Actor
Manoj Bajpayee
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Belwa, West Champaran, Bihar, India
Years Active
1994 – Present
Manoj Bajpayee Biography
Manoj Bajpayee Basic Information
- Full Name: Manoj Bajpayee
- Date of Birth: 23 April 1969
- Age: 56 years (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Belwa, West Champaran, Bihar, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor
Family Details
- Father: Radhakant Bajpayee (Farmer)
- Mother: Not widely known
- Siblings: 5 siblings
- Wife: Shabana Raza (also known as Neha)
- Daughter: Ava Nayla
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches (approx.)
- Weight: Around 70 kg
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Education
- Schooling: Bihar
- College: Ramjas College, University of Delhi
- Acting Training: National School of Drama (NSD) – applied multiple times but was rejected
Career Highlight
| Year | Project Name | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Bandit Queen | Film debut; started recognition |
| 1998 | Satya | Breakthrough role as Bhiku Mhatre |
| 1999 | Shool | Critically acclaimed performance; National Award |
| 2003 | Pinjar | Strong performance in period drama |
| 2010 | Raajneeti | Mainstream commercial success |
| 2012 | Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 1 | Iconic role as Sardar Khan |
| 2012 | Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 2 | Continued massive popularity |
| 2015 | Aligarh | One of his finest performances |
| 2018 | Bhonsle | National Award-winning role |
| 2019–Present | The Family Man | Huge OTT success; global fame |
| 2021 | Silence… Can You Hear It? | Popular OTT thriller |
| 2023 | Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai | Critically acclaimed courtroom drama |
| 2023 | Joram | International film festival recognition |
| 2024 | Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout | Sequel success on OTT |
| 2024 | Bhaiyya Ji | Mass-action avatar |
Recent Activity
- Actively promoting his recent and upcoming projects
- Working on The Family Man Season 3, one of his most anticipated releases
- Preparing for his upcoming film The Fable
- Attended the International Film Festival of Delhi 2026 (IFFD 2026)
- Spoke about important topics like artist rights and industry challenges at IFFD
- Currently involved in filming for Police Station Mein Bhoot
- Continuously expanding his presence across films and OTT platforms
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | National Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor | National Film Awards | Satya | Won |
| 1999 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actor (Critics) | Filmfare Awards | Satya | Won |
| 1999 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Filmfare Awards | Satya | Nominated |
| 1999 | Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Screen Awards | Satya | Won |
| 1999 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Zee Cine Awards | Satya | Won |
| 2000 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actor (Critics) | Filmfare Awards | Shool | Won |
| 2000 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actor | Filmfare Awards | Shool | Nominated |
| 2001 | IIFA Awards | Best Performance in a Negative Role | IIFA Awards | Fiza | Nominated |
| 2002 | Screen Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Screen Awards | Aks | Won |
| 2002 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Performance in a Negative Role | Zee Cine Awards | Aks | Won |
| 2004 | National Film Awards | Special Jury Award | National Film Awards | Pinjar | Won |
| 2011 | IIFA Awards | Best Supporting Actor | IIFA Awards | Raajneeti | Nominated |
| 2011 | Stardust Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Stardust Awards | Raajneeti | Nominated |
| 2012 | Asia Pacific Screen Awards | Best Performance by an Actor | APSA | Gangs of Wasseypur | Nominated |
| 2013 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actor | Filmfare Awards | Gangs of Wasseypur | Nominated |
| 2013 | Producers Guild Awards | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Producers Guild Awards | Gangs of Wasseypur | Nominated |
| 2013 | Stardust Awards | Best Actor | Stardust Awards | Gangs of Wasseypur | Won |
| 2016 | Asia Pacific Screen Awards | Best Actor | APSA | Aligarh | Won |
| 2016 | Jagran Film Festival | Best Actor | Jagran Film Festival | Aligarh | Won |
| 2017 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actor (Critics) | Filmfare Awards | Aligarh | Won |
| 2017 | Screen Awards | Best Actor (Critics) | Screen Awards | Aligarh | Nominated |
| 2018 | New York IAA Festival | Best Actor | NYIAAF | Gali Guleiyan | Won |
| 2019 | FOI Online Awards | Best Actor | FOI Awards | Gali Guleiyan | Nominated |
| 2020 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Actor in Web Film | Filmfare OTT | Bhonsle | Nominated |
| 2020 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Actor (Critics) Drama Series | Filmfare OTT | The Family Man | Won |
| 2020 | Asian Academy Creative Awards | Best Actor | AACA | The Family Man | Nominated |
| 2021 | National Film Awards | Best Actor | National Film Awards | Bhonsle | Won |
| 2021 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Actor (Critics) Drama Series | Filmfare OTT | The Family Man 2 | Won |
| 2021 | FOI Online Awards | Best Actor | FOI Awards | Bhonsle | Won |
| 2021 | Indian Film Festival Melbourne | Best Actor Series | IFFM | The Family Man | Won |
| 2023 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Actor Web Film | Filmfare OTT | Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai | Won |
| 2023 | Indian Film Festival Melbourne | Best Actor | IFFM | Joram | Nominated |
| 2024 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actor (Critics) | Filmfare Awards | Joram | Nominated |
| 2024 | National Film Awards | Special Mention | National Film Awards | Gulmohar | Won |
About Manoj Bajpayee
He is known for intense acting and roles in Satya, Gangs of Wasseypur, and The Family Man.
He has won 3 National Film Awards.
The Family Man.
He is from Bihar, India.
Yes, he is very active and successful on OTT platforms.