Danish Iqbal

Actor, Assistant Professor, Scriptwriter, Director

Indian Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Assistant Professor, Scriptwriter, Director
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth13/01/1978
Age48 years
BirthplacePrayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India

Latest News about Danish Iqbal

21/05/2026

Danish Iqbal is listed in connection with the film 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', where he appears as the character 'Bade Sahab'. The project has been described as a major spy-thriller release, and his role has drawn significant attention because the character is reported to be inspired by the life of the infamous underworld figure Dawood Ibrahim. This portrayal has become one of the most talked-about elements of the upcoming film.

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Bio/Wiki

Danish Iqbal is an Indian actor, assistant professor, scriptwriter, and director known for his powerful screen presence and versatile acting range. He has steadily risen to recognition through his deep commitment to character-building and grounded performance style. Born in Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), he was drawn to the arts early in a culturally vibrant environment. Before achieving mainstream recognition, he spent years working in theatre, short films, and supporting roles across independent cinema. His breakthrough came with the web series 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', where he portrayed the infamous underworld figure 'Bade Sahab' (inspired by Dawood Ibrahim), a role that immediately drew attention for its nuance and depth.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 8" (173 cm)
Eye ColourBlack
Hair ColourLight Brown

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi
  • Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, London
  • Allahabad University
Qualifications
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Acting from NSD (2002)
  • Master of Arts in Classical Acting from Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (2005)
  • Master of Arts in Classical Acting from Central School of Speech and Drama, London (2005)

Personal Life

ReligionIslam
Marital StatusMarried

Career

Debut
Film
  • A Mighty Heart (2007)
  • Faraaz (2022)
TVJasoos Vijay (2006)
WebseriesAranyak (2021) as Govind Agarwal
Famous RoleAs Dilshad Mirza in the webseries Maharani 2 (2022)
Awards & Achievements
  • Gandhian Philosophy Award
  • Lassa Kaul Award
  • National Award for Best Drama (3 times)
  • Mohan Rakesh Samman
  • Public Service Broadcasting Award
  • Ghalib Award for contribution to theatre
  • Jamia Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award (2021)
Notable Works
  • Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026) as Bade Sahab
  • The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case as DIG Amod Kanth
  • Maharani 2 (2022) as Dilshad Mirza
  • Faraaz (2022)
  • Aranyak (2021)
  • The Hunt (2024)
Other Roles
  • Assistant Professor at Anwar Jamal Kidwai Mass Communication Research Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia University
  • Guest Lecturer of classical acting at National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Renowned theatre actor with over three decades of experience in acting.
2. Grew up in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
3. Completed postgraduate diploma in Acting from NSD in 2002.
4. Received a scholarship from Charles Wallace.
5. Completed master's in classical acting from Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2005.
6. Has appeared in more than 100 theatre shows.
7. Established the FM Gold channel at All India Radio.
8. Served as Producer-In-Charge in the Central Drama Unit of All India Radio.
9. Worked as Programme Executive at Radio Kashmir.
10. Served as Officer-In-Charge of the Rainbow India Channel.
11. Directed his first film, Sadho, in 2019.
12. Completed master's in classical acting from Central School of Speech and Drama, London in 2005.
13. Born in India and drawn to the arts early in a culturally vibrant environment.
14. Has written and directed over 41 stage plays, 57 documentaries, and 31 Dastangoi scripts.
15. Known for blending traditional storytelling with contemporary themes.
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