Who is this actor, who played young Amitabh Bachchan in Deewar, left Bollywood forever, now has a net worth of Rs..., name is....
We are referring to Alankar Joshi, a well-known child artist from the 70s and 80s. Similar to Mayur Verma, who rose to fame by portraying the younger version of Amitabh Bachchan, Alankar Joshi was also among the most sought-after and expensive child artists of that time. Alongside Mayur Verma, Alankar Joshi was recognized as one of the top child artists of the 70s. Why Did Amitabh Bachchan's Younger Version Leave Bollywood?
Alankar Joshi currently resides in America, where he has established his life. In a 2024 interview with Times Now, he shared the reasons behind his departure from acting. After completing his college education, he began receiving film offers again. He appeared in four Hindi films, two television series, and a mini-series. However, Alankar was dissatisfied with the roles being offered to him. He worried that if he continued down this path, he would be relegated to minor cameo appearances.
Consequently, Alankar Joshi made the decision to leave India for two years and relocate abroad. He believed that stepping away from the entertainment industry would give him the time to contemplate his next steps and gain clarity. Yet, his plans took an unexpected turn. More About Alankar Joshi
In a Facebook post by Timeless Classic Cinema, Ram Nagaraj revealed that he is a prominent figure in the IT industry in America. He mentioned that Alankar Joshi owns a company in the U.S. and has provided employment to numerous individuals there. According to media sources, his net worth stands at Rs 200 crore. Alankar Joshi's elder sister, Padmashri, is an actress and has made her mark in Marathi cinema. His younger sister, Pallavi Joshi, is also a renowned actress and is married to film director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri.
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