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5 roles of Nawazuddin Siddiqui that made him an icon

5 roles of Nawazuddin Siddiqui that made him an icon

Mid-Day
Entertainment
By Onam Gupta
Published Oct 26, 2026

Balasaheb Thackeray – Thackeray

Nawazuddin Siddiqui took on the challenging role of Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray in Thackeray, making a striking transformation.

Saadat Hasan Manto – Manto

In Nandita Das’s Manto, Siddiqui embodied the celebrated Urdu writer, capturing his sharp intellect, rebellious spirit and inner conflicts.

Dashrath Manjhi – Manjhi: The Mountain Man

In this biographical drama, Siddiqui portrayed Dashrath Manjhi, the real-life man who carved a path through a mountain using simple tools.

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Shiv Gajra - Kick

In Salman Khan’s Kick, Siddiqui played Shiv Gajra, a formidable antagonist whose menacing presence added an unsettling edge to the action film.

Chand Nawab - Bajrangi Bhaijaan

The actor showcased his comic timing and warmth as Chand Nawab, a Pakistani television reporter in Bajrangi Bhaijaan.

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