| Siddharth Kak | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Years active | 1972–present |
| Spouse | Gita Siddharth |
| Children | Antara Kak |
Siddharth Kak is an Indian documentary maker, television producer, and presenter, best known as the producer and presenter of Surabhi (1990–2001). Subsequently, Kak established the 'Surabhi Foundation' with the assistance of Ford Foundation and started a project on preserving cultural artefacts.
Early life
He is grandson of Ram Chandra kak. He was educated at Lawrence School, Sanawar and subsequently graduated from St. Stephen's College, Delhi.
Career
Siddharth Kak currently hosts the Travel Show "Indiadhanush" on NDTV Imagine with Ami Trivedi, a popular Gujarati drama artist.
Personal life
He was married to actress Gita Siddharth until her death in 2019. Their daughter, Antara Kak, is a documentary filmmaker.
Filmography
| Year | Film | Director | Producer | Writer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Raj Kapoor | Yes | Yes | ||
| 1993 | Surabhi | Yes | |||
| 2006 | Mano Ya Na Mano | Yes |
As an actor
| Year | Films | Roles | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | The Great Monkey Rip-Off | Superintendent | |
| 1981 | Bulundi | CBI Inspector Salim Shirazi | |
| 1981 | Daasi | Eye Specialist | |
| 1982 | Arth | Anil | |
| 1982 | Suraag | Paul Khanna | |
| 1987 | Mr. India | Chief officer CBI (uncredited) | |
| 2020 | Love Aaj Kal 2 | Harshwardhan Mehta |
As an actor on TV
| Year | Title | Roles | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | The Jewel in the Crown (TV series) | Rajendra Singh | Episode: Crossing the River |
| 2022 | Crash Course (2021 webseries) | Batra |
Works
- Looking in, looking out. Writers Workshop, 1975. ISBN 0892531169.
- Surabhi Ke Sau Sawaal. Rupa & Co. 2005. ISBN 81-291-0544-6.
- Love, Exile, Redemption. Rupa Publications India. 2023. ISBN 9357024921.
References
- Kavita Awaasthi (14 July 2016). "Surabhi showcased India's diversity: Siddharth Kak, Renuka Shahane". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 6 January 2019.
- ^ "Glorifying India's diverse culture on the celluloid screen". Indian Express. 18 May 2002. Archived from the original on 21 September 2002.
- Deepa (9 May 2009). "A non-political prime minister". Hindu. Retrieved 16 August 2023.
- Hemal Ashar (9 May 2009). "Ragging a reflection of our brutal world". Mid-Day. Retrieved 6 January 2019.
- ^ IANS (15 December 2019). "Parichay Actress Gita Siddharth Kak Dies". NDTV.com. Retrieved 15 December 2019.
- IANS (15 December 2019). "Garam Hawa actress Gita Siddharth dies in Mumbai". India Today. Retrieved 15 December 2019.
- Juwale, Vrunda (16 June 2002). "Creative daughters of celebrity parents". The Tribune. Chandigarh. Retrieved 6 June 2018.
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