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He played young Amitabh Bachchan in Deewar—Now he owns a ₹200 crore empire abroad

TOI Entertainment Desk
| ETimes.in | Last updated on - Aug 8, 2025, 08:00 IST
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A Superstar Child Actor of the 70s

Alankar Joshi ruled the silver screen as a child star, acting in over 100 Hindi films. His performances in cult classics like Deewar (1975), Majboor (1974), and Seeta Aur Geeta (1972) made him a household name.

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Amitabh Bachchan Helped Him Bag Deewar

Did you know Amitabh Bachchan personally suggested Alankar for the role of young Vijay in Deewar? Pallavi Joshi recalls how Amitabh noticed her brother on set and told Yash Chopra to cast him. Alankar impressed everyone by observing Amitabh’s mannerisms and recreating them in his scene.

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From Bollywood to Software Mogul

After struggling to transition into adult roles, Alankar turned to Marathi filmmaking and later shifted completely to software programming. He moved to the US, worked for two years in a software company, and eventually co-founded his own firm.

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A ₹200 Crore Net Worth and Life in the U.S.

Alankar has been living in the United States for over 35 years, running a successful company. His estimated net worth today is around ₹200 crore. He enjoys a private life with his wife, twin daughters, and a son.

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Daughters in Hollywood, Son in Music

His daughters are pursuing acting careers in Hollywood, with Anuja Joshi known for her role in Hello Mini. His son is passionate about music. Despite his glorious past, Alankar says he doesn’t miss the limelight and feels like a “retired sportsman” remembered for past wins.

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