Dino Morea's best roles: From Aditya Dhanraj in Raaz to Shaibani Khan in The Empire

Dino Morea films that made an impact

In Bollywood, very few names evoke the feeling of nostalgia, bringing back the era of the 2000’s. One such actor is Dino Morea, who has not only served major thirst traps, but has also served memorable characters across genres. On his birthday today, we look at remarkable characters that added to his range as an actor.

Raaz (2002)In a film that set a landmark in the history of Indian cinema as the best Hindi horror film, Dino Morea set the intrigue as Aditya Dhanraj, a husband hiding secrets that form the crux of the narrative. His mysterious energy, emotional depth and chemistry with co-star Bipasha Basu made it one of his beloved performances.

Aksar (2006)Dino Morea shouldered this twist-loaded romantic thriller as Rajveer Singh, a suave and clever businessman entangled in a tricky game of seduction and deceit. His performance built the film’s momentum, and it continues to remain one of his favourite on-screen explorations.

The Empire (Series - 2021)Dino left the audience mighty impressed with his unrecognizable transformation in The Empire. As Shaibani Khan, a menacing antagonist, Dino brought the ferocity, intensity and layers to the role, depicting why he was the perfect fit for it. His portrayal was widely praised by the audiences, and it continues to remain one of his beloved grey-shaded characters.

Rana Naidu Season 2As Inspector Naveen Joshi, Dino Morea stepped into a sharp and impactful role in the gritty action drama series. He held his own in a world of crime and moral dilemmas, playing a catalyst in the high-voltage narrative.

The RoyalsIn this glamorous royal drama, Dino Morea played a flamboyant and quirky Salauddin, interestingly also called ‘Salad’. The actor found that the part connected with his own personality, making it a fun-loving character that it is today.