Stars who immortalised teachers on silver screen

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On the occasion of Teacher's Day, here's a look at sometimes strict and sometimes fun teachers immortalised on silver screen by a bevy of Bollywood and Hollywood stars.

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Stars who immortalised teachers on silver screen

Starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rani Mukerji, ‘Black’ is loosely based on the life of Helen Keller and her teacher. The film traces the relationship of Michelle (Rani Mukerji), and her teacher Debraj Sahai (Amitabh Bachchan), who later develops Alzheimer's disease.

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An ambitious but shrewd college dean Viru Sahastrabudhhe in ‘3 Idiots’ is yet another memorable role played by Boman Irani. This proved to be one of the iconic roles of Boman Irani's career, which won him critical acclaim. He is also remembered for his role as a strict medical college dean in ‘Munnabhai M.B.B.S.’

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In ‘Iqbal,’ Naseerudin Shah plays the role of a former cricketer Mohit, who mentors a deaf and mute boy Iqbal (played by Shreyas Talpade) and makes him achieve his cricketing dreams.

See more of : Shreyas Talpade, Naseerudin Shah

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Veteran actor Jeetendra played the role of a sensitive teacher Ravi in ‘Parichay,’ who not only develops a deep bond with his students but also brings them closer to their guardians.

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Sushmita Sen’s portrayal of a chemistry teacher in ‘Main Hoon Na’ left many gasping for their breath. Sushmita redefined the way female teachers were portrayed on silver screen. In the film, her bold avatar in bright coloured chiffon saris and halter neck blouses set the viewers adrenalin rushing.

See more of : sushmita sen, Shah Rukh Khan

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Shahid's extended cameo in 'Paathshala' was well appreciated in the film that talked about commercialisation of education. Shahid played the role of music teacher Rahul Udyavar, who strikes instant rapport with students and teachers alike and unifies teachers and students to stands up and fight against the atrocities of school management.

See more of : Shahid Kapoor, Ayesha Takia

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‘Rockford,’ directed by Nagesh Kukunoor, narrated the story of a teenager Rajesh in Rockford Boy's High School, a boarding school. The film portrays the relationship between Rajesh and his PT teacher Johnny Matthews, played by Nagesh. In the film, Johnny teaches Rajesh some of the most important lessons of life.

See more of : Nagesh Kukunoor

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Naseeruddin Shah is best remembered for his role as fun-loving Amar Verma in ‘Sir,’ who was more of a friend that just a teacher to his students and goes out of the way to help them in difficult times. This was one of the best performances of Naseer's career.

See more of : naseeruddin shah

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In ‘Chak De! India,’ Shah Rukh Khan plays the role of a hockey coach Kabir Khan, who is given the task of coaching a women’s hockey team. He not only unites them as a team but also makes them win the prestigious championship.

See more of : Shah Rukh Khan

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In ‘Stanley Ka Dabba,’ Stanley (Partho Gupte) plays the role of an orphan, who tries to cope up with his Hindi teacher Verma (Amol Gupte). However, with the help of Ms Rosy (Divya Dutta), Stanley overcomes the odds.

See more of : Amol Gupte