Sushant Singh
Sushant Singh (born 9 March 1972) is an Indian actor, television presenter, and author renowned for his supporting roles in Hindi cinema and his hosting duties on crime-based television programs.[1][2][3] Born in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, Singh began his acting career with a notable debut as the gangster Veer in Ram Gopal Varma's crime drama Satya (1998), which marked his entry into Bollywood as a versatile character actor.[1][2] He gained further recognition for his portrayal of the bandit leader Durga Narayan Chaudhary in Jungle (2000) and as freedom fighter Sukhdev in The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002), the latter earning him the Sansui Viewer's Choice Award for Best Supporting Actor.[4] His filmography includes critically acclaimed performances in Lakshya (2004), Mom (2017), Lipstick Under My Burkha (2017), Pailwaan (2019), Good Luck Jerry (2022), Tumko Meri Kasam (2025), and Ek Chatur Naar (2025).[5][1] In television, Singh hosted the popular crime anthology series Savdhaan India, initially on Life OK from 2012 and later on Star Bharat until 2019, where he narrated real-life cases to raise awareness about safety and justice, though he stepped away amid controversies including his participation in protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act; he returned to host Savdhaan India: Criminal Decoded on Star Bharat starting in 2023.[6][7][8] Beyond acting and hosting, he has contributed to literature as a co-author of the non-fiction book Queens of Crime (2019) with Kulpreet Yadav, which profiles notable female criminals in India based on extensive research.[3][9] Singh is married to actress Molina Singh and served as the Honorary Secretary of the Cine and TV Artistes' Association (CINTAA) until 2020, advocating for industry welfare.[1][10]Early life and education
Childhood and family
Sushant Singh was born on 9 March 1972 in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, India, into a middle-class family.[1][11] His father served as a government employee, embodying the typical constraints and yesmanship required in such roles, which influenced Singh's perspective on societal structures.[11] Raised in Bijnor, Singh engaged with fine arts during his formative years, fostering an early creative inclination.[12] In 1996, he moved to Mumbai to chase opportunities in acting, but encountered early hurdles.Formal education
Sushant Singh completed his secondary education at Birla Vidya Mandir, a residential public school in Nainital, Uttarakhand.[12] He pursued higher education at Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi, where he earned a degree in English Literature.[12] During his time at the university, Singh actively participated in fine arts activities, including theater, which ignited his passion for performing arts.[13] Following his graduation, Singh relocated to Mumbai to embark on an acting career, supplementing his academic foundation with practical involvement in local theater groups to refine his craft.Acting career
Film debut and initial roles
Sushant Singh, who had nurtured aspirations in theatre since joining Ebrahim Alkazi's Living Theatre Academy in 1992, transitioned to cinema without prior uncredited or small film roles, marking his screen debut in 1998 with Ram Gopal Varma's Satya. In the film, he portrayed Pakya, a loyal yet volatile associate of the gangster Bhiku Mhatre, a role that required embodying the raw intensity of Mumbai's underworld. Prior to shooting, writers Anurag Kashyap and Saurabh Shukla briefed him extensively on the character's psyche, helping him prepare for the demanding goon persona through hours of makeup tests and discussions on mannerisms.[14] As a newcomer, Singh faced significant challenges on the Satya set, including being denied basic amenities like a chair, forcing him to sit on bricks during breaks, and enduring verbal abuse from Varma's assistant who even tore his pyjama in frustration.[15] His theatre training proved invaluable here, enabling him to maintain immersion in the scene until the director called cut, a discipline that impressed Varma during his first shot.[16] These experiences highlighted the hurdles of breaking into Bollywood as an outsider, where securing consistent opportunities remained difficult amid competition and the industry's hierarchical dynamics.[17] Following Satya, Singh appeared in minor supporting roles that often reinforced initial typecasting in negative or antagonistic characters, such as the suspicious Inspector Qureshi in the thriller Kaun? (1999), directed by Ram Gopal Varma.[18] He continued in similar veins in early 2000s projects like Josh (2000), where he played a street-smart ally with rough edges, reflecting the persistent challenge of being pigeonholed into intense, villainous parts despite his efforts to diversify.[19] To prepare for these roles, Singh drew on method-oriented techniques from his theatre days, immersing himself in character backstories to convey authenticity in high-stakes confrontations.[18]Breakthrough in Jungle and subsequent acclaim
Sushant Singh was cast as the formidable antagonist Durga Narayan Chaudhary, a ruthless bandit leader, in the 2000 survival thriller Jungle, directed by Ram Gopal Varma. In the film, his character commands a gang that takes a group of tourists hostage in a dense forest, showcasing a chilling blend of menace and authority through intense physicality and dialogue delivery. The movie proved to be a commercial success, earning approximately ₹12.1 crore worldwide against a modest budget, with ₹8.10 crore nett in India, and was deemed an average to hit performer at the box office.[20][21] Singh's gripping portrayal received widespread critical acclaim for its raw intensity, earning him the IIFA Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role and the Zee Cine Award for Best Villain in 2001, marking a significant recognition in his early career.[22][23] This breakthrough elevated Singh's profile, attracting media spotlight and a surge in offers for villainous and intense character roles that capitalized on his established expertise in antagonistic parts, as evidenced by subsequent acclaimed performances in period dramas like Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar (2000).[11]Diverse roles in Hindi and regional cinema
Following his breakthrough in Jungle (2000), which showcased his intensity as the bandit Durga Narayan Chaudhary, Sushant Singh diversified his career by portraying Sukhdev Thapar, the steadfast associate of Bhagat Singh, in the historical drama The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002). Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the film depicted the revolutionaries' fight against British colonial rule, allowing Singh to embody a patriotic and idealistic figure, a departure from his earlier antagonistic persona. This role highlighted his range in period settings and earned him nominations for Best Supporting Actor at the 2003 IIFA Awards and the 2003 Screen Awards.[24][4] In the mid-2000s, Singh embraced action-heavy narratives in Hindi cinema, playing the resolute aspiring police officer Mohan in the vigilante thriller Dum (2003), where he pursued justice amid corruption, and the cunning Pakistani captain Jalal Akbar in the war drama Lakshya (2004), contributing to tense battlefield sequences opposite Hrithik Roshan. These performances marked his experimentation with positive, duty-bound characters, blending physical demands with emotional depth to appeal to broader audiences in commercial entertainers. He further explored social themes in films like Matrubhoomi: A Nation Without Women (2003), addressing gender imbalance through a layered supporting role. Singh's foray into regional cinema began with the Telugu action comedy Dubai Seenu (2007), where he played the menacing antagonist Jinnah Bhai, a Dubai-based don, adapting his commanding presence to the film's high-energy humor and dialect-driven dialogues. This venture, directed by Sreenu Vaitla, introduced him to South Indian storytelling rhythms, requiring adjustments to regional idioms and ensemble dynamics. He continued this expansion with bilingual projects like Rakta Charitra (2010), a gritty crime saga inspired by real events, where his portrayal of a key figure demanded sensitivity to Telugu cultural contexts, such as familial loyalties and vendettas, underscoring the demands of multilingual work while affirming his cross-industry appeal.[25]Transition to supporting and character roles
In the 2010s, Sushant Singh shifted his focus from lead roles to more nuanced supporting and character parts, allowing him to explore complex characters within larger narratives. This evolution was evident in his portrayal of the antagonist Mandar Mhatre in the 2014 thriller Hate Story 2, where he embodied a larger-than-life villain after a two-year hiatus from films; Singh has noted his initial apprehension about embracing a negative role, viewing it as a deliberate choice to challenge his image and add depth to the genre.[26] His earlier diverse experiences in lead roles across Hindi and regional cinema informed this transition, enabling him to prioritize ensemble dynamics and character subtlety over solo stardom. In the 2015 action film Baby, Singh played Wasim Khan, a pivotal terrorist operative in an ensemble cast led by Akshay Kumar, contributing to the film's tense operational sequences through a restrained yet menacing performance that highlighted his ability to support high-stakes plots without overshadowing the leads.[27] He further showcased versatility in Airlift (2016) as Tom Xaviers, a key figure in the evacuation drama, and in Mom (2017) as a detective aiding in a revenge thriller.[1] Singh's approach to character development in these ensemble casts emphasized psychological layering and relational tensions, as seen in his role as Rahim Aslam, the patriarchal husband in the 2017 drama Lipstick Under My Burkha, where he portrayed a controlling figure whose interactions with Konkona Sen Sharma's character underscored themes of suppressed desires within a family unit. Similarly, in the 2019 sports drama Pailwaan, his depiction of the antagonist Raja Rana added moral complexity to the wrestling-centric story, focusing on power dynamics rather than overt heroism. In Good Luck Jerry (2022), he appeared in a supporting role in the black comedy. By November 2025, Singh had participated in over 50 films, including cameos and contributions to diverse projects that spanned genres and occasionally touched international collaborations, such as supporting turns in multilingual productions, with an upcoming role in Tumko Meri Kasam (2025).[28] In reflections on his career, Singh has stressed the importance of selective role choices for sustainability, advising aspiring actors to maintain financial independence and say "no" to mismatched opportunities to foster longevity and artistic integrity over fleeting stardom.[29][30]Television and media work
Early television appearances
Sushant Singh entered television acting in 2002 with the medical drama Dhadkan, portraying Dr. Alan Fernandes, a dedicated former army doctor working in a high-pressure hospital environment. Aired on Sony Entertainment Television, the series depicted the professional and personal challenges faced by medical professionals, providing Singh an opportunity to explore a nuanced, empathetic character distinct from his earlier intense film portrayals.[31][1] Following a brief hiatus after his breakthrough in films like Jungle (2000), which had elevated his visibility, Singh transitioned to television for more consistent work and to demonstrate his range in supporting roles within Hindi serials. This move allowed him to engage with serialized narratives that demanded sustained character development amid production demands. In 2007, he joined Virrudh: Har Rishta Ek Kurukshetra on Sony TV as Sushant Sharma, an idealistic journalist navigating family dilemmas and ethical conflicts opposite leads Smriti Irani and Vikram Gokhale. Singh was attracted to the role for its romantic and principled depth, marking a departure from the action-oriented parts that defined his cinematic start.[32][33] By 2010, Singh appeared in the Star Plus drama Zindgi Ka Har Rang... Gulaal as Dushyant, the ambitious cousin entangled in a tale of rural resilience centered on a young woman's unique ability to locate water sources. The series highlighted themes of community and personal ambition, further showcasing his versatility in ensemble-driven stories. These early television roles from 2002 to 2010 enabled Singh to adapt to the rigors of daily shoots and evolving plotlines, refining his approach to audience engagement through relatable, everyday characters.[34]Hosting and presenting roles
Sushant Singh joined the Hindi-language crime anthology series Savdhaan India in 2012 as its primary host on Life OK, where he narrated dramatized accounts of real-life criminal incidents to educate viewers on safety and prevention.[6] The show, later moving to Star Bharat, featured episodes that delved into various societal issues, including crimes against women such as domestic violence and harassment, emphasizing empowerment and vigilance through storytelling.[35] Singh's tenure lasted until 2021, during which he occasionally co-hosted segments with actors like Mohit Malik and Gaurav Chopra, contributing to over 3,000 episodes that reached millions of households; during this period, he faced a brief ouster in late 2019 following his participation in protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act, but returned to continue hosting.[6][36][7] Singh's hosting style was marked by a direct, empathetic delivery that connected emotional narratives with practical advice, often urging audiences to report suspicious activities and support law enforcement.[37] This approach helped the program foster public discourse on crime prevention, particularly in urban and rural India, where episodes highlighted real cases to promote awareness without sensationalizing violence.[37] His efforts were recognized by police authorities for amplifying community engagement with law enforcement, as the show encouraged viewers to share information on ongoing investigations and underscored the role of collective responsibility in combating social crimes.[38] In 2023, Singh returned to host the new season Savdhaan India: Criminal Decoded on Star Bharat, which aired from September 26, 2023, to March 2, 2024.[39] Beyond Savdhaan India, Singh took on occasional presenting roles at television events and award functions, leveraging his authoritative on-screen presence to introduce segments and interact with audiences in a manner that blended gravitas with approachability.[40] These appearances reinforced his reputation as a versatile media personality committed to using platforms for social good, though his core impact remained tied to crime awareness initiatives.[41]Other professional activities
Writing and authorship
Sushant Singh ventured into writing with his debut book, Queens of Crime: True Stories of Women Criminals from India, co-authored with Kulpreet Yadav and published by Penguin in May 2019.[42] The 288-page work presents ten real-life accounts of notorious female criminals in India, exploring their descent into crime driven by factors such as dysfunctional families, sexual abuse, greed, and distorted moral compasses.[42] These narratives, drawn from painstaking research, depict raw and violent acts that challenge stereotypes about women's involvement in crime, including involvement in water mafias, forced prostitution, and drug peddling.[43] Singh's motivation for the book stemmed from his nearly seven-year tenure as host of the crime-based reality show Savdhaan India, where he encountered numerous stories of criminality that inspired him to delve deeper into print narratives.[44] This transition allowed him to examine the psychological and societal triggers behind women's criminal actions in a non-judgmental, third-person style, avoiding portrayals of them solely as victims.[43] The book received positive reception for its engrossing and riveting storytelling, offering a diverse overview of crime genres that appeals to true-crime enthusiasts, though its disturbing content may unsettle newcomers to the genre.[43] It was praised for jolting readers with its depiction of depravity while providing insightful context on underrepresented aspects of Indian criminal history.[44]Involvement in film industry organizations
Sushant Singh was elected as the Honorary General Secretary of the Cine and TV Artistes' Association (CINTAA) in 2019, a key industry body representing actors' welfare in the Indian film and television sectors. In this role, he focused on advocating for members' rights, including addressing issues like sexual harassment by announcing the formation of a dedicated sub-committee to investigate complaints.[45] His leadership also involved strengthening the association's stance on ethical matters, such as the revocation of actor Alok Nath's membership following allegations against him, which Singh described as a move that bolstered CINTAA's integrity.[46] During the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, Singh played a pivotal role in CINTAA's relief efforts for daily wage artistes and other affected members, coordinating financial aid and support amid widespread industry shutdowns. He publicly thanked high-profile donors like Hrithik Roshan, whose Rs 25 lakh contribution helped over 4,000 daily wage artists through CINTAA's initiatives.[47] Additionally, under his guidance, CINTAA assured members of assistance if they chose not to resume shoots during the health crisis, prioritizing safety and welfare.[48] Singh's tenure ended with his resignation in June 2020, tendered on June 7 and accepted shortly thereafter, citing a desire for fresh leadership with new ideas to guide the association forward.[49] Post-resignation, he has continued to engage peripherally with industry welfare discussions but has not taken up prominent administrative roles in other film federations or committees. His extensive acting career spanning over two decades lent credibility to his administrative contributions within CINTAA.Personal life
Family and relationships
Sushant Singh is married to Molina Singh, a professional Odissi dancer who pursued her training after their marriage and the birth of their children, maintaining a career outside the film industry. The couple has built a family life centered in Mumbai, where they prioritize privacy amid Singh's professional commitments.[50] They have two children: a son, Shivaaksh Singh, and a daughter, Kuhu Singh. Singh has spoken sparingly about his role as a father, emphasizing the importance of shielding his family from media scrutiny while ensuring quality time together despite his schedule involving film shoots and television hosting.[51][52] Raised in a traditional Jat family in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, he maintains close ties with his immediate family.[51][53]Interests and public persona
Sushant Singh has demonstrated a strong interest in true crime narratives, co-authoring the 2019 book Queens of Crime with Kulpreet Yadav, which compiles real-life stories of female offenders in India to highlight societal factors driving women to crime.[54] This fascination extends to his professional choices, such as hosting the crime reenactment series Savdhaan India, where he emphasized educating viewers on prevention and awareness over mere dramatization.[38] He has also spoken of enjoying occasional vacations as a way to unwind from his demanding schedule.[55] Singh's philanthropic efforts include supporting disaster relief, notably by organizing a rock concert fundraiser in Delhi and a planned photo exhibition to aid the rehabilitation of Uttarakhand flood victims in 2013.[56] In 2015, he launched a women's help desk at Lucknow's Charbagh Bus Station to facilitate reporting of harassment and safety concerns, underscoring his focus on empowering women against everyday threats.[57] Publicly, Singh is perceived as approachable and down-to-earth, often crediting his grounded outlook to a simple lifestyle centered on family responsibilities and financial stability rather than stardom's excesses.[55] His candid demeanor shines in media engagements, where he bluntly shares frustrations with industry norms, and he maintains an active social media presence on platforms like Twitter to voice opinions on social matters, though his account has been temporarily suspended multiple times due to legal requests from Indian authorities.[58][59]Filmography
Feature films
Sushant Singh debuted in feature films with the role of Pakya in the Hindi crime thriller Satya (1998), directed by Ram Gopal Varma.[60] His subsequent appearances span over 50 films across Hindi and Telugu cinema, with notable roles in breakthrough projects like the action-adventure Jungle (2000) as Durga Narayan Chaudhary, the biographical drama The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002) as Sukhdev Thapar, the erotic thriller Hate Story 2 (2014) as Mandar Mhatre, and the action spy film Baby (2015) as Waseem Khan.[61] These roles highlight transitions from supporting characters in early career phases to antagonistic and pivotal parts in later works.[62] The following table presents a chronological overview of his feature film appearances:| Year | Title | Role | Director | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Satya | Pakya | Ram Gopal Varma | Hindi |
| 1999 | Kaun? | Qureshi | Ram Gopal Varma | Hindi |
| 2000 | Josh | Gotiya | Mansoor Khan | Hindi |
| 2000 | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar | Pramod Kumar | Jabbar Patel | Hindi |
| 2000 | Jungle | Durga Narayan Chaudhary | Ram Gopal Varma | Hindi |
| 2002 | 16 December | Victor | Mani Shankar | Hindi |
| 2002 | The Legend of Bhagat Singh | Sukhdev Thapar | Rajkumar Santoshi | Hindi |
| 2003 | Dum | Mohan | E. Nivas | Hindi |
| 2003 | Darna Mana Hai | Serial Killer | Prawaal Raman | Hindi |
| 2003 | Samay: When Time Strikes | Satya | Robby Grewal | Hindi |
| 2004 | Kuch To Gadbad Hai | Jai B. Khanna | Sunil Nayar | Hindi |
| 2004 | Paisa Vasool | Inspector Kamble | Srini | Hindi |
| 2004 | Lakshya | Capt. Jalal Akbar | Farhan Akhtar | Hindi |
| 2005 | D | Deshu | Vishram Sawant | Hindi |
| 2005 | Matrubhoomi: A Nation Without Women | Sooraj | Manish Jha | Hindi |
| 2005 | Sehar | SPP Malik | Kabeer Kaushik | Hindi |
| 2005 | Shikhar | John Matthew Matthan | Hindi | |
| 2006 | Waris Shah: Ishq Daa Waaris | Manoj Punj | Punjabi | |
| 2006 | Family | Rajkumar Santoshi | Hindi | |
| 2007 | Red: The Dark Side | Vikram Bhatt | Hindi | |
| 2007 | Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag | Ram Gopal Varma | Hindi | |
| 2007 | Laaga Chunari Mein Daag: Journey of a Woman | Pradeep Sarkar | Hindi | |
| 2008 | Mukhbir | Mani Shankar | Hindi | |
| 2008 | Hulla | Jaideep Varma | Hindi | |
| 2009 | Mumbai Cutting | Sudhir Mishra | Hindi | |
| 2009 | Baabarr | Ashu Trikha | Hindi | |
| 2009 | Mohandas | Mazhar Kamran | Hindi | |
| 2009 | Toss: A Flip of Destiny | Ramesh Khatkar | Hindi | |
| 2010 | Idiot Box | Sunanda Mitra | Hindi | |
| 2010 | Lahore | Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan | Hindi | |
| 2010 | Paathshaala | Milind Ukey | Hindi | |
| 2010 | Knock Out | Mani Shankar | Hindi | |
| 2010 | Musaa: The Most Ruthless Man in the World | Himanshu Bhatt | Hindi | |
| 2010 | Rakt Charitra | Ram Gopal Varma | Hindi/Telugu | |
| 2010 | Mirch | Vinay Shukla | Hindi | |
| 2011 | Yeh Saali Zindagi | Sudhir Mishra | Hindi | |
| 2012 | Chaar Din Ki Chandni | Samir Karnik | Hindi | |
| 2013 | Four Two Ka One | Shashank Shah | Hindi | |
| 2013 | Kirchiyaan | Hindi | ||
| 2014 | Gunday | Ali Abbas Zafar | Hindi | |
| 2014 | Hate Story 2 | Mandar Mhatre | Vishal Pandya | Hindi |
| 2015 | Baby | Waseem Khan | Neeraj Pandey | Hindi |
| 2015 | Dirty Politics | K. C. Bokadia | Hindi | |
| 2017 | Lipstick Under My Burkha | Shireen's husband | Alankrita Shrivastava | Hindi |
| 2019 | Cheel Zadap | Hindi | ||
| 2019 | Pailwaan | S. Krishna | Telugu | |
| 2022 | Good Luck Jerry | Daler Singh | Sidharth Sengupta | Hindi |
| 2025 | Inn Galiyon Mein | Ajay Tiwari | Avinash Das | Hindi |
| 2025 | Tumko Meri Kasam | Supporting role | Vikram Bhatt | Hindi |
| 2025 | Ek Chatur Naar | Inspector Triloki | Umesh Shukla | Hindi |
Television series and shows
Sushant Singh began his television career in the early 2000s with supporting roles in medical and family dramas, gradually transitioning to lead characters and digital platforms. His small-screen work spans traditional broadcast series on channels like Sony TV and Star Plus, as well as web series on streaming services such as ZEE5 and Netflix. Over two decades, he has portrayed diverse characters ranging from doctors and family patriarchs to military officers and political figures, often emphasizing themes of conflict, resilience, and crime.[1][63] His acting credits include notable series where he played pivotal roles, contributing to narratives on personal dilemmas and societal issues. In addition to acting, Singh hosted crime-based shows, using his presence to highlight real-life cases and cautionary tales, though these are detailed separately. The following table outlines his key television and digital series appearances chronologically, focusing on roles and platforms.| Year(s) | Series/Show | Role | Platform | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2002 | Dhadkan | Dr. Alan Fernandes | Sony TV | A stern army doctor in this medical drama exploring hospital ethics and patient stories.[64] |
| 2007–2008 | Virrudh: Har Rishta Ek Kurukshetra | Sushant Sharma | Sony Entertainment Television | Vasudha's husband in a family saga depicting generational conflicts and moral dilemmas.[65][66] |
| 2010–2011 | Zindagi Ka Har Rang...Gulaal | Dushyant | Star Plus | Supporting role in a story of a water diviner navigating rural challenges and relationships.[67][68] |
| 2019 | Yehh Jadu Hai Jinn Ka! | Junaid Khan | Star Plus | Patriarch of a family entangled in supernatural events involving jinns and generational curses.[69][70] |
| 2019 | Rangbaaz Phirse | Jairam Godara | ZEE5 | Loyal associate to a gangster in this crime drama inspired by real events in Rajasthan's underworld.[71][72] |
| 2019–2023 | City of Dreams | Jagan Hejmadi / Anna | Disney+ Hotstar | Dual role as a political aide and antagonist in a multi-season thriller on Mumbai's power struggles.[73][74] |
| 2020 | A Simple Murder | Himmat | SonyLIV | Key figure in a black comedy about mistaken identity leading to a contract killing gone wrong.[75][76] |
| 2021 | Jeet Ki Zid | Colonel Ranjeet Chaudhary | ZEE5 | Military officer supporting the protagonist's recovery in a biographical drama based on a real army officer's life.[77][78] |
| 2023 | Rafuchakkar | Sarvesh Pathania | JioCinema | Investigative officer pursuing a con artist in this heist comedy blending scams and chases.[79][80] |
| 2023 | The Freelancer | Inayat Khan | Disney+ Hotstar | Antagonist in an espionage thriller involving a rescue mission in war-torn Syria.[81][82] |
| 2023 | Rana Naidu | Tej Naidu | Netflix | Family member entangled in the fixer protagonist's crises in this action-crime adaptation.[83][84] |
| 2024 | IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack | Lt. General Ravi Shankar | Netflix | Special operations officer during the 1999 Indian Airlines hijacking crisis (cameo).[85][86] |
| 2025 | Bindiya Ke Bahubali | DSP Murli Majhi | Amazon MX Player | Role in crime drama series about family gangsters and power struggles. |
| 2025– | Crime Alert | Host | Dangal 2 | Hosting crime anthology series narrating real-life cases. |