Darshan Kumaar
ActingAbout Darshan Kumaar
Kumar belongs to a Jaat family which was based in a small village Kishan Garh of South Delhi. At the age of 24, he moved to Mumbai and worked with Sahej theatre group for five years, and later with Motley Productions where he met and learned from Naseeruddin Shah for the next ten years. Kumar was asked to audition for the film Mary Kom by the casting director of the film. Also, he worked in TV series Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev, playing Shukracharya the guru of the demon. Kumar's first movie was NH10, with Anushka Sharma but, it was Mary Kom, with Priyanka Chopra that was released first.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Darshan Kumaar reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Darshan Kumaar's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Darshan Kumaar remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sarbjit, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Darshan Kumaar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Darshan Kumaar's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Darshan Kumaar.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Bengal Files | Shiva Pandit | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Kaagaz 2 | Uday | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Dhokha: Round D Corner | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Kashmir Files | Krishna Pandit | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Toofaan | Dharmesh Patil | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | PM Narendra Modi | Corrupt News Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Baaghi 2 | Shekar | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | A Gentleman | Yakub | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Mirza Juuliet | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Sarbjit | Awais Sheikh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | NH10 | Satbir | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Mary Kom | Onler Kom | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Tere Naam | Kanak | Average | Similar → |
Darshan Kumaar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Darshan Kumaar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Darshan Kumaar is "Sarbjit" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Darshan Kumaar acted in?
Darshan Kumaar has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Darshan Kumaar?
Other notable films include "The Kashmir Files", "Kaagaz 2", and "Mary Kom".