PremiumLiked Killer Soup? Here are 6 binge-worthy titles with top performance by Manoj Bajpayee and where to watch them on OTT
From Satya to The Family Man, let's take a look at some of the most memorable films and shows of Manoj Bajpayee that have won over fans.
Last Updated: 05.37 PM, Jan 21, 2024
Manoj Bajpayee, who is renowned for playing complex characters with ease, has added Killer Soup to his repertoire of films. The comedy crime thriller, also starring Konkana SenSharma, debuted on Netflix on January 11, 2024, and is currently one of the top shows on the platform.
The actor gave us several renowned characters and movies in the span of his career. So let's take a look at some of his most memorable films and shows that have won over fans.
Satya on SonyLIV
We all remember the iconic dialogue, "Mumbai ka king kaun? ... Bhiku Mhatre", thanks to Manoj Bajpayee's character and the way he performed it. The suspenseful cult thriller Satya was produced and directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The movie's premise centers on Satya (JD Chakravarthy), who becomes entangled in the criminal underworld following an incident at the dance bar. When he joins the local don Bhiku Mhatre's (Manoj Bajpayee) group, the plot gets more complicated. The film also has a parallel plot that centers on the love story of Satya and Vidya (Urmila Matondkar). Bajpayee's remarkable performance in the 1998 film even earned him a National Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Gangs Of Wasseypur on Netflix, Prime Video, Jio Cinema
In the revenge drama Gangs of Wasseypur, directed by Anurag Kashyap, Sardar Khan (Manoj Bajpayee) seeks to kill Ramadhir Singh (Tigmasnhu Dhulia) to exact revenge for the death of his father. The impact of Khan's actions on his relationships with those around him is another major theme of the film. Pankaj Tripathi, Richa Chadha, and Tigmasnhu Dhulia are among the rest of the ensemble cast of the film.
Sonchiriya on Zee5
Sonchiriya, which is set in the 1970s, tells the tale of a band of robbers while bringing up important cultural themes in India. The film, which is based on true events and stars Ashutosh Rana, Manoj Bajpayee, Bhumi Pednekar, Ranvir Shorey, and late actor Sushant Singh Rajput in pivotal roles, is set amid the Chambal Valley's ravines.
Pinjar on Prime Video
Pinjar, a period drama starring Urmila Matondkar, Manoj Bajpayee, and Sanjay Suri, is based on Amrita Pritam's book of the same name. It tells the story of a young girl who is compelled to marry the man who abducted her when her family rejects her. Any lover of Manoj Bajpayee's performances should not miss the highly regarded film.
Aligarh on Prime Video, Zee5, Jio Cinema, MX Player
Aligarh is a biographical film directed by Hansal Mehta that narrates the life story of Dr Shrinivas Ramchandra Siras, a professor at the Aligarh Muslim University. The film depicts how his personal and professional lives were upended by a sting operation. In the highly regarded film, Manoj Bajpayee plays the main character.
The Family Man on Prime Video
Manoj Bajpayee collaborated with renowned directors Raj and DK for the much-loved show, The Family Man. The widely acclaimed series centers on T.A.S.C. agent Srikant Tiwari (Manoj Bajpayee), who attempts to reconcile his obligations to his family with his duty to defend his nation from grave threats.