Top 10 under-rated Bollywood Actors who deserve more appreciation

Saurabh Shukla

Saurabh Shukla is best known for his work in films like Satya, Barfi!, Jolly LLB, Kick, and PK. Saurabh Shukla's biggest break came when he co-wrote the script for Ram Gopal Varma's 1998 cult classic Satya and played the role of gangster Kallu Mama in the film. He won the Star Screen Award for Best Screenplay alongside Anurag Kashyap.

Manoj Bajpayee

Manoj Bajpayee has received praise from many critics for his acting performances in Indian Cinema, most notably for his roles as dacoit Maan Singh in Bandit Queen, Raghavan in Aks, Bhiku Mahatre in Satya, Rasheed in Pinjar, and Sardar Khan in Gangs of Wasseypur. His work has been recognised by several Filmfare awards as well as multiple National Film Awards.

Irrfan Khan

One of the finest actors of Bollywood Irrfan Khan who is very well known for his works predominantly in the film industry and also known for his works in British Indian films, Hollywood ventures, and a Telugu film. Irrfan is one of the best actors of this generation who doesn’t need to any introduction. His vivid and talented acting skills are a work of perfection with which he always leaves a big impression on the viewers. He has appeared in more than 30 Indian films in Bollywood, and few regional films. He will appear in Jazbaa in October 2015 alongside Aishwarya Rai.

Naseeruddin Shah

Naseeruddin Shah is a actor, director, and is a prominent figure in Indian parallel cinema. Naseeruddin Shah has won numerous awards in his career, including three National Film Awards, three Filmfare Awards and an award at the Venice Film Festival. He has appeared in many movies in different characters. He was the first of several celebrity actors, who played the role of narrator in the popular audiobook series for kids Karadi Tales.

Paresh Rawal

Paresh Rawal is a film actor, thespian and politician known for his works notably in Bollywood and Telugu cinema. Paresh Rawal is the one of the famous comedian in Bollywood and he has given amazing performances in movies like Andaz Apna Apna , Chachi 420, Hera Pheri, Phir Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa and OMG – Oh My God!

Nana Patekar

Nana Patekar has played many types of roles. He has played the occasional villain but been a hero in most of his films. Nana Patekar was last seen in Ab Tak Chhappan 2, a sequel of Ab Tak Chhappan in which he appeared as Inspector Sadhu Agashe.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Nawazuddin Siddiqui made his Bollywood debut in 1999, with a small role in Aamir Khan starrer, Sarfarosh. Nawazuddin Siddiqui is considered as one of the under rated actor. Recently Nawazuddin Siddiqui was seen in films Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Manjhi - The Mountain Man released for which he was praised for his roles.

Ashutosh Rana

Ashutosh Rana became known in Indian Cinema after his movie Dushman where he played a cold blooded murderer and psychopath killer. He is mostly given roles of antagonists in movies, particularly that of a killer. And in some movies he played supporting roles. Ashutosh Rana was last seen in the movie 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania' in which he appeared as Alia Bhatt's father.

Kay Kay Menon

Kay Kay Menon is considered to be one of the finest actors in Bollywood. Kay Kay Menon is one of the most under rated actor in Bollywood. Kay Kay Menon will now be seen in Dream Man, a new film by Makrand Deshpande. The film is a spoof on Bollywood. He was critically acclaimed for his role as Khurram Meer in Haider as well as Vardha Yadav in Raja Natwarlal. The versatile actor will be seen in 13 roles against Bollywood actors Afzaal Khan, Vasudha of (Aasma band) and Amit Mistry.

Sanjay Mishra

Sanjay Mishra is the most under rated actor in Bollywood who was recently seen in the movie 'Masaan' in which he appeared as a poor father Vidyadhar Pathak. Though Sanjay Mishra had done serious roles in films like Zameen, Charas, Plana and Satya yet he is known for his comic acts. Sanjay Mishra made his acting debut with the 1995 film Oh Darling! Yeh Hai India! in which he played a small part as a harmonium player.