Amrish Puri[1] (22 June 1932 – 12 January 2005)[2] was an Indian actor, who was one of the most notable and important figures in Indian cinema and theatre. He acted in more than 450 films, and established himself as one of the greatest and iconic actors in Indian cinema.[3][4] Puri was known for his acting versatility but his villainous roles earned him more recognition. In 1980s and 1990s, he received appreciation for his screen presence and distinctive voice.[5] Puri also worked in art cinema. He won three Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actor in eight nominations. He also holds most Filmfare Award for Best Villain nominations.