Pankaj Kapur
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Pankaj Kapur reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 47 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Pankaj Kapur'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), Pankaj Kapur remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tamas, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Pankaj Kapur Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pankaj Kapur's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Pankaj Kapur.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Raavi de Kande | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Binny and Family | S N Singh | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Bheed | Balram Trivedi | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Lost | Nanu | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Jersey | Coach Bali | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Happi | Happi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Toba Tek Singh | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Shaandaar | Bipin Arora | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Finding Fanny | Don Pedro Cleto Colaco | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola | Harry Mandola | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Chala Mussaddi - Office Office | Mussaddi Lal Tripathi | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Halla Bol | Siddhu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Blood Brothers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Blue Umbrella | Nandakishore 'Nandu' Khatri | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Religion | Pandit Chaturvedi | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sehar | Professor Bhole Shankar Tiwari | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Dus | Himmat Mehendi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon | Satyaprakash | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Maqbool | Jahangir "Abbaji" Khan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Rui Ka Bojh | Kishan Shah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Ram Jaane | Pannu Technicolor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Kshatriya | Raja Devendra Pratap Singh (Surjangarh) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Roja | Liaqat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Death of a Doctor | Dr. Dipankar Roy | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Raakh | Inspector P.K | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Kamla Ki Maut | Sudhakar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Lamp of the Tomb | Raunki | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Tamas | Thekedaar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Main Zinda Hoon | Ravi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Ek Aadmi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Susman (The Essence) | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | This Is Not Our Destination | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ek Ruka Hua Faisla | Juror #3 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Khamosh | Kuku | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya | Manohar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Chameli Ki Shaadi | Kallumal 'Koylewala', Chameli's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Musafir | Shankeran Pillai | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Aghaat | Chhotelal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Ruins | Dipu | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Mohan Joshi Hazir Ho! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro | Tarneja | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Market Place | Shantidevi's Assistant | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Arohan | Village Teacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Gandhi | Pyarelal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Aadharshila | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Jab Khuli Kitaab | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Criminals of Kathmandu | Rajendra Sharma/ Jagdeesh | Flop | Similar → |
Pankaj Kapur - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pankaj Kapur?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pankaj Kapur is "Tamas" with a rating of 9.2/10.
How many movies has Pankaj Kapur acted in?
Pankaj Kapur has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pankaj Kapur?
Other notable films include "Susman (The Essence)", "Rui Ka Bojh", and "Kamla Ki Maut".