Bollywood buffs love villains more than heroes because they leave a long-lasting impact on us. Well, talking about the antagonist and not mentioning Amrish Puri's name would be wrong, as the actor is etched in the hearts and minds of all of us as the best villain of all time. He holds a special place in the industry and nobody has been able to fill his shoes. On the occasion of the late actor's birth anniversary, let's have a look at some of his best on-screen avatars that prove his versatility.

1. Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom:

Late Amrish Puri as Mola Ram was something the audience could never expect. In the film Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom, Amrish Puri plays the role of a demonic priest who enslaves children and offers humans for sacrifice. It is one of the most hated characters of the actor which nobody can forget.

2. Hulchul:

The actor perfectly played the role of a villain even in a comedy film. He played the role of a father to 4 boys and forcefully rules over them. This role quickly became a fan favorite as it was different from the typical roles he has played. The way he portrayed his hatred for women and never broke his own rules was something that hooked the audience.

3. Nagina:

The way Amrish Puri played the character of a Tantrik in late actor Sridevi's film reveals how he gives a personal touch to the characters. He played the role of Baba Bhairo Nath, a snake charmer who knows how to control a shape-shifting snake played by Sridevi.

4. Mr. India:

Have you heard the famous dialogue, 'Mogambo khush hua'? This is one of the iconic dialogues that has been known to all the people even watching the film. He played the role of Mogambo, an evil mad scientist.

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5. Koyla:

It is one of the best negative roles played by Amrish Puri. Raja Sahab is a cruel and power-hungry impotent man who tricks Madhuri Dixit, a young girl into marrying him to cure his poor health. Surprisingly, the film was nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role.