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Bobby Deol

Bobby Deol is an Indian film actor known for his work in Hindi cinema.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Bobby Deol is an Indian film actor known for his work in Hindi cinema. He is the son of actor Dharmendra and began his career as a child artist before making his adult lead debut in the 1995 film Barsaat. He later became known for films such as Gupt, Soldier, Humraaz, and for his streaming-era roles in Aashram and Class of '83.

Early life and family

Bobby Deol was born Vijay Singh Deol in Mumbai to actor Dharmendra and Prakash Kaur. He is part of the Deol family, which includes his brother Sunny Deol.

Film career

He began as a child artist in Dharam Veer (1977) and later made his lead debut in Barsaat (1995). He rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s with films such as Gupt, Soldier, and Humraaz.

Career resurgence

After a quieter period in mainstream cinema, he returned to wider attention through streaming projects and later film roles. His performances in Aashram, Class of '83, and Animal brought him renewed visibility.

Awards and recognition

Bobby Deol received the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for Barsaat. He also received a Filmfare Best Actor nomination for Humraaz.

Key facts

  • Bobby Deol is an Indian actor who primarily works in Hindi films.
  • He appeared as a child artist in Dharam Veer (1977).
  • His adult lead debut was in Barsaat (1995), for which he won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
  • He has appeared in notable films including Gupt, Soldier, and Humraaz.
  • He gained renewed prominence through projects such as Aashram and Animal.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Bobby Deol?
Bobby Deol is an Indian actor known for his work in Hindi cinema and for films such as Barsaat, Gupt, Soldier, and Humraaz.
What is Bobby Deol’s real name?
His birth name is Vijay Singh Deol.
When was Bobby Deol born?
He was born on 27 January 1969.
Who are Bobby Deol’s parents?
His parents are actor Dharmendra and Prakash Kaur.
What was Bobby Deol’s first lead film?
His first lead role was in Barsaat (1995).
What is Bobby Deol known for in recent years?
He has been widely recognized for his performances in Aashram, Class of '83, and Animal.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0219967/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth, family background, and early career details.
  2. TMDb — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/77235-bobby-deol?language=en-US
    Supports: Nationality, profession, career span, and filmography overview.
  3. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_Deol
    Supports: Basic biography, birth date, and award information.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/hi/name/nm0219967/
    Supports: Birth date, family, and selected known works including Barsaat and Animal.