Dharmendra

Dharmendra is unarguably one of the most renowned and senior actors of Indian cinema who has worked in over 250 films in his five decade long acting career.  But very few people might be aware that Dharmendra has never won a film fare award as an actor, in spite of the fact that he has given countless number of fine performances in countless number of super hit films like Sholay (1975), Yaadon ki Baarat (1973), Jeevan Mrityu (1970). However, he did receive a film fare life time achievement award in 1997 for his contribution to Indian cinema.

Rajendra Kumar

One of the most prominent actors of Indian cinema was the late Rajendra Kumar who was known for films like Dhool ka phool (1959), Mere mehboob (1963), Sangam (1964). Despite the fact that he acted in over 80 films and was a recipient of four film fare nominations, he never received a film fare award in his four decade long career.

Shashi Kapoor

With over 170 films and numerous accolades to his name, Shashi Kapoor is one of the finest actors the Indian film industry has had. He is popular for his performances in films like Jab Jab phool khile (1965), Deewar (1975), Trishul (1978). He has also played prominent roles in a number of English films. In spite of this, he has never won a film fare award for the Best actor, though he is a recipient of the film fare award for the best supporting actor and a film fare life time achievement award.

Shatrughan Sinha

Shatrughan Sinha is unquestionably one of the most prominent actors of the Indian film industry. In his career spanning over four decades, Shatrughan Sinha has worked in over 150 films and has been a recipient of several accolades including four film fare nominations. He is known for his commendable performances in films like Mere Apne (1971), Kaalicharan (1976), Vishwanath (1978), Kaala Pathar (1979), Shaan (1980) and many more. Hence, it is difficult to digest that Shatrughan Sinha has never been a recipient of any film fare award till now.

Akshay Kumar

Rajiv Bhatia more popularly known as Akshay Kumar is beyond any doubt one of Bollywood’s most popular actors. Akshay Kumar has acted in over a hundred films with several accolades to his name. Some of his many notable films include Mohra (1994), Baby (2015), Airlift (2016), Toilet Ek prem katha (2017), Padman (2018). Even though he has won film fare awards for the Best villain for Ajnabee (2001) and Best comedian for Garam Masala (2005), Akshay Kumar has never won a film fare award for the Best actor till date, despite being one of the most eminent actors of the film industry.

Suniel Shetty

One of the most eminent actors of Bollywood, especially in the decade of the 90s is Suniel Shetty. He has worked in over a hundred films and is renowned for the versatility in his acting. He is prominently known as one of the action heroes of the 90s even though he has also played negative roles in a number of films. He is acclaimed for his performances in films belonging to the comedy genre as well. Some of his many notable films include Mohra (1994), Takkar (1995), Hera Pheri (2000), Dhadkan (2000), Shootout at lokhandwala (2007) and many more. Even though he has won a film fare award for the best villain for the film Dhadkan in 2001, he is yet to win the film fare award in the best actor category. 

Ajay Devgan

Ajay Devgn is undeniably one of the most commendable actors of the Indian film industry. He started his career in the early 90s with the film Phool aur Kaante (1991) and has acted in over a hundred films. Some of his prominent films include Ishq (1997), Singham (2011), Drishyam (2015), Raid (2018). Although Ajay Devgn has won four film fare awards, he has never won a film fare award in the best actor category.