5 times Manoj Bajpayee surprised us with his versatility

Synonymous with versatility, Manoj Bajpayee has proved his range and talent across several films in Hindi cinema. He always hits the mark with his acting skills, and it is a pleasure to see him do what he does best. Read ahead to look back on five of Bajpayee's roles that truly set him apart.

Bhonsle - 2021

Bajpayee, playing the lead in Bhonsle, gave us a performance showing great force and restraint. He carried the film, getting into the heart and soul of the character that he was portraying, leaving audiences with not only a memorable performance but a touching one

Aligarh - 2016 

Playing the role of a closeted professor, Ramchandra Siras, in the biographical drama Aligarh, Manoj Bajpayee gives one of the most remarkable and impactful performances of his career. Striking a deep chord with the audience, he is able to bring out a side of himself that is both vulnerable and strong. 

Gangs of Wasseypur - 2012

Taking on a different kind of role this time, Manoj Bajpayee forays into a darker part of himself while playing the vengeful and intense Sardar Khan in Anurag Kashyap's Gangs of Wasseypur. In one of his finest portrayals to date, Bajpayee proves his full range as an actor. 

Shool - 1999 

In one of his earlier roles, Manoj Bajpayee plays an honest and angry police officer in the movie Shool. He really hits the nerve with his emotional performance and delivers a hard-hitting monologue towards the end of the film that stays with audiences long after the movie is over. 

Satya - 1998

Bajpayee's career reached new heights with the movie Satya. His exceptional portrayal of Bhiku Mhatre in Ram Gopal Verma's crime drama, not only marked a significant breakthrough for him but also left a lasting mark in Hindi cinema.