Anang Desai biography
Anang Desai is an Indian film actor, born on 4 May 1953 in Ahmedabad.
Anang Desai's screen career began in 1982 with Gandhi, playing J.B. Kripalani.
Anang Desai has 72 screen credits in Hindi and Indian cinema.
The most recent films are Firki (2026), Malik Ni Varta (2025), Haq (2025).
- Born
- 4 May 1953 (age 73)
- Birthplace
- Ahmedabad
- Work
- Actor
- Film industries
- Hindi and Indian cinema
- Years active
- 1982 to present
Anang Desai filmography
72 screen credits, newest first.
Screen credits
| Year | Title | Role | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Firki | Gujarati | ||
| 2025 | Malik Ni Varta | Gujarati | ||
| 2025 | Haq | Judge H. N. Vashishth | Hindi | |
| 2024 | Kaagaz 2 | Politician | Hindi | |
| 2023 | Welcome Zindagi | Gujarati | ||
| 2023 | Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukistan | Tulsidas Parekh | Hindi | |
| 2023 | Aazam | Firoz Namazi | Hindi | |
| 2022 | Tu Rajee Re | Gujarati | ||
| 2022 | Jaysuk Zdpayo | Pratap Rai | Gujarati | |
| 2022 | Dhaman | Gujarati | ||
| 2016 | Rustom | Judge Patel | Hindi | |
| 2015 | Take it Easy | Dadaji | Hindi | |
| 2012 | Kevi Rite Jaish | Ishwarbhai Patel | Gujarati | Won Best Supporting Actor at 12th Transmedia Awards |
| 2011 | Warning | Mauland Asfraf | Hindi | |
| 2010 | Khichdi: The Movie | Tulsidas Parekh | Hindi | Based on the sitcom Khichdi |
| 2008 | Ek Vivaah... Aisa Bhi | Natasha's dad | ||
| 2007 | Salaam-e-Ishq: A Tribute to Love | Mr Raina | Hindi | |
| 2007 | Good Boy, Bad Boy | Mr. P.K. Malhotra | ||
| 2006 | Utthaan | Chaudhary | Hindi | |
| 2006 | Sarhad Paar | R. K. Gupta, Home Secretary | ||
| 2006 | Sandwich | The plastic surgeon | Hindi | |
| 2006 | Humko Tumse Pyaar Hai | Raj's Father | ||
| 2005 | Yakeen | Doctor | ||
| 2005 | Dhamkee | Jagannath Dholakia aka J.D. | Hindi | |
| 2005 | 7 1/2 Phere: More Than a Wedding | Suresh Joshi | Hindi |
Show all 72 credits
| Year | Title | Role | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Uuf Kya Jaadoo Mohabbat Hai | Hindi | ||
| 2004 | Madhosi | Oberoi | Hindi | |
| 2004 | Agnipankh | |||
| 2003 | Tere Naam | Doctor | Hindi | |
| 2003 | Ishq Vishk | |||
| 2003 | Raja Bhaiya | Hindi | ||
| 2003 | Maa Santoshi Maa | |||
| 2003 | Dum | Leader | ||
| 2003 | Baghban | Mr. Verma (Kapil's dad) | ||
| 2002 | Shararat | Mr Sengupta | Hindi | |
| 2002 | Raaz | Mr. Dhanraj upset father | Hindi | |
| 2002 | Pyaasa | Mr Thakur | Hindi | |
| 2002 | Na Tum Jaano Na Hum | Akshaye's dad | Hindi | |
| 2002 | Mamta | |||
| 2002 | Maa Tujhe Salaam | Shiva | Hindi | |
| 2002 | Badhaai Ho Badhaai | Moses D'Souza | Hindi | |
| 2001 | Yaadein | L. K. Malhotra | Hindi | |
| 2001 | Ek Rishtaa: The Bond of Love | Brij | Hindi | |
| 2001 | Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai | Chandan Shrivastav | Hindi | |
| 2000 | Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Avinash's father | Hindi | Uncredited |
| 1999 | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | |||
| 1999 | Dahek: A Burning Passion | Javed Bahkshi | ||
| 1998 | Jhooth Bole Kauwa Kaate | Mr. Sharma | ||
| 1996 | Bal Bramhachari | Prof. Vijay Tripathi | Hindi | |
| 1995 | Trimurti | |||
| 1995 | Tarpan (The Absolution) | Pratap Singh | ||
| 1995 | Dil Ka Doctor | Mehboob Sahle | ||
| 1994 | Dilwale | Dr. Deshpande | ||
| 1993 | Sir | The doctor | Hindi | |
| 1993 | Lootere | |||
| 1993 | Gunaah | Rai | Hindi | |
| 1993 | Gumrah | Ahuja | ||
| 1993 | Amok | Le chauffeur | French | |
| 1992 | Suraj Ka Satvan Ghoda | Jamuna's father | ||
| 1992 | Junoon | Dr.Desai | Hindi | Uncredited |
| 1992 | Angaar | Doctor at State Mental Asylum | Uncredited | |
| 1990 | Kroadh | Jailor Aslam Khan | ||
| 1990 | Jurm | Inspector Narayan | Hindi | |
| 1990 | Aashiqui | Mr. Paul | Hindi | |
| 1989 | Parinda | Inspector Meerani | Hindi | |
| 1989 | Parinati | Lachman | ||
| 1988 | Falak (The Sky) | Doctor | ||
| 1988 | Bharat Ek Khoj | Raja Ram Mohan Roy | ||
| 1986 | The Natural World - The Man Eaters of Kumaon | Shankar | ||
| 1986 | New Delhi Times | Inspector | Hindi | |
| 1986 | Antaheen | |||
| 1982 | Gandhi | J.B. Kripalani | English |