Amrish Puri Iconic Dialogues: The landscape of Hindi cinema has undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades, with numerous actors leaving a lasting impact on generations to come. Among these legendary actors was Amrish Puri, whose mastery of the craft solidified his enduring legacy. Throughout his 38-year-long career from 1967 to 2005, Puri amassed an impressive filmography of over 450 movies, not only in Hindi cinema but also in Marathi, Punjabi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam films. Also Read: Sunil Lahri Disappointed at Adipurush: Calls for Film’s Ban
Amrish Puri’s talent extended beyond Indian cinema, as he played iconic roles in Hollywood movies such as “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” and “Gandhi.” Known for his versatility, Puri portrayed a wide range of characters, but it was his portrayal of villains that garnered him the most fame. Films like “Shahenshah,” “Mr. India,” “Ram Lakhan,” “Karun Arjun,” “Nayak: The Real Hero,” and “Gadar: Ek Prem Katha” showcased his memorable deep voice and commanding screen presence, making his dialogues all the more impactful. On his 91st birth anniversary, let’s reminisce about some of Amrish Puri’s most iconic dialogues.
- “Mogambo khush hua!” – Mr. India
- “Jaa Simran jaa, jee le apni zindagi!” – Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jaayenge
- “Thappad tumhare munh par pada hai, aur nishaan mere gaal par chappe hai.” – Vishwatma
- “Aadmi ke pass dimag ho na … toh woh apna dard bhi bech sakta hai.” – Aitraaz
- “Yeh adaalat hai, koi mandir ya dargah nahi jahan mannatein aur muraadein poori hoti hai … yahan dhoop batti aur narayal nahi … balki thos saboot aur gawah pesh kiye jaate hai.” – Damini
- “Amreeka mein pyar ka matlab hai len den … lekin Hindustan mein pyar ka matlab hai sirf dena, dena, dena.” – Pardes
- “Tabaadlo se ilaake badalte hai … iraade nahi.” – Garv
- “Galati ek baar hoti hai, do baar hoti hai … lekin teesri baar iraada hota hai.” – Ilaaka
- “Ghaas aur dushmani kahin bhi aur kabhi bhi paida ho sakte hai.” – Shahenshah
- “Har aadmi ka kuch na kuch daam hota hai … daam dedo, aadmi tumhara.” – Mashaal
Amrish Puri’s dialogues continue to resonate with audiences, showcasing his immense contribution to Indian cinema. His unmatched talent and unforgettable screen presence ensure that his legacy will endure for generations to come.