Updated On: 08 December, 2024 06:17 PM IST | Shachi Chaturvedi
Dino Morea, born December 9, 1975, rose to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s as a Bollywood heartthrob. Known for his roles in Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi and Raaz, he later transitioned to supporting roles and ventured into entrepreneurship with Clockwork Films, leaving a lasting legacy in the industry.

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In the world of Bollywood, few names evoke the feeling of nostalgia and bring back the golden days of a bygone era. One such name is Dino Morea, a charismatic actor who left an indelible mark on the silver screen during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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Born on December 9, 1975, in Bangalore, India, Dino Morea entered the world of modelling before making a seamless transition to acting.

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He was referred to as the chocolate boy of the industry. With his acting skills and tall and handsome charisma, he became a heartthrob.
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The late `90s marked Dino`s foray into acting with his debut TV series `Captain Vyom,` in which he appeared as `Sonic.`

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Later, he made his big Bollywood debut with the film ‘Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi` (1999), a youthful romance that struck a chord with the audience.
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In 2002, Morea starred in the year`s most successful horror thriller, `Raaz` alongside Bipasha Basu. Directed by Vikram Bhatt, the supernatural thriller became one of the most successful films of the year and showcased Dino’s acting skills and versatility

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Dino’s chemistry with co-star Bipasha Basu in `Raaz` was palpable, and the duo received critical acclaim for their film. He won the Zee Cine Award in the category of Dynamic Duo with Bipasha Basu
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As the years passed, Dino worked in several films like `Gunaah` (2002), `Rakht` (2004), and `Aksar` (2006). Although these films remained unsatisfactory in terms of their box-office collections, they showcased his talent for getting into the skin of the character and making it more impactful

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Dino has also appeared in several Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Telugu films. Beyond his acting career, Dino`s contribution to the entertainment industry extended to entrepreneurship.
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He launched his own production house, Clockwork Films along with several different business ventures.

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With the passing of time and the rapid change in public preferences, Dino’s stardom took the backseat, and the actor started taking on more supporting roles.
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As we look back on Dino Morea`s cinematic journey, there`s a sense of nostalgia for the era when he was an integral part of Bollywood`s romantic landscape.