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Known for his chilling portrayal of Abu Usman in Tiger Zinda Hai, Sajjad Delafrooz has earned acclaim for his menacing screen presence and multilingual versatility. Born on 22 November 1983 in Shiraz, Iran, he was raised in the UAE and holds an MBA. From a debut cameo in Baby (2015) to powerful roles in Special OPS (2020) and Freddy (2022), this Sajjad Delafrooz actor continues to leave his mark in Indian cinema.

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Biography

Born in Shiraz and raised in Sharjah, Sajjad Delafrooz grew up speaking Farsi, Arabic, and learned Hindi after watching Bollywood films. He earned an MBA and worked briefly in modeling and short films before debuting in Bollywood with Baby (2015) as a Saudi doctor. His breakthrough came when he played Abu Usman in Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), earning recognition from Salman Khan himself, who likened him to a modern Gabbar Singh.

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Career

• Films: Baby (2015), Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), Kung Fu Yoga (2017), Freddy (2022), Heropanti 2 (2022), Hukus Bukus (2023).
• Web & TV: Debuted in Money (TV, 2016), appeared in Journey (TV film), Follow the Money (TV series), Parchhayee: Ghost Stories (ZEE5, 2019), and Special OPS (Hotstar, 2020) as Hafiz Ali.

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Contributions Beyond Work

Sajjad Delafrooz is notable not only for memorable villains in Bollywood and streaming series, but also for his cross-cultural talent and storytelling. His multilingualism enables international roles, and his ventures into writing and directing showcase creative versatility. He also engages with fans on fitness motivation and social issues, making him an influential presence beyond acting.

The Legacy of Sajjad Delafrooz

From Iran to Mumbai, from small roles in Baby to the unforgettable Abu Usman in Tiger Zinda Hai and gripping presence in Special OPS, Sajjad Delafrooz reaffirms that character is cinema’s true currency. As a multilingual, multi-talented actor-director, his influence continues to grow. Which performance of his—Tiger’s Abu Usman, Special OPS Hafiz Ali, or Freddy’s intense edge—do you remember most? Share your favorite Sajjad Delafrooz movie moment below!

Other Facts:

• Fluent in Hindi, English, Farsi, Arabic, and Turkish, allowing cross-cultural roles.
• Has worked as a writer and director in short films such as The Choice and Dreamer.
• Expressed deep concern during the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey and Iran, sharing that he experienced sleepless nights worrying for family there.
• Known to be a dog lover, he frequently shares pictures with his pet dog “Jerry.”