Actor
Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Budhana, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
Years Active
1999 – Present
Nawazuddin Siddiqui Biography
Nawazuddin Siddiqui Personal Information
- Full Name: Nawazuddin Siddiqui
- Profession: Actor
- Date of Birth: 19 May 1974
- Age: 52 Years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Budhana, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Islam
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Physical Appearance
- Height: Approximately 5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 65 kg
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family
- Father: Late Nawabuddin Siddiqui
- Mother: Mehroonisa Siddiqui
- Siblings: 7 (Nawazuddin is the eldest among 8 siblings)
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Aaliya Siddiqui
- Children: 2 (One son and one daughter)
Education
- Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) from Gurukul Kangri University, Haridwar
- Studied Acting at the National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi
Career Highlight
| Year | Film / Project | Role | Career Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sarfarosh | Terrorist / Informer | Bollywood debut with a small role |
| 2003 | Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. | Pickpocketer | Gained visibility despite a brief appearance |
| 2007 | Black Friday | Asgar Mukadam | First critically acclaimed performance |
| 2009 | Firaaq | Hanif | Recognition in parallel cinema |
| 2010 | Peepli Live | Rakesh Kapoor | Featured in an internationally acclaimed film |
| 2012 | Kahaani | IB Officer A. Khan | Mainstream breakthrough |
| 2012 | Gangs of Wasseypur (Parts 1 & 2) | Faizal Khan | Career-defining role; became a leading actor |
| 2012 | Paan Singh Tomar | Gopi | Critical success |
| 2013 | The Lunchbox | Shaikh | International recognition |
| 2014 | Kick | Shiv Gajra | Commercial blockbuster success |
| 2015 | Bajrangi Bhaijaan | Chand Nawab | Widely appreciated supporting role |
| 2015 | Manjhi – The Mountain Man | Dashrath Manjhi | One of his most acclaimed lead performances |
| 2016 | Raman Raghav 2.0 | Ramanna | International critical acclaim |
| 2017 | Mom | Daya Shankar Kapoor | Strong supporting performance |
| 2017 | Babumoshai Bandookbaaz | Babu Bihari | Established image as a solo lead actor |
| 2018 | Sacred Games | Ganesh Gaitonde | Web-series breakthrough; global popularity |
| 2018 | Manto | Saadat Hasan Manto | Critically acclaimed biographical role |
| 2019 | Thackeray | Bal Thackeray | Portrayed a major political figure |
| 2019 | Photograph | Rafi | International film festival recognition |
| 2020 | Raat Akeli Hai | Inspector Jatil Yadav | Successful Netflix crime thriller |
| 2020 | Serious Men | Ayyan Mani | Won major awards and critical praise |
| 2021 | No Land’s Man | Naveen / Sameer | International collaboration |
| 2023 | Haddi | Haddi | Transformation-heavy performance praised by critics |
| 2024 | Rautu Ka Raaz | Deepak Negi | Returned as lead in a mystery thriller |
| 2025 | Costao | Costao Fernandes | Lead role in a biographical drama |
| 2025 | Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders | Inspector Jatil Yadav | Return to one of his most popular characters |
| 2026 | Section 108 | D.C.P Vijay Khanna | Upcoming crime thriller |
| 2026 | Noorani Chehra | Brigadier Veerendra Chauhan | Upcoming drama-comedy |
| 2026 | Sangeen | D.C.P Dev Prasad | Upcoming international project |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | National Film Awards | Special Jury Award | National Film Award | Talaash, Kahaani, Gangs of Wasseypur, Dekh Indian Circus | Won |
| 2012 | New York Indian Film Festival | Best Actor | Festival Award | Dekh Indian Circus | Won |
| 2012 | GQ Men of the Year Awards | Breakthrough Personality of the Year | GQ Award | N/A | Won |
| 2013 | Asian Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Asian Film Award | Talaash | Won |
| 2013 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Filmfare Award | Talaash | Nominated |
| 2013 | IIFA Awards | Best Supporting Actor | IIFA Award | Gangs of Wasseypur, Talaash | Nominated |
| 2013 | Producers Guild Film Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Guild Award | The Lunchbox | Won |
| 2013 | Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Screen Award | Talaash | Won |
| 2013 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Supporting Actor – Male | Zee Cine Award | Talaash | Won |
| 2013 | Stardust Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Stardust Award | Kahaani | Won |
| 2013 | Asia Pacific Film Festival | Best Supporting Actor | Festival Award | The Lunchbox | Won |
| 2014 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Filmfare Award | The Lunchbox | Won |
| 2014 | IIFA Awards | Best Supporting Actor | IIFA Award | The Lunchbox | Nominated |
| 2014 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Supporting Actor – Male | Zee Cine Award | The Lunchbox | Nominated |
| 2014 | Chicago South Asian Film Festival | Outstanding Achievement in Cinema | Festival Honor | N/A | Won |
| 2016 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Filmfare Award | Badlapur | Nominated |
| 2016 | IIFA Awards | Best Performance in a Negative Role | IIFA Awar |
About Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Nawazuddin Siddiqui is an Indian actor known for his versatile performances in films and web series.
Faizal Khan in Gangs of Wasseypur.
Sacred Games on Netflix.
Yes, he received the National Film Award (Special Jury Award).
Gangs of Wasseypur (2012).