Johnny Lever

Biography

Johnny Lever (born John Prakash Rao Janumala; 14 August 1957) is an Indian actor and comedian who is known for his works in Hindi cinema. He is one of the first stand-up comedians in India. He is the recipient of numerous accolades, including thirteen Filmfare Awards nominations in Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role, and has won the award twice, for his work in Deewana Mastana (1997) and Dulhe Raja (1998). He began his career in 1984, and has acted in more than three hundred Hindi films.

Known For

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

as Haldiram Rawat

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

as Col. Almeida

Dilwale

as Mani Bhai

Koi... Mil Gaya

as Chelaram Sukhwani

Aśoka

as Maurya Soldier (uncredited)

Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai

as Inspector Parab

Phir Hera Pheri

as Munnabhai

Race

as Max - Marriage Registrar (uncredited)

Baazigar

as Babu Lal

Judwaa 2

as Pappu Passport