Arun Sarnaik
Arun Sarnaik | |
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| Born | Arun Shankarrao Sarnaik 4 October 1935 |
| Died | 21 June 1984 (aged 48) Bombay, Maharashtra, India |
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| Years active | 1956–1984 |
| Spouse |
Anita Sarnaik (m. 1960) |
| Children | 2 |
Arun Shankarrao Sarnaik (4 October 1935 – 21 June 1984) was an Indian actor and singer who worked in Marathi films. In a career spanning 28 years, he is regarded as one of the most successful and accomplished actors in Marathi cinema. Sarnaik was the recipient of several accolades, including four Maharashtra State Film Awards.
He was the son of the famous singer Pandit Shankarao Sarnaik and brother of famous classical singer Pandit Nivruttibua Sarnaik from Jaipur Atrauli Gharana. Along with his acting talent, Sarnaik was noted for his screen presence and appearance, and was considered among the leading men of his era in Marathi cinema.