2016 has been extremely rewarding and satisfying for me as an actor says Manoj Bajpayee

Actor Manoj Bajpayee proves yet again that he is one of the finest performers in Bollywood. Last year, the two time national award winner had enthralled the audiences with his outstanding and unique performance in critically acclaimed films like Aligarh, Budhia Singh: Born to Run, Traffic and Saat Uchakkey.  Be it commercial films or short-films like Taandav, Kriti and Ouch the actor has made a strong impact in audiences mind.

From winning international awards to getting recognition at prominent film festival, to now receiving not one but two awards at the popular Bollywood award ceremony -62nd Filmfare Awards 2017, this talented actor is creating a record in itself.  Awarded as Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor (Male) for Aligarh and Best Actor (Male) in a Short Film for Taandav, it’s time for double celebration for the fine actor.

2016 has been extremely rewarding and satisfying for me as an actor. The year has given me many reasons to celebrate. All my releases this year, Budhia Singh-born to run, Aligarh, Saath Uchakke, Traffic; as well as the shorts like Taandav, Kriti and Ouch have been wonderful experiences. Here is what I hope 2017 to be like. Looking forward to more opportunities to experiment and evolve as an actor as well as a person. Hope to see the audience support the great content in the cinema halls. I hope Budhia Singh runs again. I hope the critics will critique than criticize. I hope for more peace in the world and our country. I hope we are more tolerant towards each other, says Manoj Bajpyee.

Manoj Bajpayee to spend New Year’s with family in Singapore

Talented actor Manoj Bajpayee had a busy and eventful year of 2016. From receiving several international and national recognition for his outstanding performance in ‘Aligarh’,  to delivering fine performances in critical acclaimed films Budhia Singh: Born to Run, Traffic and Saat Uchakkey, this year has given Manoj many reasons to celebrate.  Amidst his busy shooting schedules, the fine actor has managed to remove some time for his family and will be flying off to Singapore to ring in the New Year.

The two times national award winner, Manoj is known to be a family man and had always mentioned the importance of family in his life.  According to source close to Manoj reveals, this year the versatile actor was nominated/awarded at many esteemed film festivals like Asia Pacific Film Festival in Brisbane (Australia), Mosaic International South Asian Film Festival (MISAFF), 7th Jagran Film Festival and many more. His film 'Aligarh' was also screened in festivals like Busan International Film Festival, South Asian Film Festival of Paris, Dallas/Fort Worth South Asian Film Festival (DFW SAFF) to name a few.  It was an eventful year for Manoj which kept him busy throughout therefore he thought New Year’s would be a much deserving break for him and his family.

Confirming about his New Year plans, Manoj Bajpayee said, “Yes I will spend my new years in Singapore with my family. It’s a beautiful place and what better than bringing in the forthcoming year with your close people! I am highly satisfied with the way 2016 has gone and I am really looking forward for the coming year to be even more fun filled and fruitful.”

At work front, Manoj Bajpyee will be seen in Ram Gopal Verma’s Sarkar 3 with legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan, Tabrez Noorani’s Love Sonia,  Dipesh Jain’s In the Shadow, Neeraj Pandey's Missing and many more interesting projects which are going to be announced soon.

Manoj Bajpayee nominated for Best Actor at the 10th Annual Asia Pacific Screen Awards

The two times National Award winning actor Manoj Bajpayee seems to be on his way for some more accreditations considering the kind of love he is receiving from across the globe. With so much appreciation coming his way not only from India but also from all over the world, the fine actor has been winning millions of hearts with his phenomenal performances.

It started with the premiere of his film ‘Aligarh’ at the Busan Film Festival to being invited as the chief guest to inaugurate the South Asian Film Festival of Paris where his film Aligarh was a topic of discussion amongst a panel consisting of well acclaimed personalities from the Film Fraternity from across the globe and also his cult classic film series ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ and his short film ‘Taandav’ was screened for the cinema lovers there.

The talented actor now goes on to be nominated by the 10th Annual Asia Pacific Screen Awards, Brisbane, Australia; for the Best Actor category for his performance in ‘Aligarh’. Nominated for such a prestigious award, Manoj has been pitted against well renowned actors from Asia.

“It is gratifying to be appreciated for all the hard work I have put to what I have achieved till now. There’s no stopping, there is a lot more to achieve; but the overwhelming response garnered from so many people, across the globe gives me the inspiration to perform better every time. I am thankful to all my loved ones and fans who have been my inspiration and have motivated me to do good work.” says the ecstatic Manoj Bajpayee.

He has portrayed different and challenging characters and has proved to be one of the finest actors that Indian Cinema Fraternity has and can count upon. The versatile actor plays a big role in promoting Indian Cinema, Talent and Culture across the Indian Boundaries, in to the hearts of various Cinema lovers in the world. With so much appreciation and recognition internationally, seems like the ‘Global Icon’ feather will soon be tucked in Manoj’s hat.