In a film industry that thrives on stardom and self-promotion, Nawazuddin Siddiqui is refreshingly different. The acclaimed actor, known for some of Hindi cinema's most powerful performances, says he still does not consider himself a good actor, let alone an icon.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui on His Craft
Active in films since the late 1990s, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has delivered unforgettable performances in 'Gangs of Wasseypur', 'Manjhi: The Mountain Man', 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan', and 'Thackeray', earning widespread recognition as one of the most compelling performers of his generation. Yet, none of it has made him complacent. Talking about the same in an interview with DNA, he said, "I don't consider myself an icon. I haven't become an actor yet; I am still learning, still evolving."
Acting as a Lifelong Journey
For Nawazuddin Siddiqui, the craft of acting is not a milestone to be achieved but a continuous, demanding process. He has spoken openly about the patience and discipline it requires, summing it up simply: "Becoming a good actor is a lifelong pursuit, and even a lifetime feels too short for it."
Upcoming Projects and Recent Work
Audiences will next see him in projects titled 'Main Actor Nahi Hoon' and 'Noorani Chehra'. He has also been brought on board for the sequel of 'Tumbbad', where he is set to play the antagonist. Apart from these, he has five to six additional films already in the pipeline. In 2025, the actor featured in 'Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders' as Inspector Jatil Yadav and Aditya Sarpotdar's 'Thamma' as Yakshasan. 'Thamma' is the fifth installment in the Dinesh Vijan-backed horror comedy universe, also starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna. The film was released in theaters in October last year.
