stardom, Struggles & Strength

Born On july 29,1959 legendary actors Sunil and Nargis Dutt, Sanjay was born into cinematic royalty in Mumbai

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He made his debut with Rocky, directed by his father Sunil Dutt, just days after his mother Nargis passed away

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Hits like Sadak, Khalnayak, and Vaastav cemented his image as the rugged, intense leading man of the 90s

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His 1993 arrest under TADA laws for illegal possession of arms during the Mumbai blasts changed his life and image forever

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Despite controversies, Dutt kept returning with iconic roles in Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. and Lage Raho Munna Bhai

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From substance abuse in the 80s to battling Stage 4 lung cancer in 2020, Dutt has emerged stronger every time

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Now a devoted father and husband, Dutt credits his family for grounding him through life’s toughest phases

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From KGF 2 to Shamshera, Dutt has rebranded himself as a powerful villain and screen presence in the 2020s

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From "Khalnayak" to real-life hero, Sanjay Dutt remains one of Bollywood’s most enduring and resilient figures

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