Updated on: 05 September, 2024 11:20 AM IST |Shweta Shah

Pankaj Tripathi, one of those names of Indian cinema who is synonymous with great content, turns a year older. Be it a movie or a web series, his performance never disappoints you. As he turns 48, lets have a look at five of his most underrated and spectacular performances.

1. Bareilly Ki Barfi
One of the most unconventional and stereotype-shattering movies, Pankaj Tripathi's role as Kriti Sanon's father was progressive and highly lauded. His impeccable comic timing made his short role a memorable one.
2. Criminal Justice
Madhav Mishra, who made us be at the very edge of our seats, once again stole the show with his phenomenal acting and intense drama. The crime thriller got intense and interesting, thanks to Tripathi's dedication to the character.
Madhav Mishra, who made us be at the very edge of our seats, once again stole the show with his phenomenal acting and intense drama. The crime thriller got intense and interesting, thanks to Tripathi's dedication to the character.

3. Mimi
While the film was out-and-out about Kriti Sanon's journey of becoming a surrogate mother, Pankaj's character added more depth and satire to Mimi. His performance even won him the National Award for Best Supporting Role.
4. Kaagaz
What happens when a man, healthy and alive, discovers he has been legally declared dead by the government? On his wild ride of proving his existence, Pankaj Tripathi effortlessly shines throughout this satirical comedy.