Pankaj Kapur
ActingPankaj Kapur Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Pankaj Kapur reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 47 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Pankaj Kapur's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 43% of Pankaj Kapur's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Jab Khuli Kitaab, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Pankaj Kapur Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pankaj Kapur's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Pankaj Kapur has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Raavi de Kande | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Jab Khuli Kitaab | Gopal Ji | Super Hit | 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 | Average | 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 | Hit | 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 | Mandi | Shantidevi's Assistant | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Arohan | Village Teacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Gandhi | Pyarelal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Aadharshila | - | 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 "Jab Khuli Kitaab" with a rating of 10.0/10.
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 "Tamas", "Susman (The Essence)", and "Rui Ka Bojh".