Manoj Bakshi
Manoj Bakshi is an Indian film, theatre and television actor. He is famous for his roles in Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015),[1][2] Delhi Belly (2011), Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012), Gori Tere Pyaar Mein (2013), Junooniyat (2016), Madaari (2016), and Hamari Paltan (2018). He has also worked in a Dehati Film Dear Vs Bear and many more with Haryanvi actor Uttar Kumar and Rahul Music in Delhi., [3][4][5]
Manoj Bakshi | |
---|---|
![]() a film seen still | |
Born | New Delhi, India | 13 October 1965
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1980–present |
Height | 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) |
Early life
Dramas : Performed important roles in many dramas such as Mahabhoj, Chandramukhi, Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya O Jamyai Nai, Curfew, Muawze, Til ka taad, Dil ki dukaan, Kath ki gadi, Baby, Yaaddasht Mubarak, Heroine No.1, Chor Nikal ke bhaga, Samaryatra, Is dard ki dawa kahaan etc. [6]
Career
Bakshi began his career as a theatre artist in 1980 after that move to Delhi. He has worked in plays in Uttar Pradesh for 18 years and he also worked with Govinda, Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Singh, Ranbir Kapoor, all with Khan and Adhikash Kapoor. The Pakistani police man's role in the super hit movie Bajrangi Bhai Jaan with Salman Kahan brought a new identity in Bollywood industry.[7]
He also appeared in a very controversial characterv Maharaja Surajmal a short role of Hindu Jat ruler of Bharatpur in Rajasthan, India. As per the film, Maratha warrior Sadashiv Rao Bhau (a character played by Arjun Kapoor) asked Maharaja Surajmal for help to defeat the Afghans, but he demanded the Agra Fort in return.
As his demand remained unfulfilled, he refused to help Sadashiv.,[8][9]
Filmography
![]() |
Denotes films that have not yet been released |
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
2000 | Kya Kehna | Principal of Madhuban | |
2008 | Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! | Dr. Handa associate | |
2010 | Do Dooni Chaar | Dada Popley | |
2011 | Delhi Belly | Father | |
2011 | Hair Is Falling | ||
2011 | No One Killed Jessica | Lawyer | [3] |
2011 | Hum Do Bhagode | ||
2012 | Ab Hoga Dharna Unlimited | Kantelel | |
2012 | Hate Story | ||
2012 | Miss Lovely | Heera" | |
2012 | Jab Tak Hai Jaan | Mr. Kapoor | |
2013 | Dreamz: The Movie | Sheikh | |
2013 | Kajarya | Gourav Bhatnagar - Police Inspector | |
2014 | Khwaabb! | Baldev SIngh | |
2014 | Unfreedom | Prithu | |
2014 | Dear Vs Bear | Anne Father | |
2014 | Mumbai Delhi Mumbai | Old Sardarji | |
2014 | The Lost Salesman of Delhi | Bhatiaa | |
2015 | Bajrangi Bhaijaan | Qureshi (Pakistani Police man) | [1] |
2015 | Mukhtiar Chadha | Mr. Sharma | |
2016 | Gori Tere Pyaar Mein | Dia Sharma's (as Kareena Kapoor Khan) Father | |
2016 | Happy Bhaag Jayegi | Zia Rehmani | |
2016 | Junooniyat | Yash Father | |
2016 | Madaari | Govind Bakshi | |
2018 | Hamari Paltan | [10] | |
2018 | When Obama Loved Osama | [11] | |
2019 | San 84 Justice | Janardan | [12] |
2020 | Doordarshan | Hindi Teacher | [13] |
2020 | Kaamyaab | 80's Villain | [14] |
2020 | Mehroom ![]() |
References
- "Mr India Manhunt 2017 : Delhi boy Gaurang Arora bags title". India Tv News. 1 November 2017. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- "Bareilly students visit the sets of a crime show, learn about different aspects of TV industry". Times Of India. 17 June 2017. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- "Give me any role: Manoj Bakshi - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- "Shooting for Doordarshan the film was a nice ride of nostalgia" (27 February 2020). IANS. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- "Rakul Preet's brother Aman Preet, to make B'wood debut with Ram Rajya". The New Indian Express. The New Indian Express. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- Films, Adharshila (28 May 2011). "AdharshilA Films: Manoj Bakshi". AdharshilA Films.
- "बजरंगी भाईजान केपाकिस्तानी पुलिस अफसर का कालका से लगाव". Dainik Jagran (in Hindi). Dainik Jagran. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- "पानीपत फिल्म में राजा सूरजमल की भूमिका पर क्यों नाराज हैं जाट". News18 India. 1 January 1970. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- "Hundreds in Rajasthan protest over 'wrong facts' in 'Panipat'". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- Hungama, Bollywood (26 September 2017). "First look of the film Hamari Paltan : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama". Retrieved 28 February 2020.
- "When Obama Loved Osama Movie: Showtimes, Review, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos | eTimes". Retrieved 28 February 2020.
- "Lights, camera and heavy action on the sets of 'San'84 Justice' - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
- "Doordarshan - A Beautiful and Praise Worthy Debut Production". mid-day. 28 February 2020. Retrieved 28 February 2020.
- "A power-pack of iconic character actors are a part of much-awaited 'Kaamyaab' - read here". Retrieved 28 February 2020.
External links
- Manoj Bakshi on IMDb