Vijay Raaz

Vijay Raaz is one of Bollywood's most versatile character actors, a Delhi guy who's been stealing scenes since his 1999 debut with Bhopal Express. But the real turning point? Playing the unforgettable Dubeyji in Monsoon Wedding (2001), which introduced audiences to his natural comic timing and charisma. Since then, he's appeared in over 90 films and become the guy you're genuinely excited to see pop up on screen. Whether he's cracking you up in cult comedies like Run and Dhamaal, playing menacing gangsters in Delhi Belly and Dedh Ishqiya, or holding his own in prestige projects like Gangubai Kathiawadi and Gully Boy, Raaz has proven he's got range that goes way beyond the typical supporting actor lane. What makes Vijay Raaz special is his ability to elevate any scene with authenticity and humor, even when he's playing the heavy. His gruff baritone voice—which he's leveraged for countless voice-over gigs—has become almost as iconic as his deadpan expressions. Beyond acting, he's also tried his hand at directing with Kya Dilli Kya Lahore in 2014, showing his interest in storytelling from behind the camera too. In recent years, he's continued to bag meaty roles in films like Stree and Lootcase, proving that Bollywood's character actors who bring real substance to their work never really go out of style.