Born on May 19, 1974, in Budhana, Uttar Pradesh, he hails from a small farming family. After graduating with a degree in chemistry, he pursued acting at the National School of Drama. Gaining initial recognition with "Black Friday" (2004) and "Peepli Live" (2010), he rose to prominence through critically acclaimed performances in "Gangs of Wasseypur" (2012), "The Lunchbox" (2013), and "Sacred Games" (2018). Renowned for his versatility, he is celebrated for bringing depth and authenticity to his roles.
MANTO
Manto is a biographical drama that traces the life of Urdu writer Saadat Hasan Manto, charting his fearless voice through Partition-era Bombay,...
BAJRANGI BHAIJAAN
Bajrangi Bhaijaan is an Indian adventure-comedy film that follows the journey of a devout Hanuman devotee, Bajrangi, who embarks on a mission to...
RAMAN RAGHAV 2.0
Raman Raghav 2.0 is a 2016 Indian crime thriller directed by Anurag Kashyap, inspired by the real Mumbai serial killer Raman Raghav. Nawazuddin...
PEEPLI LIVE
Peepli Live is a satirical comedy that delves into the issue of farmer suicides in India. The film follows two impoverished farmers, Natha and Budhia,...
RAAT AKELI HAI
Raat Akeli Hai is a noir-tinged crime thriller set in a bruised town where a seasoned police inspector investigates a high-profile murder. Nawazuddin...