Manoj Joshi

Manoj Joshi

60 · Born: Sep 3, 1965

Personal Details

BornSep 3, 1965 Adpodra, Gujarat, India
Parents
  • Navneet Joshi

Biography

Manoj Joshi is a renowned Indian film and television actor, whose illustrious career in the entertainment industry spans over two decades. He began his journey in the world of theatre, performing in numerous Marathi, Gujarati, and Hindi productions, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

Throughout his career, Joshi has acted in over 60 films since 1998, many of which have been comedy roles that have endeared him to audiences. His earliest notable serials include Chanakya, Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka, Rau (Marathi),Sangdil, Kabhi Souten Kabhi Saheli, Khichdi (Occasional),and Mura Raska Mai La (Marathi),which paved the way for his future success.

Joshi's breakthrough came with his role as a comedian in the Priyadarshan-directed film Hungama, followed by notable performances in Hulchul, Dhoom, Bhagam Bhag, Phir Hera Pheri, Chup Chup Ke, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Billo Barber.

In addition to his film work, Joshi has also appeared in the Star Plus series Gulaal. His family background is marked by his father, Navneet Joshi, and his younger brother, the late actor Rajesh Joshi (d. 1998),who was a talented actor in his own right.

Born in Adapodara Village, near Himatnagar City, District Sabarkantha, Gujarat, Manoj Joshi's humble beginnings have not hindered his rise to fame, and he continues to entertain audiences with his impressive range of performances.

Career

2021
Rashmi Rocket
Rashmi Rocket as Ramnik Bhai
2020
Coolie No. 1
Coolie No. 1 as Manager
2019
Made in China
Made in China as Vhinde Bhai
2018
Kaashi in Search of Ganga
Kaashi in Search of Ganga as Kaashi's Lawyer
Fera Feri Hera Feri
Fera Feri Hera Feri as Hasmukhlal Jobanputra
Loveyatri
Loveyatri as Natthu Kaka
2017
Tamburo
Tamburo as Kirit Bhai
Judwaa 2
Judwaa 2 as Alex's Mama
2016
Thai Jashe!
Thai Jashe! as Chandrakantbhai Joshi
Sanam Re
Sanam Re as Mr. Handu
Ghayal Once Again
Ghayal Once Again as Home Minister Kaka Saheb
2015
I Love NY
I Love NY as Randhir's Friend (Cameo Appearance)
Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon
Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon as Deepika's Father
Dolly Ki Doli
Dolly Ki Doli as Dubeyji / Major SK Singh
2014
Bey Yaar
Bey Yaar as Y.B. Gandhi
Hasee Toh Phasee
Hasee Toh Phasee as Devesh Solank
Calling Mr. Joe B Carvalho
Calling Mr. Joe B Carvalho as Commissioner of Police P.S. Pandey
2013
Policegiri
Policegiri as Javeed Shiekh
2012
Khiladi 786
Khiladi 786 as Champaklal
Dabangg 2
Dabangg 2 as Shopkeeper (Special Appearance)
2011
Ready
Ready as Bharat Kapoor
Always Kabhi Kabhi
Always Kabhi Kabhi as Police Inspector
Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji
Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji as Waiter at Restaurant (Special Appearance)
Fakta Ladh Mhana
Fakta Ladh Mhana as Veer Dhwal
Masti Express
Masti Express as School Principal
Khatta Meetha
Khatta Meetha as Trigun Fatak
2009
Billu
Billu as Damodar Dubey
De Dana Dan
De Dana Dan as Brijmohan Oberoi
2008
Mere Baap Pehle Aap
Mere Baap Pehle Aap as Chirag Rane
2007
Guru
Guru as Ghanshyam Bhai
Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Bhool Bhulaiyaa as Badrinarayan 'Badri' Chaturvedi
Buddha Mar Gaya
Buddha Mar Gaya as ACP Ashwani Khandekar
2006
Chup Chup Ke
Chup Chup Ke as Pooja's Father
Vivah
Vivah as Bhagatji
Bhagam Bhag
Bhagam Bhag as Manubhai Gandhi
Phir Hera Pheri
Phir Hera Pheri as Kachra Seth
2005
Garam Masala
Garam Masala as Nageshwar Kapoor
Kyon Ki...
Kyon Ki... as Security Officer
2004
Dhoom
Dhoom as Shekhar
Aan: Men at Work
Aan: Men at Work as Manik Rao
Hulchul
Hulchul as Vakil
2003
Satta
Satta as Uddhav Pawar
Hungama
Hungama as Inspector Anand Waghmare
2002
Devdas
Devdas as Dwijdas Mukherjee
2001
Chandni Bar
Chandni Bar as Chandrakant Bhau
1999
Sarfarosh
Sarfarosh as SI Bajju