Manoj Bakshi is an Indian actor, who works in the theatre, film, and television industries. He is best known for his roles in the films Delhi Belly (2011), Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012), Gori Tere Pyaar Mein (2013), Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015), Junooniyat (2016), Madaari (2016) and Hamari Paltan (2018).
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Wiki/Biography
Manoj Bakshi was born on Wednesday, 13 October 1965 (age 58; as of 2023) in New Delhi, India. His zodiac sign is Libra. He studied at DAV School, Chennai and Don Bosco Mat. Hr. Sec. School, Chennai. After that, he went to Delhi University and Vikramajit Singh Sanatan Dharma College, Uttar Pradesh to pursue higher education. [1]Facebook – Manoj Bakshi
Manoj Bakshi’s childhood picture
Physical Appearance
Height: 6′ 3″
Weight (approx.): 95 kg
Hair Colour: Salt n Pepper
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 44 inches; Waist: 40 inches; Biceps: 13 inches
Family
Parents & Siblings
His father’s name was S.P. Bakshi. He has a sister whose name is Ritu Bakshi.
Manoj Bakshi with his mother
Manoj Bakshi with his sister
Wife & Children
Manjo Bakshi is married.
Manoj Bakshi with his wife
He has two children; one son and one daughter. His son’s name is Karan Bakshi while his daughter’s name is Shreya Bakshi.
Children of Manoj Bakshi
Career
Theatre
Manoj Bakshi stepped into the world of acting in 1980 as a theatre artist. He has done acting in various plays in Uttar Pradesh for 18 years. Some of his famous plays include Chandramukhi, Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya O Jamyai Nai, Curfew, Yaaddasht Mubarak, Heroine No.1, Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga, Mahabhoj, Muawze, Til Ka Taad, Dil Ki Dukaan, Samaryatra, Is Dard Ki Dawa Kahaan, Kath Ki Gadi, Baby, and many more.
Film
Hindi
Manoj has appeared in several Bollywood films but mostly in supporting roles. He debuted in the Hindi film industry by playing the role of Principal of Madhuban in the film Kya Kehna in 2000.
Kya Kehna (2000)
After that, he appeared in the film Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! (2008), Do Dooni Chaar (2010), Delhi Belly (2010), No One Killed Jessica (2011), Hair Is Falling (2011), Hum Do Bhagode (2011), Ab Hoga Dharna Unlimited (2012), Hate Story (2012), Miss Lovely (2012), Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012), Jolly LLB (2013), Dreamz: The Movie (2013), Kajarya (2013), Khwaabb! (2014), Unfreedom (2014), Dear vs Bear (2014), Mumbai Delhi Mumbai (2014), The Lost Salesman of Delhi (2014), Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015), Gori Tere Pyaar Mein (2016), Happy Bhaag Jayegi (2016), Junooniyat (2016), Madaari (2016), When Obama Loved Osama (2018), San 84 Justice (2019), Panipat (2019), Doordarshan (2020), Kaamyaab (2020), Secret Pocketmaar (2021), 10 Nahi 40 (2022), Pyaar Ki Policy (2023), and many more.
In the film Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015), he played the role of Qureshi (Pakistani Policeman) and his role managed to gain a lot of popularity.
Manoj Bakshi in Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015)
In the film Panipat (2019), he played the controversial role of King Surajmal which also gained a lot of appreciation and popularity.
Panipat (2019)
Hanyanvi
Manoj has acted in Haryanvi films like Hero No. 1, Chindi Pahalwan, and many more.
Bhojpuri
Some of his Bhojpuri films are Thavey Ki Bhwani, Jiyana Ke Aar Par, Pyar Karla Lage Na Dahej, Pyasi Aatma, and many more.
Punjabi
He has also acted in a few Punjabi films like Mukhtyaar Chadha, Kudi Serr Munda Sawa Serr, and many more.
Web Series
Manoj has appeared in several web series like It’s My Pleasure (2020), Purvanchal Diaries (2021), The Golden Harvest (2022), etc.
Awards, Honours, Achievements
- Manoj Bakshi has won several awards and honours.
Manoj Bakshi receiving an award
Favourites
- Actor: Amitabh Bachchan
- Beverage: Coffee
Facts/Trivia
- Manoj Bakshi has a special connection with Kalka, a town in the district of Panchkula. Whenever he travels to Shimla (HP), he often visits Kalka and spends time with his dear ones at that place.
- He is often invited as a chief guest on various occasions and events.
- He often goes to the gym to maintain his fitness.
Manoj Bakshi in the gym
- Manoj is often seen drinking alcohol and smoking cigarettes on various occasions. [2]Instagram – Manoj Bakshi [3]Instagram – Manoj Bakshi
- He is an animal lover.
- He is an environmentalist and is often seen planting trees on various occasions.
Manoj Bakshi planting trees
- Manoj Bakshi enjoys theatre more in comparison to films. He feels that while doing theatre, an artist gets the live reaction of the audience. But on the other hand, the theatre has less scope due to financial reasons. [4]Instagram – Manoj Bakshi
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