7 Bollywood character that became pop culture icons

Pankaj Tripathi in Stree

Pankaj Tripathi’s Rudra Bhaiya stole the show in the Stree franchise. His deadpan delivery and spot-on expressions turned every frame into comedy gold.

Jaaved Jaaferi in Dhamaal

Dhamaal is absolutely impossible without Jaaved Jaaferi as Manav. The actor brought a strong animated energy to the goofy and dim-witted character

Akshaye Khanna in Dhurandhar

Akshaye Khanna has mastered the art of intensity, and Dhurandhar only added to his aura. As Rehman Dakait, Khanna brought an unmatched intensity and chills

Nawazzuddin Siddiqui in Gangs of Wasseypur

“Baap ka, bhai ka, dada ka, sabka badla lega re tera Faizal!” Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Faizal in Gangs of Wasseypur was more than a character, it was a movement!

Arshad Warsi in Munnabhai MBBS

If Munnabhai MBBS brought heart, Arshad Warsi brought swag as Circuit! His outing as Circuit was more than a comic relief, it became a cultural phenomenon.

Paresh Rawal in Hera Pheri

Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, affectionately known as Babu Bhaiya, is the iconic, hot-tempered, and lovable landlord played by Paresh Rawal.

Johnny Lever in Golmaal 3

Johnny Lever in Golmaal 3 as a don who keeps forgetting turned iconic for the shout of "Bhulaaaaa" used by his henchmen to trigger his memory.