Nawazuddin Siddiqui Turns 51: 10 Iconic Roles And Exciting Upcoming Projects
Happy Birthday Nawazuddin Siddiqui: The actor won hearts with his performance in Gangs of Wasseypur. He also delivered memorable performances in Manto and Badlapur.
Happy Birthday Nawazuddin Siddiqui: If one word could describe Nawazuddin Siddiqui, it would definitely be – versatile. Over the years, the actor has carved a name in Bollywood that makes him a favourite among fans and critics alike. While he started his journey in the Bollywood industry with minor roles in films like Sarfarosh and Munna Bhai M.B.B.S, it was Anurag Kashyap's Gangs of Wasseypur that brought him into the spotlight. Since then, Nawazuddin has delivered memorable performances across both films and series.
Today, on May 19, the actor is celebrating his 51st birthday. On this special day, let's take a look at some of his top performances that showcase his range. Also, let's look into exciting projects he has lined up next.
Gangs of Wasseypur: When it comes to Nawazuddin's best performances, Gangs of Wasseypur definitely tops the list. This two-part epic black comedy crime film is directed by Anurag Kashyap. The story revolves around the coal mafia and explores the power struggles, politics and revenge between three crime families. Along with Nawazuddin, the film features powerful performances by Manoj Bajpayee, Pankaj Tripathi, Richa Chadha, Jaideep Ahlawat, Huma Qureshi and Tigmanshu Dhulia in key roles.
Manjhi: The Mountain Man: The film is based on the life of Dashrath Manjhi, a poor labourer from Bihar who carved a road through a hill using just a hammer and chisel. Nawazuddin played the role of Dashrath Manjhi and gave a powerful performance. He brought the character to life with honesty and showed the strength, pain and determination of the real-life hero.
Manto: This is another biographical drama where Nawazuddin delivers a strong and unforgettable performance. He plays Saadat Hasan Manto, the well-known Urdu writer known for his bold and honest stories. Set in the post-Independence 1940s, Manto captures the struggles of the author during a difficult time in history. Nawazuddin's performance was widely praised and earned him a Best Actor (Critics) nomination at the 64th Filmfare Awards.
The Lunchbox: This is a drama film directed by Ritesh Batra. It stars Irrfan Khan and Nimrat Kaur in lead role, with Nawazuddin, Bharti Achrekar and Nakul Vaid in supporting roles. Nawazuddin plays Aslam Shaikh, a chatty and funny colleague. Even with limited screen time, he stands out and makes the character memorable.
Badlapur: An action thriller directed by Sriram Raghavan, starring Varun Dhawan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in lead roles. The story follows Raghu, played by Varun, who sets out to take revenge on the men responsible for his family's death 15 years ago. Nawazuddin plays Liak Mohammed Tungrekar, one of the criminals. He makes the character powerful with his sharp and natural performance.
Bajrangi Bhaijaan: Nawazuddin plays Chand Nawab, a kind-hearted Pakistani journalist who helps Salman Khan's character reunite a lost girl with her family. Though not the lead, Nawazuddin leaves a strong impact with his honest and heartfelt performance.
Raat Akeli Hai: A crime thriller that features Nawazuddin in the lead as Inspector Jatil Yadav. He plays a small-town cop who investigates a murder in a wealthy, secretive family. Nawazuddin's stand out performance carries the film. He won a Best Actor award at the Filmfare OTT Awards.
Haraamkhor: A dark comedy directed by Shlok Sharma that features Nawazuddin and Shweta Tripathi. Nawazuddin plays a manipulative schoolteacher who takes advantage of a young student's vulnerability for his selfish desires.
Raman Raghav 2.0: A psychological thriller where Nawazuddin stars as the serial killer Ramanna and Vicky Kaushal as a corrupt cop, Raghavan. The story follows their intense cat-and-mouse chase, inspired by the real-life killer Raman Raghav.
Te3n: A grandfather, a priest and a police officer join forces to unravel the mystery of a kidnapped child. Starring Amitabh Bachchan, Nawazuddin and Vidya Balan, this gripping thriller takes you through a suspense-filled journey.
Nawazuddin Siddique's Upcoming Projects
Nawazuddin Siddiqui was recently seen in Costao, a crime drama based on the real-life story of Costao Fernandes, a Goa customs officer from the 1990s who gave up everything to stop a major gold smuggling racket. Up next, Nawazuddin is reportedly busy shooting for the sequel to Raat Akeli Hai in Lucknow. He will return as Inspector Jatil Yadav in this much-awaited follow-up to the hit thriller.
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