Friends, you probably know about serial killer Charles Sobhraj, one of history's most infamous and notorious killers. Known as "The Serpent," Sobhraj was a French thief and murderer who trapped, robbed, and ultimately killed numerous women. Despite being imprisoned numerous times—most notably in India's Tihar Jail—he managed to escape on numerous occasions. Several films have been made on Charles Sobhraj's life, and many talented actors have taken on the challenging role of portraying this difficult and dangerous character. Let's learn about the actors who played the role on screen:

Jim Sarbh

He played Charles in the film Inspector Zende. His performance was praised for capturing the nuances of the character.

Arth Malik

Played Sobhraj in the 1989 TV series "The Life and Crimes of Charles Sobhraj," which gave viewers a detailed look into the killer's dark world.

Siddhant Gupta

Played Charles in the web series "The Black Warrant," where his performance was well-received.

Randeep Hooda

Played this role in the movie "Main Aur Charles," giving a memorable and critically acclaimed performance.

Tahar Rahim

Played Charles in the 2021 British crime drama series "The Serpent," which was a major hit and brought renewed attention to Sobhraj's horrific story.