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He didn't act a villain—he became one. Faizal Khan's brooding anger and eerie smile made Nawaz a name you wouldn't be able to forget.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui Gangs of Wasseypur
Leather jackets and deadpan menace. John's Kabir made sleek villainy cool. We cheered for the cop—but secretly wished Kabir would get away.
John Abraham Dhoom
Chandu was not your ordinary gangster. Vivek's nuanced performance invested villainy with a soul—and two Filmfare Awards.
Vivek Oberoi Company
Betrayal, greed, and guilt. Neil's Vikram was a conscience-stricken smooth criminal—and a debut to kill for.
Neil Nitin Mukesh Johnny Gaddaar
As Karan Rastogi, Tahir was terrifically poised and horrifyingly intelligent. His debut was so impressive, it got him a Filmfare nomination.
Tahir Raj Bhasin Mardaani
Even in a cameo role, his character as the blackmailer foreshadowed the powerhouse he turned out to be.
Shatrughan Sinha Pyaar Hi Pyaar
Became a villain, turned out to be a legend. His introduction as Pran was intense enough, and his charm was irrefutable.
Vinod Khanna Mann Ka Meet