Rajendra Kumar
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | 100 Years of Indian Cinema |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | May 3, 2013 |
| Denomination | Rs. 5 |
| Quantity | 810,000 |
| Perforation | 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Printing Process | Offset Lithography |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Credit (Designed By) | Shri Kamleshwar Singh |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 2748 Yvert et Tellier IN 2529 WADP Numbering System - WNS IN068.2013 |
| Themes | Actors | Anniversaries and Jubilees | Famous people | Men | Movies |
“Jubilee Kumar” – The Evergreen Star of Indian Cinema
Birth and Early Life
- Full Name: Rajendra Kumar Tuli
- Born: July 20, 1929
- Birth Place: Sialkot, Pakistan
Demise
- Died: July 12, 1999
- Place of Death: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Career Highlights
Rajendra Kumar was fondly known as “Jubilee Kumar”, a title he earned because most of his films celebrated Silver Jubilees at the box office.
He became one of the most dependable and loved stars of the 1960s and 1970s, admired for his emotional performances and romantic image.
He delivered memorable roles in several iconic films, including:
- Dhool Ka Phool (1959)
- Mere Mehboob (1963)
- Sangam (1964)
- Arzoo (1965)
- Suraj (1966)
- Ganwaar (1970)
- Dil Ek Mandir (1963)
- Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964)
Awards and Honours
- Film Awards: Received four major film awards across 1963, 1964 (two awards), and 1965
- National Honour:
- Padma Shri (1969) for his contribution to Indian cinema
Philatelic Tribute
A commemorative postage stamp was issued in honour of Rajendra Kumar, celebrating his immense contribution to Hindi cinema.
This stamp is part of the commemorative series “100 Years of Indian Cinema.”
First Day Cover
