Trivia

Passed away December 5, 2016 at a nursing home in Chembur, Mumbai. He was 77 years old.

Changed his name from Shamshuddin Shaikh (Maniyar) to Shamshuddin for his career.

Granddaughter named Arshiya Shaikh.

Grandson names are Abdul Rehman and Tehseen Maniyar.

Grandson is actor Muzzamill Shaikh (Inside Edge 2 and 3, Mirzapur 2). His eldest daughter's son.

Children names are (Mohammed) Wasim Maniyar , Sarfaraz Maniyar, Nasir Maniyar and 3 daughter's. Wasim Maniyar acted in some films and TV Serials.

Final film was Jaani Dushman 2002 where he played Javed Bhai in the song Javed Bhai So Re Le.

Debut in Katilo Ke Katil 1981.

Mostly know for roles of monster.

In 80s and 90s he along with Ajay Agarwal was mostly selected to play character's of monsters.

Wife name is Suraiya.

Also credited as Shamshu in some films as he was known as Shamshu Bhai in the industry.

He became an actor by fluke once wile he was watching shooting at Flimcity few goons started troubling the film unit.A towering Shamshuddin then interfered and bashed all goons.Actor and fight master MB Shetty who saw this then recommended his name for the film Chor Ke Ghar Chor 1978.

Son Wasim acted in Maniyar acted in Funtossh 2003.

Full name Shamshuddin Maniyar.

Debut film Chor Ke Ghar Chor 1978.