Manoj Bajpayee - Actor Profile

Manoj Bajpayee

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 23, 1969
Birth Place: Belwa, West Champaran district, Bihar, India

About Manoj Bajpayee

Manoj Bajpayee, also credited as Manoj Bajpai, is an Indian film actor who predominantly works in Hindi cinema and has also done some Telugu and Tamil language films. He is the recipient of two National Film Awards and two Filmfare Awards. Manoj Bajpayee was born on April 23, 1969 in Belwa, Bihar, India. He is known for his work on Gangs of Wasseypur(2012), Special 26 (2013) and Veer-Zaara (2004). He has been married to Neha since February 23, 2005.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Manoj Bajpayee reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Manoj Bajpayee'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 70% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Manoj Bajpayee remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Satya- Ab Tak Pachchees, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Manoj Bajpayee Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Manoj Bajpayee's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Satya- Ab Tak Pachchees (2023) movie poster
★10.0

Satya- Ab Tak Pachchees — The film is a compendium of several anecdotes, memories and observations of people who were directly involved in the mak

Satya- Ab Tak Pachchees

2023•Documentary
★8.8
Gangs of Wasseypur - Making Uncut - The Roots of Revenge from Wasseypur (2013) movie poster
★8.8

Gangs of Wasseypur - Making Uncut - The Roots of Revenge from Wasseypur — An extensive, in-depth account of the making of an ultimate revenge saga through the eyes of Anurag Kashyap, the cast an

Gangs of Wasseypur - Making Uncut - The Roots of Revenge from Wasseypur

2013•Documentary
★8.1
Secrets of Sinauli (2021) movie poster
★8.1

Secrets of Sinauli — The excavations of Sinauli have uncovered secrets that were buried for 4000 years.

Secrets of Sinauli

2021
★8.1
Sonchiriya (2019) movie poster
★8.1

Sonchiriya — In the more or less lawless Chambal Valley in 1975, a gang of bandits led by Maan Singh are up to mischief. The lawless

Sonchiriya

2019•Crime
★8.0
Krishna and Kamsa (2012) movie poster
★8.0

Krishna and Kamsa — Hailed as India's first stereoscopic animated film, 'Krishna Aur Kans' is an exciting narrative full of action and drama

Krishna and Kamsa

2012•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Manoj Bajpayee.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Inspector Zende Inspector Madhukar Zende Average Similar →
2024 Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout ACP Avinash Verma Hit Similar →
2023 Joram Dasru / Bala Super Hit Similar →
2023 Satya- Ab Tak Pachchees Himself Super Hit Similar →
2023 Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai PC Solanki Hit Similar →
2021 Dial 100 Nikhil Sood Average Similar →
2021 Silence... Can You Hear It? ACP Avinash Verma Average Similar →
2021 Secrets of Sinauli Host Super Hit Similar →
2020 Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari Madhu Mangal Rane Hit Similar →
2020 Mrs. Serial Killer Dr. Mrityunjoy “Joy” Mukerjee Average Similar →
2019 Sonchiriya Man Singh Super Hit Similar →
2018 Bhonsle Ganpath Bhonsle Average Similar →
2018 Love Sonia Faizal Hit Similar →
2018 Satyameva Jayate (DCP) Shivansh Hit Similar →
2018 Missing Sushant Dubey a.k.a. Mr. Dubey Average Similar →
2018 Gali Guleiyan Khuddoos Hit Similar →
2016 Budhia Singh: Born to Run Biranchi Das Average Similar →
2016 Kriti Sapan Average Similar →
2016 Traffic Godbole Hit Similar →
2016 Taandav Tambe Super Hit Similar →
2016 Aligarh Professor Siras Hit Similar →
2013 Mahabharat Yudhisthir (voice) Hit Similar →
2013 The Revolution Has Begun Balram Singh Average Similar →
2013 Special 26 CBI Officer Wasim Khan Hit Similar →
2013 Gangs of Wasseypur - Making Uncut - The Roots of Revenge from Wasseypur Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 Chakravyuh Rajan Average Similar →
2012 Chittagong Surya Sen "Master Da" Hit Similar →
2012 Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2 Sardar Khan Super Hit Similar →
2012 Krishna and Kamsa Nand (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2012 Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 1 Sardar Khan Hit Similar →
2011 Aarakshan Mithilesh Kumar Singh Average Similar →
2010 Vedam Rahimuddin Qureshi Hit Similar →
2010 Raajneeti Veerendra 'Veeru' B. Pratap Average Similar →
2009 Jail Nawaab Hit Similar →
2007 Swami Swami Hit Similar →
2007 1971 Major Suraj Singh Hit Similar →
2006 Return to Rajapur Jai Singh Hit Similar →
2006 Happy DCP Aravind Bhasker IPS Average Similar →
2004 Veer-Zaara Razaa Shirazi Hit Similar →
2004 Jaago Inspector Kripa Shankar Thakur Hit Similar →
2003 Pinjar Rashid Super Hit Similar →
2000 Fiza Murad Khan (Guest Appearance) Average Similar →
1999 Shool Inspector Samar Pratap Singh Hit Similar →
1999 Prema Katha Sankaram Super Hit Similar →
1999 Kaun? Sameer A. Purnavale Average Similar →
1998 Satya Bhiku Mhatre Hit Similar →
1998 Tamanna Salim Super Hit Similar →
1994 Drohkaal Anand Hit Similar →
1994 Bandit Queen Man Singh Hit Similar →
1989 In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones - Hit Similar →

Manoj Bajpayee - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Manoj Bajpayee?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Manoj Bajpayee is "Satya- Ab Tak Pachchees" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Manoj Bajpayee acted in?

Manoj Bajpayee has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Manoj Bajpayee?

Other notable films include "Gangs of Wasseypur - Making Uncut - The Roots of Revenge from Wasseypur", "Secrets of Sinauli", and "Sonchiriya".