Vinay Pathak

Vinay Pathak

57 · Born: Jul 12, 1968

Personal Details

BornJul 12, 1968 Bhojpur District, Bihar, India

Biography

Vinay Pathak is a renowned Indian actor, celebrated for his remarkable versatility and impressive performances in numerous Bollywood films. Born in Bhojpur, Bihar, India, Vinay initially pursued a career in advertising before making a successful transition to acting, demonstrating his remarkable adaptability and dedication to his craft.

Vinay Pathak's journey in the entertainment industry began with theater, where he refined his acting skills and gained recognition for his exceptional talent. He later ventured into television and achieved success with shows like "Hip Hip Hurray," showcasing his natural acting style and impressive comedic timing.

His breakthrough in Bollywood came with the critically acclaimed film "Bheja Fry" (2007),directed by Sagar Ballary. Vinay played the lead role of Bharat Bhushan, a quirky tax inspector, and his impeccable comic timing earned him widespread acclaim. The success of "Bheja Fry" established Vinay as a talented actor in the industry, particularly in the genre of comedy, solidifying his reputation as a master of comedic timing.

Vinay Pathak went on to deliver notable performances in films like "Khoya Khoya Chand" (2007),"Dasvidaniya" (2008),and "Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi" (2008),showcasing his remarkable ability to portray diverse characters with depth and authenticity. "Dasvidaniya," in particular, where he played a terminally ill man fulfilling his bucket list, earned him critical acclaim for his nuanced portrayal.

Apart from his prowess in comedy and drama, Vinay Pathak has also demonstrated his versatility in various genres, including suspense thriller "Johnny Gaddaar" (2007) and romantic drama "Antardwand" (2010),showcasing his impressive range and adaptability as an actor.

In addition to his film career, Vinay Pathak has continued his association with theater and has been a part of several successful plays. His commitment to his craft and ability to immerse himself into a wide range of characters have made him a respected and sought-after actor in the Indian film industry, with a reputation for his remarkable versatility and dedication to his craft.

Career

2020
Chintu Ka Birthday
Chintu Ka Birthday as Madan Tiwary
2019
Dust
Dust as Dr. Sharda
Luka Chuppi
Luka Chuppi as Vishnu Trivedi
Chhappad Phaad Ke
Chhappad Phaad Ke as Sharad Gupchup
Mitin Mashi
Mitin Mashi as Rustam Jariwala
Axone
Axone as Gajender Chauhan - Landlord
Khajoor Pe Atke
Khajoor Pe Atke as Ravinder Sharma
2015
Badlapur
Badlapur as Harman
Island City
Island City as Suyash Chaturvedi
2013
Bajatey Raho
Bajatey Raho as Mintoo Hasan
2011
Chalo Dilli
Chalo Dilli as Manu Gupta
Antardwand
Antardwand as Madhukar Sahi
My Name Is Khan
My Name Is Khan as Jitesh (Hotel Owner)
Straight
Straight as Pinu Patel
2008
Dasvidaniya
Dasvidaniya as Amar Kaul
Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi
Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi as Balwinder 'Bobby' Khosla
2007
Aaja Nachle
Aaja Nachle as Mr. Chojar
2006
Khosla Ka Ghosla!
Khosla Ka Ghosla! as Asif Iqbal
2005
Water
Water as Rabindra
2003
Jism
Jism as DCP Siddharth
1997
Fire
Fire as Guide at Taj Mahal