Actor
Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Delhi, India
Years Active
2011 – Present
Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub Biography
Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub Basic Information
- Full Name: Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub
- Profession: Actor (Film, Web Series, Theatre)
- Industry: Bollywood / Hindi Film Industry
- Date of Birth: 25 October 1983
- Age (approx): 42 years (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Delhi, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Islam
Physical Appearance
- Height: Approx. 5 feet 7 inches
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Education
- Schooling: Delhi
- College: Kirori Mal College, Delhi University
- Acting Training: National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi
Career Highlight
| Year | Project Name | Role | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | No One Killed Jessica | Manu Sharma | Debut film, Filmfare nomination |
| 2013 | Raanjhanaa | Murari Gupta | Breakthrough role, major recognition |
| 2013 | Shahid | Arif Azmi | Critically acclaimed performance |
| 2015 | Tanu Weds Manu Returns | Chintu | Popular supporting role |
| 2017 | Raees | Sadiq Ibrahim | Worked in big commercial film |
| 2017 | Sameer | Sameer Sengupta | Lead role, strong critical praise |
| 2018 | Thugs of Hindostan | Shanichar | Big-budget Bollywood project |
| 2019 | Article 15 | Nishad | Highly praised social drama role |
| 2019 | Mission Mangal | Rishi Aggarwal | Part of blockbuster ensemble |
| 2020 | Chhalaang | Inder Mohan Singh | Notable supporting role |
| 2021 | Tandav (Web Series) | Shiva Shekhar | Strong OTT presence |
| 2022 | Jogi | Rawinder Chautala | Powerful negative role |
| 2023 | Scoop (Web Series) | Imran Siddiqui | Critically acclaimed OTT performance |
| 2023 | Sam Bahadur | Yahya Khan | Portrayed historical character |
| 2025 | Kaalidhar Laapata | Subodh | Upcoming project |
| 2026 | Assi | Vinay | Upcoming release |
Recent Activity
- Currently focusing on character-driven roles in both OTT platforms and films
- Recently starred in Kaalidhar Laapata (2025/2026) alongside Abhishek Bachchan
- Has consciously moved away from big-star ensemble films
- Now prefers strong, central, and impactful roles
- Aims to build a career based on performance-oriented projects rather than commercial screen presence
- Actively shares social and political opinions on X (formerly Twitter)
- Known for speaking openly on current social and political issues in India
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Filmfare Awards | Best Male Debut | Filmfare Award | No One Killed Jessica | Nominated |
About Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub
He is an Indian actor known for strong supporting and character roles.
Murari in Raanjhanaa is his most recognized role.
Yes, he studied at the National School of Drama.
Yes, he appears in web series like Tandav and Scoop.
He is from Delhi, India.