Siddharth Kak
Siddharth Kak | |
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| Years active | 1972–present |
| Spouse | Gita Siddharth |
| Children | Antara Kak |
Siddharth Kak is an Indian documentary maker, television producer, and presenter, best known as the producer and presenter of Surabhi (1990–2001).[1] Subsequently, Kak established the 'Surabhi Foundation' with the assistance of Ford Foundation and started a project on preserving cultural artefacts.[2]
Early life
He is grandson of Ram Chandra kak.[3] He was educated at Lawrence School, Sanawar[4] and subsequently graduated from St. Stephen's College, Delhi.[2]
Career
Siddharth Kak currently hosts the Travel Show "Indiadhanush" on NDTV Imagine with Ami Trivedi, a popular Gujarati drama artist.
Personal life
He was married to actress Gita Siddharth until her death in 2019.[5][6] Their daughter, Antara Kak, is a documentary filmmaker.[5][7]
Filmography
| Year | Film | Director | Producer | Writer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Raj Kapoor | Yes | Yes | ||
| 1993 | Surabhi | Yes | |||
| 2006 | Mano Ya Na Mano | Yes |
As an actor
| Year | Films | Roles | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | The Great Monkey Rip-Off | Superintendent | |
| 1981 | Bulundi | CBI Inspector Salim Shirazi | |
| 1981 | Daasi | Eye Specialist | |
| 1982 | Arth | Anil | |
| 1982 | Suraag | Paul Khanna | |
| 1987 | Mr. India | Chief officer CBI (uncredited) | |
| 2020 | Love Aaj Kal 2 | Harshwardhan Mehta |
As an actor on TV
| Year | Title | Roles | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | The Jewel in the Crown (TV series) | Rajendra Singh | Episode: Crossing the River |
| 2022 | Crash Course (2021 webseries) | Batra |
Works
- Looking in, looking out. Writers Workshop, 1975. ISBN 0892531169.
- Surabhi Ke Sau Sawaal. Rupa & Co. 2005. ISBN 81-291-0544-6.
- Love, Exile, Redemption. Rupa Publications India. 2023. ISBN 9357024921.
References
- ^ Kavita Awaasthi (14 July 2016). "Surabhi showcased India's diversity: Siddharth Kak, Renuka Shahane". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 6 January 2019.
- ^ a b "Glorifying India's diverse culture on the celluloid screen". Indian Express. 18 May 2002. Archived from the original on 21 September 2002.
- ^ Deepa (9 May 2009). "A non-political prime minister". Hindu. Retrieved 16 August 2023.
- ^ Hemal Ashar (9 May 2009). "Ragging a reflection of our brutal world". Mid-Day. Retrieved 6 January 2019.
- ^ a b IANS (15 December 2019). "Parichay Actress Gita Siddharth Kak Dies". NDTV.com. Retrieved 15 December 2019.
- ^ IANS (15 December 2019). "Garam Hawa actress Gita Siddharth dies in Mumbai". India Today. Retrieved 15 December 2019.
- ^ Juwale, Vrunda (16 June 2002). "Creative daughters of celebrity parents". The Tribune. Chandigarh. Retrieved 6 June 2018.
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