Manoj Bajpayee is among the most versatile actors in Indian cinema. Throughout his two-decade-long career, the actor has taken on many challenging roles and delivered memorable performances. From web series to award-winning films, he has done it all. Now, the actor is all set to portray a new and unique character in the upcoming movie Bhaiyya Ji. Helmed by Apoorv Singh Karki, the movie is still a few days away from its theatrical debut.
Ahead of Bhaiyya Ji, movie lovers can check out the following Manoj Bajpayee’s movies and web series. From The Family Man to Silence 2, the list includes his best work.
The Family Man
Manoj Bajpayee’s Srikant Tiwari from The Family Man is one of the most beloved characters in a web series. His sarcasm and fearlessness have a separate fan base. Created by Raj & DK, the celebrated director duo, the web series follows the story of Srikant, an undercover secret agent. While he has to tackle dangerous missions, he also has to manage his family. The way he balances both his professional and personal lives forms the crux of the show.
So far, two seasons of The Family Man have been released, and both have worked extraordinarily well. Besides Bajpayee, the series also stars Priyamani, Sharib Hashmi, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Sharad Kelkar, Sunny Hinduja, and others. The Family Man 2 saw South Indian actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu in a pivotal role. The show’s third season is currently in production, and Bajpayee will join the shoot after the release of Bhaiyya Ji.
Both seasons of the web series are available on Amazon Prime Video.
Killer Soup
Manoj Bajpayee’s first project of the year 2024 was the crime thriller web series Killer Soup. The actor played not one but two distinct roles opposite Konkona Sen Sharma. One was of an amateur masseuse, Umesh, who loves his married girlfriend, Swathi (played by Konkona Sen Sharma), dearly and wants to elope with her. The other one was of a notorious businessman and Swathi’s husband, Prabhakar, who dreams of owning a lavish resort. However, it is Swathi who cooks the story of the show while aiming to open her restaurant.
Killer Soup has an IMDb rating of 6.3 on 10. The show is streaming on Netflix.
Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout
Manoj Bajpayee’s last outing was the crime thriller Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout. He reprised his role as ACP Avinash, a narcotics officer, as another high-profile murder takes place. Helmed by Aban Bharucha Deohans, the movie is the official sequel to the 2021 film Silence… Can You Hear It?
The movie’s official synopsis reads, “ACP Avinash Verma investigates the killing of a minister’s assistant in a mass shootout. As his team delves deeper into the case, a darker conspiracy is revealed.”
The movie’s cast also features Prachi Desai, Sahil Vaid, Parul Gulati, and others. Produced by Zee Studios, the movie is available on ZEE5.
Gangs Of Wasseypur Part 1
Director Anurag Kashyap presented Manoj Bajpayee in the most unique and violent role in Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 1. The actor played the lead role of Sardar Khan in the movie, which featured an ensemble cast. Richa Chadha, Piyush Mishra, Jaideep Ahlawat, Pankaj Tripathi, Jameel Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Huma Qureshi, Rajkummar Rao, and others played pivotal roles in the film franchise.
Gangas of Wasseypur – Part 1 is available to watch on Amazon Prime Video. Its official synopsis reads, “A clash between Sultan and Shahid Khan leads to the expulsion of Khan from Wasseypur, and ignites a deadly blood feud spanning three generations.”
Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai
The 2023 legal drama Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai created a storm on social media. Manoj Bajpayee portrayed the character of a lawyer in the film who defends a minor victim against a powerful godman in an assault case. The movie is inspired by true events. It has an IMDb rating of 8 out of 10, as Bajpayee’s work was highly appreciated by the viewers.
The movie’s synopsis reads, “Inspired by true events, this ZEE5 Original film showcases the long-drawn legal battle a sessions court lawyer carries out against a godman accused of assaulting a minor girl. Will justice prevail?”
Joram
Manoj Bajpayee amazed everyone with his look in the 2023 film Joram. The intense drama and emotions of this thriller caught a lot of attention from the audience. Devashish Makhija directed the movie, which also features Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Smita Tambe, Rajshri Deshpande, and others.
Despite the movie’s failure at the box office, it was appreciated by the viewers. It is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
In conclusion, Manoj Bajpayee has done it all in the industry. With his impeccable acting in web series like The Family Man, he has broken records. The buzz around his upcoming movie Bhaiyya Ji is already high, as fans are excited to watch him in a rugged role. Furthermore, the movie’s trailer fueled the anticipation around it.
Bhaiyya Ji is slated to release on May 24, 2024, and it would be interesting to watch its box-office collection.
