Bobby Deol: A Resurgent Career Bobby Deol, son of Dharmendra and younger brother of Sunny Deol, launched his career with the romantic drama Barsaat (1995), winning the Filmfare Best Male Debut award. He quickly established himself with a string of successful action thrillers, including Gupt (1997), Soldier (1998), Badal (2000), and Bichhoo (2000). His performance in Humraaz (2002) earned him a Filmfare Best Actor nomination. Following a period of fluctuating success, marked by ensemble cast hits like Apne (2007), Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011), Race 3 (2018), and Housefull 4 (2019), Deol successfully transitioned to streaming platforms with roles in Class of '83 (2020) and Aashram (2020-present). His recent portrayal of a villain in the blockbuster Animal (2023) garnered him a Filmfare Best Supporting Actor nomination, signifying a career resurgence. Deolâs ability to adapt to changing industry landscapes and his diverse range of roles remain defining aspects of his career.