Paresh Rawal
Paresh Rawal is a powerhouse of Hindi cinema who's built an incredible career spanning over four decades and more than 240 films. Born in Bombay, this versatile actor has established himself as one of the finest performers in Indian cinema, racking up a National Film Award and three Filmfare Awards along the way. His breakthrough came in 1994 when he nabbed the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his dual performances in Woh Chokri and Sir—the latter also earning him a Filmfare for his menacing negative role. He's the kind of actor who can disappear into any character, whether it's playing freedom fighter Vallabhbhai Patel in the acclaimed Sardar or supporting roles that steal entire scenes. His contributions have been recognized at the highest level, with the government honoring him with the Padma Shri in 2014. What makes Paresh special is his refusal to be boxed into one type of role—he's equally brilliant as a villain, a lead, a comic foil, or a supporting player. His knack for choosing meaningful scripts and bringing depth to every character has made him an institution in Bollywood. In recent years, he's shown his range extends beyond Hindi cinema, appearing in the Tamil film Soorarai Pottru and reprising that role in the Hindi remake Sarfira alongside Akshay Kumar. Whether it's a big-budget entertainer or a critically acclaimed drama, Paresh brings a gravitas and authenticity that elevates the entire film. He's proof that longevity in Bollywood comes from pure talent and the willingness to constantly evolve.
Filmography
Welcome to the Jungle
2026
Maa Behen
2026
Bhooth Bangla
2026
Nikita Roy
2025
Thamma
2025
The Storyteller
2025
The Taj Story
2025
Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi
2025
Naam
2024
Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
2024
Jo Tera Hai Woh Mera Hai
2024
Sarfira
2024
Dream Girl 2
2023
Shastry Viruddh Shastry
2023
Aankh Micholi
2023
Shehzada
2023
Sharmaji Namkeen
2022
Toofaan
2021
Saina
2021
Hum Do Hamare Do
2021
Hungama 2
2021
Sir
2020
Made in China
2019
Uri: The Surgical Strike
2019
Patel Ki Punjabi Shaadi
2017
Dharam Sankat Mein
2015
Welcome Back
2015
Raja Natwarlal
2014
Rang Rasiya
2014
Zila Ghaziabad
2013
Table No. 21
2013
Himmatwala
2013
Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal
2012
OMG – Oh My God!
2012
Ready
2011
Rann
2010
No Problem
2010
Aakrosh
2010
Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge?
2010
Firaaq
2009
Paa
2009
De Dana Dan
2009
Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge
2009
Thodi Life Thoda Magic
2008
One Two Three
2008
Maharathi
2008
Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!
2008
Maan Gaye Mughal-e-Azam
2008
Mumbai Meri Jaan
2008
Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na
2008
Mere Baap Pehle Aap
2008
Buddha Mar Gaya
2007
Good Boy, Bad Boy
2007
Hattrick
2007
Cheeni Kum
2007
Fool & Final
2007
Bhool Bhulaiyaa
2007
No Smoking
2007
Welcome
2007
Malamaal Weekly
2006
Bhagam Bhag
2006
Jaane Hoga Kya
2006
Yun Hota Toh Kya Hota
2006
Golmaal: Fun Unlimited
2006
Phir Hera Pheri
2006
Chup Chup Ke
2006
36 China Town
2006
Deewane Huye Paagal
2005
Bachke Rehna Re Baba
2005
Hulchul
2004
Aan: Men at Work
2004
Dil Ka Rishta
2003
Hungama
2003
Baghban
2003
Aanch
2003
Fun2shh... Dudes in the 10th Century
2003
Kehtaa Hai Dil Baar Baar
2002
Awara Paagal Deewana
2002
Aankhen
2002
Hum Kisise Kum Nahin
2002
Nayak
2001
Yeh Teraa Ghar Yeh Meraa Ghar
2001
Hera Pheri
2000
Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani
2000
Bade Dilwala
1999
Achanak
1998
Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
1998
Zameer: The Awakening of a Soul
1997
Insaaf
1997
Ghulam-E-Mustafa
1997
Vijeta
1996
Bandish
1996
Nishana
1995
Milan
1995
Ravan Raaj: A True Story
1995
Dilwale
1994
Mohra
1994
Andaz Apna Apna
1994
Woh Chokri
1994
Phool Aur Angaar
1993
Krishan Avtaar
1993
Kayda Kanoon
1993
Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja
1993
Sir
1993
Pyar Pyar
1993
Parwane
1993
3.8
1992
Dushman Zamana
1992
Baharon Ke Manzil
1991
Swayam
1991
Prem Qaidi
1991
Awaargi
1990
Kabzaa
1988
Naam
1986