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Vijay Raaz
Active Hindi Cinema (Bollywood), Indian Theater, Tamil, Malayalam & Digital OTT
- FromUttar Pradesh, India
- Based inMumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Age63 years
- Active1998–Present
- Updated
Vijay Raaz – Biography
Vijay Raaz – Full Information
- Full Name: Vijay Raaz
- Popular Name: Vijay Raaz
- Nickname: Vijay
- Profession: Actor, Film Director, Theater Artist
- Known For: Iconic comedic timing and versatile dramatic roles, notably playing P.K. Dubey in Monsoon Wedding (2001), Ganesh in Run (2004), Devrat in Delhi Belly (2011), and the lead in Raghu Romeo (2004).
- Date of Birth: June 5, 1963
- Age: 63 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India / Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Hometown: Delhi, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Profession Category: Actor / Character Actor & Director
Physical Appearance
- Height: 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) approx.
- Weight: 68 kg (150 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black / Salt & Pepper
Family
- Father: Not Publicly Disclosed
- Mother: Not Publicly Disclosed
- Siblings: Not Publicly Disclosed
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Krishna Raaz
- Children: Tanishka Raaz (Daughter)
Education
- School: Local State School in Delhi
- College: Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi & National School of Drama (NSD Repertory Company)
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Graduate Degree; Formal Drama and Theater Training
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 1999 | Feature film acting debut in Bhopal Express |
| 2001 | International breakout role playing P.K. Dubey in Mira Nair’s Monsoon Wedding |
| 2004 | Headline performance in Raghu Romeo, winning the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi |
| 2004 | Played iconic comedic role as Ganesh in Run (“Kauwa Biryani” sequence) |
| 2007 | Featured as Devkumar in the popular comedy hit Welcome |
| 2011 | Critical acclaim for playing ruthless crime boss Devrat in Delhi Belly |
| 2014 | Directorial debut leading the partition drama Kya Dilli Kya Lahore |
| 2019 | Widely praised performance as Aftab Shakir Ahmed in Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy |
| 2022 | Critical praise for playing Razia Bai in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Gangubai Kathiawadi |
| 2023 | Featured in prominent comedy roles in Dream Girl 2 and Kathal |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
| 2002 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Comic Role | Monsoon Wedding | Nominated |
| 2004 | Dhaka International Film Festival | Jury Prize for Best Actor | Raghu Romeo | Won |
| 2012 | Screen Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Delhi Belly | Nominated |
| 2020 | FOI Online Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Gully Boy | Nominated |
| 2023 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Gangubai Kathiawadi | Nominated |
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About Vijay Raaz
What is Vijay Raaz's most famous movie role?
He is globally famous for playing P.K. Dubey in Monsoon Wedding (2001) and Ganesh in Run (2004), famous for the "Kauwa Biryani" scene
Where did Vijay Raaz start his acting career?
He began his artistic journey in street plays and local theater in Mandi House, Delhi, and trained at the National School of Drama (NSD).
Has Vijay Raaz directed any movies?
Yes, he made his directorial debut in 2014 with the partition drama feature film Kya Dilli Kya Lahore.
Which major awards did Vijay Raaz's lead film win?
His lead performance in Raghu Romeo (2004) helped the feature win the prestigious National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi.
Who introduced Vijay Raaz to Bollywood?
Actor Naseeruddin Shah saw his performance at the NSD Repertory in Delhi and recommended him to directors, helping launch his Hindi film career.
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