Manoj Bakshi is an Indian actor who acts in films, television and theatre. 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 film Dear Vs Bear and many more with Haryanvi actor Uttar Kumar and Rahul Music Channel.[3][4][5]
Manoj Bakshi | |
|---|---|
| Born | 13 October 1965 New Delhi, India |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1980–present |
Early life
editBakshi is a Punjabi.[6] He began his career as a theatre artist in 1980. He has worked in plays in Uttar Pradesh for 18 years. Bakshi has performed key roles in many plays 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 and more.[7]
Career
editThe Pakistani policeman's role in the superhit movie Bajrangi Bhaijaan with Salman Khan brought him a new identity in the Bollywood industry.[8] Bakshi has worked with seasoned actors like Govinda, Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Singh, Ranbir Kapoor and all the Khans.
He also appeared in the movie Panipat as a very controversial character, Maharaja Surajmal. It was a short role of Hindu Jat ruler of Bharatpur in Rajasthan, India. In the film, Maratha warrior Sadashiv Rao Bhau (a character played by Arjun Kapoor) asks Maharaja Surajmal for help to defeat the Afghans, but he demands the Agra Fort in return. As his demand remained unfulfilled, he refused to help Sadashiv.[9][10]
Filmography
edit| † | 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 | Jolly LLB | Cop Mukesh | |||
| 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 | |||
| 2014 | Hum Hai Teen Khurafaati (हम हैं तीन खुराफाती) | ||||
| 2015 | Bajrangi Bhaijaan | Qureshi (Pakistani Police man) | [1] | ||
| 2015 | Mukhtiar Chadha | Mr. Sharma | |||
| 2016 | Gori Tere Pyaar Mein | Kareena Kapoor Khan's Father | |||
| 2016 | Happy Bhaag Jayegi | Zia Rehmani | |||
| 2016 | Junooniyat | Yash's Father | |||
| 2016 | Madaari | Govind Bakshi | |||
| 2018 | Hamari Paltan | [11] | |||
| 2018 | When Obama Loved Osama | [12] | |||
| 2019 | San 84 Justice | Janardan | [13] | ||
| 2019 | Panipat | Surajmal | [14] | ||
| 2020 | Doordarshan | Hindi Teacher | [15] | ||
| 2020 | Kaamyaab | 80s Villain | [16] | ||
| 2020 | Atithi Kab Aoge Shhamshan | Mahaprabhu | [17] | ||
| 2020 | Mehroom † | ||||
| 2021 | Ek Nashebaaz † | drug dealer in rehab | |||
| 2022 | 10 Nahi 40 | ||||
| 2022 | Ramrajya † | Cercle officer | [18] | ||
| 2023 | Pyar Ki Policy | Judge | [19] |
References
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- ^ "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.
- ^ a b "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". No. 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.
- ^ D’Cruz, Caroline (22 February 2011). "Give me any role: Manoj Bakshi". The Times of India. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ 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.
- ^ "#BoycottPanipat trends as Rajasthan locals protest depiction of Jat ruler". The Week. Retrieved 3 September 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.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Atithi Kab Aoge Shhamshan (2020) Cast - Actor, Actress, Director, Producer, Music Director". Cinestaan. Archived from the original on 26 February 2022. Retrieved 28 February 2023.
- ^ "10 नहीं 40 - आधिकारिक ट्रेलर | डॉ. जे.एस रंधावा". Bollywood Hungama Hindi (in Hindi). Retrieved 14 March 2022.
- ^ "Meerut: "प्यार की पॉलिसी" की शूटिंग का हुआ शुभारंभ, मेरठ के कलाकार भी निभाएंगे मुख्य किरदार". Amar Ujala (in Hindi). Retrieved 28 February 2023.