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Abhay Deol

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  • Born 15 March 1976
  • Place of Birth Mumbai
  • Occupation Actor
  • Education Jamnabai Narsee School
  • Years active 2005-present

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ABOUT abhay deol

Abhay Deol: A Career Defined by Independent Spirit and Diverse Roles Abhay Deol, born March 15, 1976, has carved a niche for himself in Hindi cinema, known as much for his eclectic roles as for his advocacy of parallel cinema. His debut in Imtiaz Ali’s Socha Na Tha (2005) launched him into the industry, followed by critically acclaimed performances in independent films like Manorama Six Feet Under (2007) and Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! (2008). Deol’s portrayal of Dev in Anurag Kashyap’s Dev.D (2009), a contemporary take on the classic Devdas, marked a turning point, showcasing his versatility. His role in Zoya Akhtar’s ensemble hit Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011) brought him wider commercial success and a Filmfare Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. While balancing commercially successful films like Raanjhanaa (2013) and Happy Bhag Jayegi (2016), Deol continued to explore diverse characters in independent productions such as Road, Movie (2010) and Chakravyuh (2012). His recent work includes the Tamil film Hero (2019) and the Netflix series Trial By Fire (2023). Beyond acting, Deol established Forbidden Films in 2009, actively contributes to philanthropy, and remains a prominent voice supporting independent filmmaking in India. His career is defined by a commitment to challenging roles and a dedication to cinema beyond mainstream Bollywood.

abhay deol FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Trial by Fire
  • Trial by Fire

    ( 2023 )

  • Bun Tikki
  • Bun Tikki

    ( 2025 )

  • Jungle Cry
  • Jungle Cry

    ( 2022 )

  • Idhu Vedhalam Sollum Kadhai
  • Idhu Vedhalam Sollum Kadhai

    ( Not Final )

  • 1962: The War in the Hills
  • 1962: The War in the Hills

    ( 2021 )

  • Velle
  • Velle

    ( 2021 )

  • Spin
  • Spin

    ( 2021 )

  • JL50
  • JL50

    ( 2020 )

  • Major Minors
  • Major Minors

    ( 2020 )

  • Hero
  • Hero

    ( 2019 )

  • Line of Descent
  • Line of Descent

    ( 2019 )

  • Born to Stand Out
  • Born to Stand Out

    ( 2019 )

  • Chopsticks
  • Chopsticks

    ( 2019 )

  • What are the Odds?
  • What are the Odds?

    ( 2019 )

  • Zero
  • Zero

    ( 2018 )

  • Nanu Ki Jaanu
  • Nanu Ki Jaanu

    ( 2018 )

  • Happy Bhaag Jayegi
  • Happy Bhaag Jayegi

    ( 2016 )

  • Time Traveller
  • Time Traveller

    ( 2015 )

  • Rock the Shaadi
  • Rock the Shaadi

    ( 2014 )

  • One by Two
  • One by Two

    ( 2014 )

  • Raanjhanaa
  • Raanjhanaa

    ( 2013 )

  • Bollywood Carmen
  • Bollywood Carmen

    ( 2013 )

  • Meridian Lines
  • Meridian Lines

    ( 2013 )

  • Chakravyuh
  • Chakravyuh

    ( 2012 )

  • Shanghai
  • Shanghai

    ( 2012 )

  • Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
  • Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

    ( 2011 )

  • Aisha
  • Aisha

    ( 2010 )

  • Road, Movie
  • Road, Movie

    ( 2009 )

  • Dev.D
  • Dev.D

    ( 2009 )

  • Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!
  • Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!

    ( 2008 )

  • Manorama: Six Feet Under
  • Manorama: Six Feet Under

    ( 2007 )

  • Ek Chalis Ki Last Local
  • Ek Chalis Ki Last Local

    ( 2007 )

  • Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.
  • Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.

    ( 2007 )

  • Ahista Ahista
  • Ahista Ahista

    ( 2006 )

  • Socha Na Tha
  • Socha Na Tha

    ( 2005 )

  • Pal Yeh Hai Pyar Ke Pal
  • Pal Yeh Hai Pyar Ke Pal

    ( 1999 )

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abhay deol AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Male Actor
  • The Cosmopolitan Fun Fearless Awards for Best Male Actor - 2012

  • Breakthrough Talent of the Year
  • The GQ Men of the Year Awards for Breakthrough Talent of the Year - 2009

  • Most Stylish Man of the Year
  • The HELLO! Hall of Fame Awards, India for Most Stylish Man of the Year - 2011

  • Best Song of the Year
  • The Mirchi Music Awards, IN for Best Song of the Year - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Ensemble Cast
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Ensemble Cast - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Actor in a Leading Role
  • The e4m Play Streaming Media Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role - 2024 Trial by Fire

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ABHAY DEOL NEWS

'Don't be so hard on yourself': Abhay Deol shares seven tips to deal with burnout

June 07, 2022 6:02 pm

"Just recognise the fact that we live in a highly competitive, polarised world and fast-paced world," Abhay said

Abhay Deol on claims of being difficult to work with, lazy: 'Dibakar Banerjee told me negative stories will be deliberately printed'

May 27, 2022 8:33 am

Abhay Deol said that he got angry at director Dibakar Banerjee, after negative stories were published about him ahead of the release of Shanghai.

Abhay Deol on Jungle Cry: World Cup victory of underprivileged kids need to be celebrated

May 24, 2022 4:08 pm

Directed by Sagar Ballary, Abhay Deol's Jungle Cry will release on Lionsgate Play on June 3.

Abhay Deol calls Dev D director Anurag Kashyap 'gaslighter', enters North-South debate: 'There's a mish-mash happening'

May 24, 2022 3:05 pm

Abhay Deol entered the North-South debate, said that there was a bit of a 'mish-mash' happening now.

Abhay Deol says he's 'getting married', but neglects to reveal to whom

May 18, 2022 9:00 am

Abhay Deol has long cultivated a bachelor image, with his bohemian lifestyle in Goa, lack of public link-ups, and smoldering looks on Instagram.

Jungle Cry trailer: Abhay Deol promises a riveting sports drama

May 13, 2022 7:38 pm

Jungle Cry is based on the true story of a few underprivileged tribal boys who try their luck at the International Junior Rugby Tournament. It stars Abhay Deol, Stewart Wright, and Atul Kumar, among others.

When Abhay Deol addressed his 'demotion' in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, called Raanjhana 'regressive'

May 08, 2022 9:18 am

Actor Abhay Deol has never held back from giving a scathing criticism of his own films.

'Gentlemen' Bobby Deol and Abhay Deol meet and greet overjoyed kids after dinner, watch video

May 06, 2022 6:05 pm

Cousins Abhay Deol and Bobby Deol posed with fans on Thursday night, after getting together for dinner.

Abhay Deol's Manorama Six Feet Under: The neo-noir film that steered the actor's career in a new direction

March 15, 2022 2:14 pm

This film came to Abhay Deol at a point when he had only done romantic comedies. But in 2007, with Manorama Six Feet Under, Deol played a version of himself that had never been seen on screen before.

Step inside Abhay Deol's 'glass house in the middle of the forest', with private pool and stunning views of nature

February 02, 2022 10:28 am

Actor Abhay Deol gave a tour of his lush Goa property, which has stunning views of nature, a private pool, and large glass doors.

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