Danny Denzongpa
Biography
Tshering Phintso Denzongpa, widely known by his acting name Danny Denzongpa, is an Indian actor born on February 25, 1948. Of Sikkimese ancestry, he was born in Sikkim when it was an independent Bhutia monarchy, and he is an ethnic Bhutia whose mother tongue is Bhutia. Denzongpa has worked primarily in Bollywood and Hindi films, with a career that also includes acting in Nepali movies, singing Indian and Nepali songs, and working occasionally in Bengali and international projects. His known Hindi film credits include Asoka and 16 December. Alongside his career as an actor, playback singer, and film director, he is also known as a liquor baron.
Career overview
Tshering Phintso Denzongpa, widely known by his acting name Danny Denzongpa, is an Indian actor born on February 25, 1948, in Sikkim, which was at that time an independent Bhutia monarchy. He is of Sikkimese descent and belongs to the ethnic Bhutia group, with Bhutia as his mother tongue. He has also been credited under the name Tsering Phuntsok Denzongpa and is additionally known as a playback singer, film director, and liquor baron.
Denzongpa began his career by singing Indian and Nepali songs and acting in Indian and Nepali movies. Among his musical works, his Nepali song Kaanchi lai ghumaune Kathmandu Sahara remains famous among Nepali people. Over the course of his career, he has built an extensive filmography primarily in Hindi, along with occasional work in Bengali and Nepali. His work includes numerous Hindi films such as Asoka and 16 December.
With 158 known acting credits listed in film databases, his career spans decades and includes starring roles in international projects alongside his work in Bollywood.
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158 titles- Uunchai (2022) as Bhupen
- Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019) as Ghulam Ghous Khan
- Bioscopewala (2018) as Rehmat Khan
- Naam Shabana (2017) as Feroz Ali Khan
- Baby (2015) as Feroze Khan
- Bang Bang! (2014) as Omar Zafar
- Jai Ho (2014) as Dashrat Singh
- Boss (2013) as Big Boss
- Enthiran (2010) as Dr Bohra
- Acid Factory (2009) as Om
- Luck (2009) as Lakhan Tamaang
- Karzzzz (2008) as Kabira
- Chamku (2008) as Baba
- Big Brother (2007) as Police Commissioner Kudheshwar Negi
- Frozen (2007) as Karma
- Hattrick (2007) as David Anna
- Dil Jo Bhi Kahey... (2006) as Narrator
- Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo (2004) as Colonel Ashfaque Khan / Captain K.K. Madan
- Shikaar (2004) as Darshan Damania
- Yeh Mohabbat Hai (2002) as Aman Khan
- Ab Ke Baras (2002) as DCP Sikander Baksh
- 16 December (2002) as Veer Vijay Singh
- Soch (2002) as Nautiyal
- Jagira (2001)
- Moksha: Salvation (2001)
- Aśoka (2001) as Virat
- Indian (2001) as Shankar Singhania
- Officer (2001)
- Pukar (2000) as Abhrush
- Kohram (1999)
- Silsila Hai Pyar Ka (1999) as Jabhal Khargoshi
- Dahek A Burning Passion (1999) as Jabbar Bahkshi
- Saino (1998)
- Saino (1998) Writer
- Saino (1998) Screenplay
- China Gate (1998) as Maj. Ranjir Singh Gurung
- Zulm-O-Sitam (1998)
- Vinashak (1998) as Jailer Lankeshwar
- Seven Years in Tibet (1997) as Regent
- Himalay Putra (1997) as Narsingh Rana
- Dhaal (1997) as Advocate Vishwaraj Diwan
- Udaan (1997) as Mr. Rana
- Ghatak (1996) as Katya
- Army (1996) as Naagraj
- Rajkumar (1996) as Ali
- Shastra (1996) as Babu
- Faisla Main Karungi (1995)
- Barsaat (1995) as ACP Neghi
- Sarhad (1995) as Kundecha
- Vijaypath (1994) as Dilawar Ujagar Singh
- 1942: A Love Story (1994) as Major Bisht
- Krantiveer (1994) as Chatursingh Chita
- Chauraha (1994)
- Sangram (1993)
- Gurudev (1993)
- Prateeksha (1993) as Dinesh Khanna
- Dhartiputra (1993)
- Khuda Gawah (1992) as Khuda Baksh
- Balwaan (1992) as Bhaiji
- Antam (1992) as JP Shetty
- Khule-Aam (1992) as INSP. Uday Singh / INSP. Ranvir Singh Rathod
- Yodha (1991)
- Hum (1991) as Bhaktawar
- Sanam Bewafa (1991) as Sher Khan
- Lakshmanrekha (1991) as Birju
- First Love Letter (1991) as Thakur Ajit Singh
- Pyar Ke Naam Qurban (1990) as Thakur Yeshwant Singh
- Sheshnaag (1990) as Aghori
- Agneepath (1990) as Kancha Cheena
- Gunahon ka devta (1990) as Raghuveer
- Shandaar (1990) as Dhaga
- Sau Saal Baad (1989)
- Paanch Papi (1989)
- Khoj (1989) as Anthony
- Kasam Suhag Ki (1989) as Lohari
- Jung Baaz (1989) as Mahakal
- Shehzaade (1989) as Thakur Rai Bahadur Roshan Singh
- Saaya (1989) as Rakesh
- Galiyon Ka Badshah (1989) as Inspector Vijay
- Commando (1988) as Ninja
- Yateem (1988) as Girivar Prasad Mathur
- Gunahon Ka Faisla (1988) as Dacoit
- Jeete Hain Shaan Se (1988) as Balwant
- Mera Shikaar (1988)
- Paap Ki Duniya (1988) as Pasha
- Shoorveer (1988) as Shankar
- Gone to Waste (1988)
- Mardon Wali Baat (1988)
- Zalzala (1988)
- Aag Hi Aag (1987) as Daulat Singh
- Deewana Tere Naam Ka (1987) as Shambhu
- Diljalaa (1987) as Ratanmuni Gupta
- Bhagwaan Dada (1986) as Shambu Dada
- Adhikar (1986)
- Oonche Log (1985)
- Zulm Ka Badla (1985) as Shambhu / Bunty
- Pyar Jhukta Nahin (1985) as Bhanu Pratap
- Jawaab (1985) as Seth. Jagmohan
- Aandhi-Toofan (1985) as Balvir
- Yudh (1985) as Chinoy/Gama Mateen
- Aitbaar (1985) as Inspector Barua
- Paththar (1985) as Major Balwant Rai
- Maha Shaktimaan (1985)
- Meraa Dost Meraa Dushman (1984) as Shaitan Singh
- Dharm Aur Qanoon (1984)
- Jagir (1984) as Danny
- Manzil Manzil (1984) as Gautam (Pahadi Baba)
- Andar Baahar (1984) as Shamsher Singh 'Shera'
- Kanoon Kya Karega (1984) as Raghuvir Singh
- Boxer (1984) as Dharma
- Farishta (1984) as Ustad
- Karishmaa (1984)
- Siskiyan (1983)
- Sampoorna Mahabharat (1983) as Karna
- Andhaa Kaanoon (1983) as Akhbar Ali
- Naukar Biwi Ka (1983) as Himself
- Mujhe Insaaf Chahiye (1983) as Dayashankar Ray
- Hum Se Hai Zamana (1983) as Karan Kalicharan
- Lovers (1983)
- Love Story (1981) as Ram Dogra
- Hum Se Badkar Kaun (1981) as Raju / Johny
- Bulundi (1981) as Ranjeet Singh Lobo / Manjeet Singh Lobo
- Chunaoti (1980)
- The Burning Train (1980) as Randhir
- Bandish (1980) as Kapilkumar
- Abdullah (1980) as Khaleel
- Phir Wahi Raat (1980) as Ashok
- Phir Wahi Raat (1980) Director
- Choron Ki Baaraat (1980) as Heera
- Kali Ghata (1980) as Kishore
- Griha Pravesh (1979) as Danny
- Lahu Ke Do Rang (1979) as Suraj
- Naya Daur (1978)
- Laal Kuthi (1978) as Dev
- Paapi (1977) as Abdul (as Danny Danzongappa)
- Chandi Sona (1977) as Vikram
- Aashiq Hoon Baharon Ka (1977)
- Gumrah (1976)
- Laila-Majnu (1976) as Prince Bahksh
- Fakira (1976) as Ajay / Toofan
- Kalicharan (1976) as Shaaka
- Zorro (1975) as Sher Singh (as Danny Denzogapa)
- Dharmatma (1975) as Jankura (as Danny)
- Aakhri Daao (1975) as Robert
- Ponga Pandit (1975) as Rocky
- Ghatna (1974)
- Chor Machaye Shor (1974) as Raju Ustad
- 36 Ghante (1974) as Dilawar Khan
- Nai Duniya Naye Log (1973)
- Dhund (1973) as Thakur Ranjit Singh
- Khoon Khoon (1973)
- Chalaak (1973)
- Rakhi Aur Hathkadi (1972) as Raja
- Zaroorat (1972) as Danny
- Milap (1972) as Raju
- Mere Apne (1971) as Sanju
- Suman (1970) as Candy Man
- Angry Young Man (1970) as Painter Friend
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Danny Denzongpa best known for?
Danny Denzongpa is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Boss (2013), Big Brother (2007), Moksha: Salvation (2001), Aśoka (2001).
When and where was Danny Denzongpa born?
Danny Denzongpa was born on February 25, 1948 in Sikkim, India.
How many credits does Danny Denzongpa have?
Danny Denzongpa has accumulated over 158 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1970 to 2022.
What is Danny Denzongpa's background in cinema and television?
Tshering Phintso Denzongpa, widely known by his acting name Danny Denzongpa, is an Indian actor born on February 25, 1948. Of Sikkimese ancestry, he was born in Sikkim when it was an independent Bhutia monarchy, and he is an ethnic Bhutia whose mother tongue is Bhutia. Denzongpa has worked primarily in Bollywood and Hi...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Ghatak (1996) as Katya — aged about 48
- Seven Years in Tibet (1997) as Regent — aged about 49
- Love Story (1981) as Ram Dogra — aged about 33
- Aśoka (2001) as Virat — aged about 53
- Moksha: Salvation (2001) — aged about 53
- Boss (2013) as Big Boss — aged about 65
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