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Meet Bollywood's dreaded villain who was linked with Parveen Babi, beats Vijay Mallya in…, rejected Sholay because of…, his name is…
In rich tapestry of Bollywood's storytelling, certain veteran actor carved his niche not as a hero, but as face audiences loved to fear. With a voice that could freeze a scene and eyes that conveyed menace with ease, he brought villains to life like no other. His portrayals weren't just acts, they were layered performances that left lasting impressions. Apart from a cinematic voyage, this actor also ventured into the world of brewing and surpassed Vijay Mallya. Bollywood's Dreadest Villain… Here we are talking about actor Danny Denzongpa , who is best known for playing iconic negative shades in Bollywood. When we think of Danny Denzongpa, we are immediately reminded of a larger-than-life figure with a deep voice. Characters like Katiya, Kancha Cheena, Shankar Singhania, Bhaktawar and Khuda Baksh have become legendary due to Danny's distinctive persona and remarkable acting skills. Meanwhile, the actor also got an opportunity to feature in cult-classic Sholay in the role of Gabbar Singh , but due to a clash with shoot schedule of his film Dharmatma , he declined the big opportunity. In addition to his acting career, Danny Denzongpa is a prosperous businessman and capable entrepreneur, owning India's third-largest beer brand, Yuksom Breweries. He launched Yuksom Breweries in 1987 in South Sikkim. In 2005, he founded Denzong Breweries in Odisha and four years later, he acquired Rhino Agencies in Assam. They produce brands like Dansberg and He-Man 9000 . Yuksom Breweries is reported to contribute ₹100 crore annually to the economy of the northeastern region and provides jobs for 250 individuals there. Danny & The King Of Good Times Business tycoon Vijay Mallya had plans to venture into the North-East. To achieve this, United Breweries sought to acquire Rhino, a newly established brewery in Assam that had only been operational for two months. To safeguard its market presence in the area, Danny's company, Yuksom, stopped these intentions by purchasing Rhino instead. This move allowed Danny to not only strengthen his foothold in the market but also to obstruct Vijay Mallya's advances to acquire space in the North-East. Danny and His Relationship With Parveen Babi During the 1970s, Danny and Parveen Babi shared a short romantic relationship. Their time together was characterized by a deep respect and understanding for one another. Later, the two broke up, but continued to maintain a friendly relationship. Danny frequently expresses warm and respectful thoughts about Parveen, particularly regarding her later challenges with mental health. In terms of work front, Danny Denzongpa was last featured in Sooraj Barjatya's adventure-drama Uunchai alongside Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Parineeti Chopra, Neena Gupta, Sarika and Sheen Das.
India.com
2 days ago
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Meet Bollywood's dreaded villain's wife, stays away from limelight, is the princess of..., her name is..., her husband is...
Bollywood movies are incomplete without a proper villain. From Pran, Amrish Puri to Prem Chopra, cinema has seen the names of several superstars. Among these names is Danny Denzongpa. The actor has given several hit films, starting from Dhund, Dharmatma, Kalicharan, to Fakira, Krantiveer, China Gate, and more. While Danny's professional life always made headlines, his personal life also drew fans' interest and curiosity. Did you know that Danny is married to the princess of Sikkim? Yes, you read that right! Danny tied the knot with Gawa Denzongpa 35 years ago. Gawa Denzongpa is a Sikkimese princess and the niece of the last Chogyal, in 1972. After the wedding, the couple was blessed with two kids — a daughter, Pema Denzongpa, and a son, Rinzing Denzongpa. While the actor's daughter stayed away from the glitz and glamour of the industry, Danny's son Rinzing did a series on OTT. However, he couldn't make a place in the audience's hearts and exited the business. Despite not being in Bollywood, Rinzing shares a close bond with Jackie Shroff's son, Tiger Shroff. Coming back to Danny Denzongpa — did you know that the actor was rumoured to be in a relationship with Parveen Babi? Yes, the two were together as per reports; however, their relationship never bloomed. Years later, they parted ways. After the breakup with Parveen Babi, Danny tied the knot with Gawa in 1990, and the couple has been together for more than three decades!
India.com
29-05-2025
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Meet Bollywood's villian Danny Denzongpa's son, gave a flop debut, left acting after..., now works as..., his name is...
Movies in Indian cinema will always remain incomplete without having a strong villain character. From Pran and Amrish Puri to Amjad Khan, Prem Chopra, and many others, iconic actors were loved for their grey roles in Bollywood. Among them, another extremely popular name was Danny Denzongpa. In five decades of his career, Danny worked in more than 150 movies, and his villainous roles were admired by moviegoers. As a reputable name in the industry, like many fathers in Bollywood, Danny also wanted his son to follow in his footsteps. However, things did not turn out the way he wanted them to be! Do you know who Danny Denzongpa's son is? If not, then read everything about him here! In the year 1990, Danny Denzongpa married Sikkim's princess Gawa Denzongpa. The couple was blessed with two kids, including a son—Rinzing Denzongpa—and a daughter, Pema Denzongpa. Danny's son Rinzing Denzongpa also dreamt of being like his father and achieving success in Bollywood! However, fate had something else in store for him! Did you know that Rinzing never had a theatrical release? Instead, he made his debut with an OTT series. He was featured in the movie Squad, directed by Nilesh Sahay. The movie starred Malvika Raaj opposite Rinzing. While the makers had many expectations from the film, the movie failed to impress the audience. After witnessing a failed attempt at acting, Danny Denzongpa's son Rinzing Denzongpa decided that the world of acting was not for him. He realised it was difficult to carry forward his father's legacy as an actor in cinema, and hence, he stepped down. Though Rinzing Denzongpa's career in Bollywood failed, he gave a shot at other things. Today, he is a successful businessman and makes his father Danny proud.
