Have you ever watched an actor who can make us laugh, think and tear up all in a single scene? If not yet, just go ahead and check out the performances of Pankaj Kapur on ZEE5 now. He is one of the most versatile actors of the Indian cinema who has given absolute performances in intense thrillers, emotional movies, comedy movies and much more. He is one of the rare Indian actors whose presence transforms a story.
The guide will take you on a deep dive into the 10 must-watch movies and web series of Pankaj Kapur on ZEE5.
Thode Dur Thode Paas
Thode Dur Thode Paas is one of the finest dramas of Pankaj Kapur on ZEE5 that keeps you engaged throughout. The story offers the audience a new lens of watching their family bonds without the shadow of any tech gadget. It is the story of a retired man (Pankaj Kapur) who challenges his family members to stay gadget-free for six months.
This absolutely simple web series brings up comedy, small fights, reconciliation and honest moments, giving you the feel of realism. This Ajay Bhuyan story keeps the tone cosy and natural, whereas the cinematography by Sriram Ganapathy frames warm and lived-in interiors for natural essence.
Lost
Lost is one of the best family movies by Pankaj Kapur on ZEE5 to watch. It is the story of a young crime reporter who is trying to explore the mystery behind a missing college student. The story explores the different layers of politics and truth as it proceeds further. The movie beautifully brings emotions, intensity and investigation that keep you connected throughout. Yami Gautam (Vidhi) is leading the movie along with Neil Bhoopalam, Rakhul Khanna, Piaa Bajpai and Tushar Pandey breathing life into the respective characters. This series by Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury brings a layered script that connects with the audience and keeps them engaged till the end.
Happi
Happi is another best, charming and slightly old-fashioned comedy drama by Pankaj Kapur that brings the story of a Chaplin-like, lovable misfit Happi for you. Happi sings and tells jokes in Cafe Bombay until the cafe is converted into a glossy club. Pankaj Kapur brings emotions and absolute comedy to the story. His performance in the movie is a tribute to Charlie Chaplin without copying him. He is a funny, sad and very emotional character at the same time. This Bhavna Talwar’s movie brings a story that makes you laugh with you and cry with you.
Sehar
If you are interested in watching an engaging crime story about a committed police team, Sehar is a movie you must watch. It is the story of Ajay Kumar, who is a young SSP and who builds a Special Task Force for capturing the criminal Gajraj Singh. The movie mixes tense police work, politics and the cost of fighting crime at the same time. This Kabeer Kaushik movie offers you the beautiful scenes from the different locations of Lucknow, keeping you feeling like a part of the story. Arshad Warsi is an honest SSP, Sushant Singh is in the movie, whereas Pankaj Kapur is in the role of Professor Bhole Shankar Tiwari.
Main Prem Ki Diwani Hun
Main Prem Ki Diwani Hun is one of the best romantic movies by Sooraj Barjatya that presents Hritik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor and Abhishek Bachchan in a love triangle. Beautiful story, amazing music, humour and perfect family drama make it a must-watch. It is the story of Sanjana (Kareena Kapoor), who finds herself pulled between two men named Prem. Pankaj Kapur is in the performance of Sanjana’s father in the movie, and his presence adds weight to the character of a family man.
Roja
Roja is one of the best romantic thriller movies on ZEE5 by Mani Ratnam that brings the story of Roja (Madhoo), a village girl and Rishi (Arvind Swamy), her husband. The story takes on an interesting twist when Roja’s husband is abducted by militants. The movie shows Roja’s efforts to bring her husband back home. Pankaj Kapur brings emotions and depth to the story through his powerful performance.
Explore The Must-Watch List of Pankaj Kapur’s Work on ZEE5
Pankaj Kapur has carved a space in Indian cinema due to his powerful performances. His screen performance is just quite amazing and draws the attention of viewers towards it. Every role he plays appears living, believable and emotional. He is one of the best actors of Indian cinema who has gained huge appreciation due to his absolute acting skills. The movies and series we have mentioned above are some of the finest of his career and are available on ZEE5 to stream. If you are a fan of Pankaj Kapur and are eager to watch him performing on screen from the comfort of your home, don’t miss out on checking out ZEE5 now.
Bio of Author: Gayatri Tiwari is an experienced digital strategist and entertainment writer, bringing 20+ years of content expertise to one of India’s largest OTT platforms. She blends industry insight with a passion for cinema to deliver engaging, trustworthy perspectives on movies, TV shows and web series.
