His acting career began in the early 1970s with his debut film "Nishant" (1975), directed by Shyam Benegal.

Today Renowned actor, director, and singer, turning 75.

Today Renowned actor, director, and singer, turning 75.

He is known for his work in parallel cinema, which is known for its serious content and realism. 

He has won three National Film Awards for Best Actor for his roles in "Sparsh" (1979), "Paar" (1984), and "Iqbal" (2006)

 Shah has also received the prestigious Shri in 1987 and the Padma Bhushan in 2003, recognizing his contributions to Indian cinema.