Nawazuddin Siddiqui has made a strong mark in Indian cinema, not just because of the films he’s been part of, but due to the depth he brings to his roles. Over the years, his consistent performances have earned him a respected place among actors. People often compare him to the late Irrfan Khan, who was known for some of Indian cinema’s finest work. Nawazuddin’s journey shows how passion and hard work can help overcome challenges. In a recent interview with Man’s World Magazine, he talked about coming to Mumbai with big dreams and, despite not fitting the usual hero image, managing to succeed—crediting actors like Irrfan Khan and Manoj Bajpayee for helping clear the path.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui credits Manoj Bajpayee and Irrfan Khan for breaking Bollywood stereotypes; says, “They gave us a lot of confidence and hope”
Nawazuddin shared that when he arrived in Mumbai, he witnessed how actors like Manoj Bajpayee and Irrfan Khan were already breaking stereotypes. With Satya released, Manoj was redefining norms in Bollywood. Reflecting on their impact, Nawaz said, “Manoj bhai and Irrfan bhai gave us a lot of confidence and hope.”
Nawazuddin Siddiqui shared that while he had no delusions about his looks, he had complete clarity about his abilities as an actor and was confident he would make an impact. “I knew that I had trained myself so well that even if I get a 40-second role, I will be able to make an impact on the audience. I was doing theatre in Delhi, but wasn’t earning enough to survive. I came to Mumbai thinking that I would earn some money, whatever is required for basic survival, by acting in television serials and picking up some bit roles in movies, and along with it, continue to do theatre. Agar kuchh bhi nehi mila toh I would put together a theatre group and do street plays. I just wanted to keep acting and keep honing my craft.”
Nawazuddin Siddiqui has been steadily showing his talent with every role he takes on. Audiences look forward to seeing what he does next. His recent film, Costao, received positive reviews and helped strengthen his reputation as a great actor. He has several projects underway and is currently busy shooting. Next, he will appear in Maddock Films’ horror-comedy Thama, starring alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Ayushmann Khurrana, which has people excited for another strong performance from him.
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