Tanuja
Actress

Tanuja Net Worth

Tanuja Samarth, born on September 23, 1943 in Bombay, India, is an actress and miscellaneous crew member. She is best known for her work in the films Paisa Ya Pyar (1969), Ghar Dwaar (1985) and Wahan Ke Log (1967). She was previously married to Shomu Mukherjee.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actress, Miscellaneous Crew
Birth Day September 23, 1943
Age 80 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Libra
Occupation Actress
Years active 1952–1999; 2002–present
Spouse(s) Shomu Mukherjee (m.1973–2008; his death)
Children Kajol and Tanisha
Parent(s) Kumarsen Samarth Shobhna Samarth
Family Mukherjee-Samarth family

💰 Net worth

Tanuja, a well-known actress and miscellaneous crew member, is projected to have a net worth ranging from $100,000 to $1 million in the year 2024. With a successful career spanning over several decades, she has undoubtedly accumulated considerable wealth. Born in 1943, Tanuja has established herself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, captivating audiences with her exceptional talent and versatility. Known for her numerous contributions to the world of cinema, her estimated net worth reflects both her professional success and enduring popularity.

Biography/Timeline

1950

She started her film career with her older sister Nutan in Hamari Beti (1950) as Baby Tanuja. As an adult, she debuted in the film Chhabili (1960) which was directed by her mother, and had her sister Nutan, in the lead. The film that truly marked her transition to adult heroine was Hamari Yaad Aayegi (1961), directed by Kidar Sharma, who had earlier discovered Raj Kapoor, Madhubala and Geeta Bali.

1960

During the mid 1960s, Tanuja started a parallel career in Bengali movies in Kolkata, starting with Deya Neya (1963), where she was paired opposite Uttam Kumar. She followed it up with Anthony-Firingee (1967) and Rajkumari (1970). Tanuja had on-screen chemistry with Soumitra Chatterjee, with whom she made some films such as Teen Bhuvaner Parey (1969) and Prothom Kadam Phool. Tanuja spoke her own lines in these Bengali films.

1966

One of her early films noted for her acting was Baharen Phir Bhi Aayengi (1966), directed by Shaheed Latif. Incidentally it was Guru Dutt team's last offering, especially visible in the song "Woh hanske mile humse" (believed to have been picturised while Guru Dutt was still alive) who worked hard to help her "tone down" her performance. The result was that the natural, spontaneous performer gave a highly restrained performance, which became the highlight of the film — as well of her career — as she moved to lead roles soon after. Tanuja had an important supporting role in the hit film Jewel Thief. Her next big film was with Jeetendra; Jeene Ki Raah (1969), an immediate and surprise hit. In the same year, Tanuja won the Best Supporting Actress at Filmfare for Paisa Ya Pyar. After the success of Haathi Mere Saathi (1971), she acted in Door Ka Raahi, Mere Jeevan Saathi, Do Chor and Ek Baar Mooskura Do (1972), Kaam Chor, Yaarana, Khuddar, and Masoom. Some of the other films she has acted in are Pavitra Paapi, Bhoot Bangla, and Anubhav. Some of her Marathi films are Zaakol, Unad Maina and Pitruroon.

1982

Afterwards, Tanuja retired from films for a number of years, but came back when her marriage ended. She was now offered supporting roles often starring former heroes. Her Pyar Ki Kahani hero Amitabh Bachchan had to call her "bhabhi" (sister-in-law) in Khuddar (1982). She also played a supporting role in Raj Kapoor's Prem Rog (1982).

2002

She then appeared in films such as Saathiya (2002), Rules: Pyaar Ka Superhit Formula (2003), and Khakee (2003) as a supporting Actress. In 2008, Tanuja starred as a judge along with her daughter, Kajol, and son-in-law, Ajay Devgan on Zee TV's family dance series Rock-N-Roll Family. In 2013, Tanuja played a widow in the Marathi film Pitruroon made by Nitish Bharadwaj. For her role as a widow Tanuja has tonsured her head to make her character look authentic.

2008

Tanuja married filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee in 1973. The couple has two daughters, actresses Kajol and Tanisha. Kajol is married to actor Ajay Devgan. Shomu died on 10 April 2008 from a heart attack, aged 64. Filmmakers Joy, Deb and Ram are her brothers-in-law. She is the aunt of actors Mohnish Behl, Rani, and Sharbani, and Director Ayan Mukherjee.

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