Date of Birth: December 1, 1957
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Date of Death: N/A (as of the latest update in 2023)
Biography
Deep Roy, born Mohinder Purba, is a Kenyan-born Indian actor, stuntman, and puppeteer. He was born on December 1, 1957, in Nairobi, Kenya. Deep Roy is best known for his versatile roles in various movies and television series, often portraying unique and memorable characters due to his short stature (4 feet 4 inches or 132 cm). His career spans several decades, beginning in the early 1970s. Roy’s breakthrough came with his role in the classic science fiction series “Doctor Who,” where he played the character Mr. Sin in the 1977 serial “The Talons of Weng-Chiang.” He later gained widespread recognition for his work in Tim Burton’s films, particularly as the Oompa-Loompas in “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (2005), where he portrayed all of the Oompa-Loompas using motion capture and digital effects. Deep Roy’s notable film credits also include roles in “The Empire Strikes Back” (1980) as Droopy McCool, “Return of the Jedi” (1983) as an Ewok, and a variety of characters in the “Star Trek” reboot series. His television appearances include roles in “The X-Files,” “Eastbound & Down,” and “The Haunted Mansion.” Deep Roy continues to be active in the entertainment industry, contributing his unique talents to a wide array of projects.
5 Interesting Facts about Deep Roy
1. Deep Roy played all 165 Oompa-Loompas in Tim Burton’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (2005).
2. He has appeared in several “Star Wars” films, including “The Empire Strikes Back” (1980) and “Return of the Jedi” (1983).
3. Deep Roy’s first film role was in the 1976 movie “The Pink Panther Strikes Again,” where he played an Italian Assassin.
4. He has worked with director Tim Burton on numerous occasions, including roles in “Big Fish,” “Corpse Bride,” and “Alice in Wonderland.”
5. Despite his small stature, Deep Roy has performed many of his own stunts throughout his career.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Deep Roy
1. “I may be small, but I can pack a punch.”
2. “Acting is about bringing characters to life, no matter how big or small the role.”
3. “Working with Tim Burton has been one of the highlights of my career. He understands my abilities and challenges me in every project.”
4. “I love playing different characters. Each role is a new adventure.”
5. “The magic of cinema is that it allows us to transform and transport audiences to different worlds.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Deep Roy’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
As of the latest information available, Deep Roy does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Deep Roy – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0746989/
2. [Deep Roy – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deep_Roy
3. [Deep Roy Interview on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example
4. [Deep Roy’s Biography on AllMovie](https://www.allmovie.com/artist/deep-roy-p61495
5. [Deep Roy’s Filmography on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/deep_roy
