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Suvinder Vicky

Suvinder Vicky, also known as Savinderpal Vicky, is an Indian actor, known for his performance of the truck driver, Ghalib, in Meel Patthar (2020), his portrayal of the policeman, Balbir, in the Netflix series Kohrra (2023), for playing the role of Brigadier Jahangir in Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026), and appearing as the police officer, Sugga, in Satluj (2026). After first appearing in Full Tension in 1995, he played in Des Hoyaa Pardes (2004), Udta Punjab (2016), and Kesari (2019).

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Suvinder Vicky
Born (1973-03-04) 4 March 1973
Sirsa, Haryana, India
EducationM. A.
Alma materPunjabi University
OccupationActor
Years active2004–present
SpouseGursharan Kaur Maan

Suvinder Vicky, also known as Savinderpal Vicky (born 1973), is an Indian actor, known for his performance of the truck driver, Ghalib, in Meel Patthar (2020), his portrayal of the policeman, Balbir, in the Netflix series Kohrra (2023), for playing the role of Brigadier Jahangir in Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026), and appearing as the police officer, Sugga, in Satluj (2026). After first appearing in Full Tension in 1995, he played in Des Hoyaa Pardes (2004), Udta Punjab (2016), and Kesari (2019).123

Early life and education

Suvinder Vicky was born in 1973 in Sirsa, Haryana, India, to Harbans Lal Kamboj and Amarjit Kaur.4 He gained a Master of Arts in Theatre and Television from Punjabi University, Patiala.4

Career

Over the years, Vicky appeared in several Hindi-language films and streaming series, including Udta Punjab (2016), Kesari (2019), Pataal Lok (2020), and Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026).2 He also worked in Punjabi cinema, where he played supporting and character roles across a range of genres.56

In 2023, Vicky received widespread critical acclaim for his lead performance as Balbir Singh in the Netflix crime drama Kohrra.78 Critics praised his restrained portrayal of a police officer dealing with personal and professional conflicts, with many identifying the role as a breakthrough in his career. The series gained international recognition and introduced his work to a broader audience and won Filmfare OTT Award for Best Actor.9

Awards

For his performance in Meel Patthar, Vicky won the Best Actor award at the 2020 Silver Screen Awards and the Best Actor in a Feature Film award at the Critics' Choice Film Awards in 2022.4

Filmography

Key
† Denotes films that have not yet been released

Films

Year Title Role language Ref.
2004 Des Hoyaa Pardes Sukhbeer Singh Punjabi 5
2005 Jija Ji Auto-Rickshaw Driver
2009 Munde U.K. De
2010 Kabaddi Ikk Mohabbat Daana
2012 Yaraan Naal Baharaan 2 Khaarku Singh
2013 Sikander Politician
2015 The Fourth Direction Joginder 10
2016 Kaptaan
Udta Punjab Kukku Hindi 11
2017 Super Singh Punjabi
2018 5 Weddings SSP Avtar Singh Gill Hindi
Laatu Naahra Punjabi
2019 Kesari Naik Lal Singh Hindi
2020 Khatre Da Ghuggu Punjabi
Zakhmi Nishan Singh Buttar
Udna Gear MLA Harinder Singh Gill
Meel Patthar Ghalib Hindi 12
2021 Happy Happy Ho Gaya Punjabi
Ucha Pind Tilka
Siyasat Tara Singh
2022 Nishana Fauji Hakam Singh
2024 Bhaiyya Ji Chandrabhan Singh Hindi 13
Sucha Soorma Hawaldar Punjabi
2026 Dhurandhar: The Revenge Brigadier Jahangir Hindi 14
Satluj SSP Surjit Singh Sugga Hindi 15
Rehmat Punjabi, English
Awarapan 2 Hindi

Web series

Year Title Role language Ref.
2020 Paatal Lok Balbir Singh Sekhon Hindi
2022 Cat Sehtab Singh Punjabi 16
2023 Kohrra SI Balbir Singh 17
Chamak Jugal Hindi
2026 Shabad – Reet Aur Riwaaz Harminder Singh Punjabi 18
Glory Raghubir Singh Hindi 19
References

References

  1. Arya, Prachi (18 July 2023). "Who is Suvinder Vicky? All you need to know about the actor who shines out in 'Kohrra'". India Today. Archived from the original on 5 July 2026. Retrieved 5 July 2026.
  2. "'Satluj': Cast, plot, censor certification, trailer, OTT release date of Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal and Suvinder Vicky starrer revealed". The Times of India. 4 July 2026. Archived from the original on 7 July 2026. Retrieved 5 July 2026.
  3. "Dhurandhar 2 actor Suvinder Pal Vicky on Brigadier Jahangir's 'acidic' tone, viral 'aa gaya pandu' and tongue scene with Arjun Rampal". The Times of India. 10 April 2026. Archived from the original on 6 July 2026. Retrieved 5 July 2026.
  4. "Who is Suvinder Vicky? Get to Know the Talented Actor from Kohrra and Kesari". The Statesman. 15 July 2023. Archived from the original on 7 July 2026. Retrieved 5 July 2026.
  5. "Who is Suvinder Vicky? All You Need to Know About the 'Kohrra' & 'Kesari' Actor". The Quint. 17 July 2023. Archived from the original on 12 July 2026. Retrieved 5 July 2026.
  6. Mukherjee, Tatsam (17 May 2021). "'Think I'm still carrying Ghalib's backache, he's a part of my life': Meel Patthar actor Suvinder Vicky on Ivan Ayr directorial". Firstpost. Retrieved 5 July 2026.
  7. Das, Rampa (2024). "Neither Singham, nor Chulbul; probing the cracks in the masculine construction of the sctreen cop in Indian web series and film". In Majumdar, Saikat; Sur, Souvik (eds.). Media, culture and society: inter-relation and evolution. Penprints Publication. p. 467. ISBN 978-81-975894-8-5.
  8. "Meet Suvinder Vicky, the rumpled heart of 'Kohrra'". Scroll.in. 23 July 2023. Retrieved 5 July 2026.
  9. "Filmfare OTT Awards 2023: Netflix series 'Scoop' and 'Kohrra' steal the show". India Today. 27 November 2023. Retrieved 5 July 2026.
  10. "Indian films Masaan, Chauthi Koot selected for Cannes Film Festival". 17 April 2015. Retrieved 17 April 2015.
  11. "Kohrra's Balbir or Udta Punjab's Kakku, here's something about Suvinder Vicky who has stolen the limelight with his performance". 21 July 2023. Retrieved 17 April 2026.
  12. Gupta, Shubhra (20 September 2020). "Ivan Ayr's Meel Patthar is a poignant, lyrical look at the life of a truck driver". The Indian Express. Retrieved 22 September 2020.
  13. Hungama, Bollywood (24 May 2024). "Bhaiyya Ji Cast List | Bhaiyya Ji Movie Star Cast | Release Date | Movie Trailer | Review- Bollywood Hungama". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
  14. "Suvinder Vicky reacts to VIRAL 'Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge' Brigadier Jahangir memes: 'I'm starting to enjoy it more'". The Indian Express. 26 April 2026.
  15. "Satluj Trailer : Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal and Suvinder Vicky Starrer Satluj Official". The Times of India. 5 July 2026.
  16. Ramnath, Nandini (9 December 2022). "'CAT' review: An impressive cast provides the highs in show about Punjab's drug problem". Scroll.in. Retrieved 9 December 2022.
  17. "Kohrra Trailer: Barun Sobti, Suvinder Vicky, Saurav Khurana, Harleen Sethi Starrer Showcases Two Police Officials Investigating Murder of an NRI Bridegroom; Netflix Series to premiere on July 15 (Watch Video)". Latest LY. 6 July 2023. Archived from the original on 7 July 2023. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
  18. "Shabad – Reet Aur Riwaaz: Suvinder Vicky and Mihir Ahuja bring to life a generational rift over music and identity". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 13 July 2026. Retrieved 6 February 2026.
  19. "'Glory' trailer: Netflix series promises high-stakes boxing drama with thrills and suspense". The Hindu. 18 April 2026. Retrieved 3 May 2026.
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