Actor
Adil Hussain
- Born: 5 September 1971, Goalpara, Assam, India
- Estimated net worth: 1 million USD
Adil Hussain is an acclaimed Indian actor known for his versatile performances in both Hindi and regional cinema. He gained recognition for roles in films like 'Life of Pi' and 'Naseeruddin Shah's 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist'. His acting style is marked by…
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About Adil Hussain
Adil Hussain is an acclaimed Indian actor known for his versatile performances in both Hindi and regional cinema. He gained recognition for roles in films like 'Life of Pi' and 'Naseeruddin Shah's 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist'. His acting style is marked by authenticity and emotional depth, making him a respected figure in the industry.
- Born
- 5 September 1971, Goalpara, Assam, India
- Height
- 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
- Spouses
- Kalyani B. (2010-present)
- Children
- 1, Name not publicly known
- Parents
- Mohammad Hussain, Nasrin Hussain
- Estimated net worth
- 1 million USD
Fun facts about Adil Hussain
- Adil Hussain studied acting at the National School of Drama in India.
- He has appeared in international films, including 'Life of Pi', which was nominated for several Academy Awards.
Famous Adil Hussain quotes
“You cannot go back to the past.”
“There is no right or wrong.”
“Sometimes you have to let go of the past.”
Adil Hussain filmography
Cast (95)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2026 | Reporting Live Movie | Unknown character | 8.1 |
| 2026 | Operation Safed Sagar: The Untold Story of the Kargil War TV | Vinod Patney | 6.9 |
| 2026 | Musafir Cafe TV | Mark Uncle | 7.1 |
| 2026 | Max, Min and Meowzaki Movie | Ramesh Mahadevan | |
| 2026 | Mukhbir: The Story of a Spy - The Movie Movie | Ramkishore Negi | |
| 2026 | Koka Deuta Nati Aru Hati 2 Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2026 | 52 Blue Movie | Unknown character | 5.0 |
| 2025 | Secret of a Mountain Serpent Movie | Manik Guho | |
| 2025 | The Confession of Mary Movie | Krishna Swamy |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mercy Movie | Father Joel | |
| 2024 | Ulajh Movie | Dhanraj Bhatia | 5.6 |
| 2024 | The Umesh Chronicles Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2023 | Otta Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2023 | Ek Betuke Aadmi Ki Afrah Raatein Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2023 | Sergeant Movie | Haider Ali | 2.0 |
| 2023 | Footprints on Water Movie | Raghu | |
| 2023 | Tooth Pari: When Love Bites TV | Unknown character | 6.4 |
| 2023 | Dr. Bezbaruah 2 Movie | Dr. Bezbaruah | |
| 2023 | A Knock on the Door Movie | Hari | 2.0 |
| 2022 | Mukhbir: The Story of a Spy TV | Ramkishore Negi | 6.6 |
| 2022 | The Storyteller Movie | Ratan Garodia | 7.1 |
| 2022 | Child of Empire Movie | Ishar Das Arora | |
| 2021 | India Sweets and Spices Movie | Ranjit Kapur | 5.7 |
| 2021 | Bell Bottom Movie | Santook | 6.2 |
| 2021 | The Illegal Movie | Papa | 10.0 |
| 2020 | Marichjhapi Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2020 | Pareeksha Movie | Buchchi Paswan | 5.8 |
| 2020 | Lord of the Orphans Movie | Father | |
| 2020 | Abyakto Movie | Rudra | 9.0 |
| 2019 | Good Newwz Movie | Dr. Anand Joshi | 6.5 |
| 2019 | Lorni - The Flaneur Movie | Shem | |
| 2019 | The Wayfarers Movie | Lakhua | 6.0 |
| 2019 | Nirvana Inn Movie | Jogiraj | 6.0 |
| 2019 | Axone Movie | Guest Appearance | 6.1 |
| 2019 | Kabir Singh Movie | College Dean | 6.3 |
| 2019 | MEAL Movie | Father | 8.0 |
| 2019 | Delhi Crime TV | Kumar Vijay | 7.8 |
| 2019 | Bombairiya Movie | Pandya | 7.0 |
| 2018 | 2.0 Movie | Home Minister | 5.9 |
| 2018 | Love Sonia Movie | Shiva | 7.1 |
| 2018 | Maati Movie | Jamil | 9.0 |
| 2018 | Ahare Mon Movie | Purnendu Pahari | 6.3 |
| 2018 | Bioscopewala Movie | Robi Basu | 7.0 |
| 2018 | Aiyaary Movie | Retd. Colonel Mukesh Kapoor | 5.7 |
| 2017 | Maj Rati Keteki Movie | Priyendu Hazarika | 7.0 |
| 2017 | What Will People Say Movie | Mirza | 7.3 |
| 2017 | Star Trek: Discovery TV | Aditya Sahil | 6.9 |
| 2017 | Nawal the Jewel Movie | Unknown character | 5.5 |
| 2017 | Crash Test Aglae Movie | Shankar | 6.2 |
| 2017 | Tigers Movie | Bilal | 7.1 |
| 2017 | Dobaara: See Your Evil Movie | Alex Merchant | 4.7 |
| 2017 | Mantra Movie | Man from Jharkhand | 6.8 |
| 2017 | Commando 2 - The Black Money Trail Movie | Vicky Chadda | 5.9 |
| 2017 | Raag Movie | Unknown character | 5.0 |
| 2016 | Chutney Movie | Viriji | 6.3 |
| 2016 | Force 2 Movie | Brijesh Yadav | 6.7 |
| 2016 | The Violin Player Movie | The Stranger | 5.4 |
| 2016 | Mukti Bhawan Movie | Rajiv | 6.9 |
| 2016 | Feast of Varanasi Movie | Arjun | |
| 2015 | Har Har Byomkesh Movie | Zamindar | 6.8 |
| 2015 | Angry Indian Goddesses Movie | Police Superintendent | 6.8 |
| 2015 | Parched Movie | Mystic Lover | 7.3 |
| 2015 | Main Aur Charles Movie | Amod Kanth | 4.6 |
| 2015 | Kothanodi: The River of Fables Movie | Devinath | 7.8 |
| 2015 | Comedy Nights Bachao TV | Self | 6.3 |
| 2015 | Yatchan Movie | Selvam/Vetri | 6.3 |
| 2015 | Umrika Movie | Agent de l’Immigration | 6.0 |
| 2015 | Unfreedom Movie | Devraj Singh | 5.2 |
| 2015 | Hail Democracy! Movie | Major Baruah | 5.0 |
| 2015 | Sunrise Movie | Joshi | 6.2 |
| 2014 | Zed Plus Movie | Aslam Puncturewala | 6.8 |
| 2014 | Rodor Sithi Movie | Unknown character | 4.0 |
| 2014 | Sringkhal Movie | Unknown character | 5.0 |
| 2014 | The Xposé Movie | Rajan | 4.5 |
| 2014 | Nanak Shah Fakir Movie | Rai Bullar | 8.0 |
| 2013 | Comedy Nights with Kapil TV | Self | 6.8 |
| 2013 | The Reluctant Fundamentalist Movie | Mustafa Fazil | 6.6 |
| 2013 | Lessons in Forgetting Movie | Jak | |
| 2013 | Lootera Movie | K. N. Singh | 7.0 |
| 2012 | Life of Pi Movie | Santosh Patel | 7.4 |
| 2012 | English Vinglish Movie | Satish Godbole | 7.3 |
| 2012 | Agent Vinod Movie | Colonel | 5.5 |
| 2011 | Gangor Movie | Upin | 5.7 |
| 2010 | Ishqiya Movie | Vidyadhar Verma | 6.5 |
| 2009 | Kaminey Movie | Flight Purser | 6.8 |
| 2004 | Iti Srikanta Movie | Srikanta | 9.7 |
| 2003 | Calendar Girls Movie | Jem's Friend 1 | 6.5 |
| 2003 | In Othello Movie | Unknown character | 9.0 |
| TBA | The Method Movie | Rishi | |
| TBA | Operation Ganga Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Indications Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Golmaal Gharana Movie | Mr. Khanna | |
| TBA | Ram Part I Movie | Chithambaravel | |
| TBA | Riding on the Moon Boat Movie | Unknown character |
Crew (1)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Life of Pi Movie | Production Office Assistant · Crew | 7.4 |
Latest releases
- Reporting Live2026 / TMDB 8.1
- Max, Min and Meowzaki2026
- Mukhbir: The Story of a Spy - The Movie2026
- Koka Deuta Nati Aru Hati 22026
- 52 Blue2026 / TMDB 5.0
- Secret of a Mountain Serpent2025
Questions about Adil Hussain
What are some career highlights of Adil Hussain?
Adil Hussain's career highlights include his roles in 'Life of Pi', 'Naseeruddin Shah's 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist', and various acclaimed Indian films. His performance in 'Naseeruddin Shah's 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist' earned him international recognition.
Has Adil Hussain won any awards?
Adil Hussain has received several awards, including the Best Actor award at the 2017 Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles for his role in 'Naseeruddin Shah's 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist'.
What was Adil Hussain's first film?
Adil Hussain's first film was 'Kahaani', released in 2012, where he played a supporting role. This marked the beginning of his successful film career.
Which films are considered Adil Hussain's most successful?
Some of Adil Hussain's most successful films include 'Life of Pi', 'Naseeruddin Shah's 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist', and 'Tooth Pari: When Love Bites'.
What is known about Adil Hussain's personal life?
Adil Hussain is married to Kalyani B. since 2010, and they have one child together. He keeps his personal life relatively private.
What is Adil Hussain's estimated net worth?
Adil Hussain's estimated net worth is around 1 million USD, reflecting his successful acting career in both Indian and international cinema.
What are some milestones in Adil Hussain's filmography?
Milestones in Adil Hussain's filmography include his notable performances in 'Life of Pi', 'Naseeruddin Shah's 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist', and his recent lead role in 'Tooth Pari: When Love Bites'.
Is Adil Hussain involved in any theater work?
Yes, Adil Hussain has a strong background in theater and has worked extensively in various stage productions, showcasing his versatility as an actor.