Vijay Raaz
Vijay Raaz | |
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| Vijay Raaz at Bin Bulaye Baraati Bash Vijay Raaz at Bin Bulaye Baraati Bash | |
| Born | Vijay Raaz |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1999-present |
| Known for | Monsoon Wedding, Delhi Belly |
Vijay Raaz (Hindi: विजय राज़) is an Indian film actor. His breakthrough came when he played the role of Dubeyji in the movie Monsoon Wedding. Since then, Raaz has been cast in small, often comedic roles, in many Hindi movies, often depicting the character of a common man.[1]
Early life and career
Raaz was born and raised in Delhi where he attended PGDAV Evening College. While at college he was a part of the dramatic society The Players. He also appeared in plays at the National School of Drama. He decided to focus on a film career and moved to Mumbai where he received a role in Ram Gopal Varma's Jungle. Naseeruddin Shah had seen him perform at the NSD and recommended him to Mahesh Mathai for Bhopal Express and to Mira Nair for Monsoon Wedding.[2][3] After the success of Monsoon Wedding, Raaz received many roles. His first mainstream film cast as the leading actor was Raghu Romeo, a box office success where Raaz depicts the life of a confused lower-class Indian fellow.[4]
Personal life
Vijay Raaz is married to Krishna Raaz and has a daughter named Tanishka Raaz.
Raaz was arrested in Dubai in February 2005 for possession of drugs.[5]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Bhopal Express | Badru | |
| 2000 | Jungle | Desu | |
| 2000 | Dil Pe Mat Le Yaar | Raju Bhai | |
| 2001 | Aks | Yeda Yakub | |
| 2001 | Monsoon Wedding | P. K. Dubey | |
| 2002 | Company | Koda Singh | |
| 2002 | Lal Salaam | Ghisu | |
| 2002 | Shakti - The Power | Beeja | |
| 2002 | Road | Villager on the road | |
| 2003 | Mumbai Matinee | Baba Hindustani | |
| 2003 | Chura Liyaa Hai Tumne | Chingar | |
| 2003 | Pran Jaye Par Shaan Na Jaye | Ganpat (Narrator) | |
| 2003 | Khel | ||
| 2003 | Mudda - The Issue | ||
| 2004 | Love In Nepal | Tony | |
| 2004 | Run | Ganesh | |
| 2004 | Yuva | Friend Of Lallan Singh | |
| 2004 | Aan: Men at Work | Waman | |
| 2004 | Raghu Romeo | Raghu | |
| 2004 | Prarambh - The Beginning | Bholu | |
| 2004 | Morning Raga | Mr. Shastri | |
| 2005 | Mumbai Xpress | Digamber Bavdekar | |
| 2005 | Shabnam Mausi | Halima | |
| 2005 | Deewane Huye Paagal | Carrenter (Rocky's friend) | |
| 2006 | Fool and Final | Dinky (Munna's friend) | |
| 2006 | Bombay To Goa | Dasa | |
| 2007 | Dhamaal | Dev Kumar Malik | |
| 2007 | Anwar | Master Pasha | |
| 2007 | Welcome | Fake Director | |
| 2008 | Manoranjan | Subbu | |
| 2008 | Memsahab - Lost In A Mirage | ||
| 2009 | Delhi 6 | Inspector Ranvijay | |
| 2009 | Barah Aana | Yadav | |
| 2009 | Ek Se Bure Do | ||
| 2009 | Yeh Mera India | Noor | |
| 2010 | No Problem | The man trying to die | |
| 2010 | Ek Aadat | Natha Lal / Don | |
| 2010 | West Is West | Tanvir | |
| 2011 | Bin Bulaye Baraati | Chetta Singh | |
| 2011 | Delhi Belly | Somayajulu | |
| 2011 | Ek Tho Chance | Under Production | |
| 2011 | Naam | Delayed |
References
- ^ Interview with Vijay Raaz
- ^ "Vijay Raaz & Bollywood drug scandals". Sify.
- ^ "'Naseersaab recommended me for Monsoon Wedding'". Rediff. Retrieved December 18, 2001.
- ^ "MAMI awards: Raghu Romeo is best film". Times of India.
- ^ Actor Vijay Raaz 'held in Dubai with drugs'