MUMBAI: Manoj Bajpayee’s career remains a masterclass in versatility and integrity. From his iconic breakthrough as Bhiku Mhatre in Satya to acclaimed performances in Shool, Pinjar, Zubeidaa, Gangs of Wasseypur, Aligarh, Bhonsle, and Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai, the actor has consistently gravitated towards meaningful, content-rich stories.
With multiple National Awards and Filmfare Awards to his name, he continues to be regarded as one of India’s finest acting talents.
His portrayal of Srikant Tiwari has further expanded his legion of admirers, reaffirming his status as a powerhouse in both cinema and digital entertainment.
In an exclusive conversation with TellyChakkar, Manoj Bajpayeeone of Hindi cinema’s most respected and multifaceted performers shed light on the recent buzz surrounding The Family Man 3, where he returns as the much-loved Srikant Tiwari.
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The actor also addressed the chatter around the Tiger–Pathaan reference in the new season, along with his thoughts on losing the National Award to Shah Rukh Khan.
Manoj sir, The Family Man 3 has finally arrived on Amazon Prime Video and is receiving fantastic reviews. However, social media has been buzzing about the Tiger and Pathaan reference. What is your take on it?
To be honest, social media has blown the entire thing out of proportion. The reference in the show actually comes from Srikant’s son, who watches animated spy series on OTT platforms. He simply asks his father what his code name should be. While shooting, it never crossed my mind that this could be linked to Tiger or Pathaan. It’s a very innocent moment, yet it has been interpreted in ways we never imagined.
Fans adored your performance in Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai. Many felt you were the frontrunner for the National Award, but it ultimately went to Shah Rukh Khan. How do you feel about that?
Over the years, every time the audience believed I deserved a National Award for a particular role, I didn’t win it. So I’ve learnt not to dwell on it. Whoever receives the award deserves to be celebrated. If I don’t win, I accept it with grace and move on.
Grounded, disciplined, and deeply committed to his craft, Manoj Bajpayee remains an enduring force—one whose work continues to elevate Indian storytelling across every medium.
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