Vijay Raaz is an Indian actor and director. He was born on 5 June 1963 in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. His zodiac sign is Gemini. He earned a graduate degree from Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi. He also attended National School of Drama. 

He is married to Krishna Raaz. They have a daughter Tanishka Raaz.

Vijay Raaz’s favourites

His hobbies include reading books and performing. 

His favourite actor is Naseeruddin Shah.

Interesting facts about Vijay Raaz

During his college days, he was a member of the drama society called ‘The Players.’

He joined the National School of Drama to hone his acting skills. Then, he moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting. 

Vijay Raaz’s debut

In the year 1999, Vijay Raaz made his acting debut with the film ‘Bhopal Express.’

He gained popularity after playing the role of ‘Dubey Ji’ in Mira Nair’s 2001 film ‘Monsoon Wedding.’ His co-actors were Naseeruddin Shah, Shefali Shah, Lillete Dubey and Tillotama Shome. 

Vijay Raaz’s lead role

In the year 2004, Vijay Raaz played his first leading role in the film ‘Raghu Romeo.’

Vijay Raaz is popular in the Hindi film industry for portraying comic roles in films like ‘Dhamaal,’ ‘Lootcase,’ ‘Delhi Belly,’ ‘Bombay to Goa,’ ‘Welcome,’ ‘No Problem,’ ‘Dream Girl,’ and ‘Delhi-6.’

Vijay Raaz’s filmography

In the 2014, Vijay Raaz made his directorial debut with the film ‘Kya Dilli Kya Lahore.’

Some of Vijay Raaz’s other popular films are, Sherni (2021), Kaaki Sattai (2015), Janhit Mein Jaari (2022), Gully Boy (2019), Lupt (2018), Chopsticks (2019), Dedh Ishqiya (2014), Gali Gali Chor Hai (2012), Soorma (2018), Gulabo Sitabo (2020), Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022), Kathal (2023), and Dream Girl 2 (2023).