Nawazuddin Siddiqui`s 7 performances that deserve a rewatch

Badlapur (2015)

Nawazuddin played and excelled in the role of a menacing anti-hero in this gripping revenge story.

Sacred Games

He played iconic gangster Ganesh Gaitonde, a central character in the Indian crime series, winning over with grey shades and gritty portrayal.

Thackeray (2019)

Stepping into the shoes of Balasaheb Thackeray, Nawazuddin captured both the charisma and aura of the Shiv Sena founder.

Manto (2018)

Portraying literary legend Saadat Hasan Manto in Nandita Das’ directorial, Nawazuddin delivered a nuanced performance that blurred the lines.

Manjhi – The Mountain Man (2015)

In this biographical drama, Nawazuddin brought to life Dashrath Manjhi, the man who carved a road through a mountain single-handedly.

Talaash: The Answer Lies Within (2012)

Despite limited screen time, he delivered one of the most hauntingly human performances of the film, evoking empathy.

Kahaani (2012)

In Sujoy Ghosh’s thriller, Nawazuddin played the sharp Intelligence Bureau officer, whose presence in the narrative brought an edge of realism.