: Johnny Lever (born January 7 1950) is an actor in Bollywood known as a comedian of great regard who has appeared in dozens of films since the 1980s playing comic supporting roles.
Johnny Lever (born January 7 1950) is an actor in Bollywood known as a comedian of great regard who has appeared in dozens of films since the 1980s playing comic supporting roles. He was born as John Rao in Amkam village in the Prakasam District of Andhra Pradesh.
Life & Career
Johnny started off as a comedian in real life while still at school. His beginnings as a comedian in his village were mainly comprised of imitations of his teachers, his father and his grandfather. He could not study much though and dropped out of school when he was in seventh grade.
He ventured into stand up comedy at the age of 10. He got a job at Hindustan Lever, Mumbai, for 5-6 years and used to amuse his colleagues with stand-up comedy. As he started doing on-stage comedy, he took the Lever part from the company’s name .This gave him the pseudonym – Johnny Lever.
He got his first break in Indian cinema was in the film Dard Ka Rishta, thanks to the late Sunil Dutt, who saw him perform at a charity show organised by Kalyanji-Anandji. Since then, Johnny has worked in more than 160 films.
Even though he mimics many people, he has created a style of his own which makes him unique.
As a person, he is very close to his family that comprises of his wife and one child. His younger brother Jimmy Moses, is too, a comedian and mimicry artist.
He now stars on Zee TV on his own show called Johny Aala Re.
National Anthem Controversy
On December 8 1998, Johnny Lever was convicted and sentenced to seven days imprisonment for disrespect to the Indian National Anthem and Indian Constitution during a private performance in Dubai. According to the Police, this private performance was on the occasion of birthday party of the son of Anis Ibrahim, brother of international smuggler and terrorist Dawood Ibrahim. Tribune Article
Filmography
- Aap Jaisa Koi Nahin (2006) (Post-Production)
- Aur Phir Ek Din (2006) (Stuck/On Hold)
- Nidar - The Fearless (2006) (Post-Production)
- Sandwich(film) (2006) (Released)
- Kaash... Mere Hote (2006) (To Go On Floor)
- Bekasoor? (2006) (Stuck/On Hold)
- Chashmebahadur (2006) (Released)
- Mr Tikdambaaz (2006) (Post-Production)
- Zinda Dil (2006) (Stuck/On Hold)
- Phir Hera Pheri (June 9, 2006) (Released) ...... Munnabhai
- 36 China Town (May 5, 2006) (Released) ...... KK
- Saawan - The Love Season (April 6, 2006) (Under Production)
- Banana Brothers* (March 17, 2006) (Released)
- Humko Tumse Pyaar Hai(February 24, 2006) (Released)
- Aisa Kyon Hota Hai? (February 17, 2006) (Released)
- Deewane Huye Paagal (November 25, 2005) (Released) ...... Murgan
- Khullam Khulla Pyaar Kare (April 29, 2005) (Released) ...... Pashabhai
- Padmashree Laloo Prasad Yadav (January 28, 2005) (Released) ...... Yadav
- Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin (2005) (Released) ...... Chitra Gupta
- Aabra Ka Daabra (December 24, 2004) (Released)
- Hatya - The Murderer (October 15, 2004) (Released)
- God Only Knows (January 16, 2004) (Released) ...... Road Babe
- Janasheen (November 28, 2003) (Released) ...... Johnny Chen
- Market (September 12, 2003) (Released)
- Koi Mil Gaya (August 8, 2003) (Released) ...... Chelaram Sukhwani
- Aisaa Kyon (August 8, 2003) (Released)
- Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon (June 27, 2003) (Released) ...... Johnny
- Chalte Chalte (June 13, 2003) (Released) ...... Nandu (The Roadside Drunk)
- Andaaz (May 23, 2003) (Released) ...... G.I. Joe (As Johny Lever)
- Kaise Kahoon Ke Pyaar Hai (May 9, 2003) (Released)
- Indian Babu(March 7, 2003) (Released)
- Kaash Aap Hamare Hote (February 14, 2003) ..... Native Indian Black Face
- Khushi(February 7, 2003) (Released).....Milestone
- Kucch To Hai (January 24, 2003) (Released) .....Popatlal (As Johny Lever)
- Chalo Ishq Ladaaye ([[December 27, 2002) (Released)
- Karz - The Burden Of Truth (December 6, 2002)..... Juggi
- Kehta Hai Dil Baar Baar November 15, 2002 (Released) .....Natwar
- Annarth (November 1, 2002 .....Ben Bose, Music Director
- Yeh Kaisi Mohabbat(September 13, 2002 (Released)...Paajal
- Jaani Dushman August 16, 2002) (Released) ...... Parwana
- Humraaz(July 5, 2002) (Released) ...... Mr. Darshan
- Awara Paagal Deewana (June 21, 2002 (Released)...Chhota Chhatri
- Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai(April 26, 2002) (Released) ...... Paresh Chaval (Painter)
- Badmash No.1 (April 26, 2002) (Released)
- Angaar -The Fire(April 5, 2002) (Released)
- Tumko Na Bhool PaayengeFebruary 22, 2002) (Released) ...... Pakhandee Baba
- Yeh Mohabbat HaiFebruary 8, 2002) (Released) ...... Jaggi
- Yeh Dil AashiqanaaJanuary 18, 2002) (Released)
- Ankhiyon Se Goli Maare2002) (Released) ...... Subramaniam
- Aamdani Athanni Kharcha Rupaiya (December 21, 2001) (Released) ...... Appu Khote
- Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (December 14, 2001) (Released)
- Arjun Devaa (November 23, 2001) (Released)
- Asoka (October 26, 2001) (Released) ...... Magadha Soldier
- Dial 100 (October 5, 2001) (Released)
- Ajnabee (September 22, 2001) (Released) ...... Banu Pradhan (B.P.)
- Nayak(September 7, 2001) (Released) ...... TV Cameraman
- Lajja (August 31, 2001) (Released)
- Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega (June 29, 2001) (Released) ...... Aslam Bhai
- [[Censor] (April 6, 2001) (Released) ...... Vikramjeet'S First Assistant
- Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (March 9, 2001) (Released) ...... Pappu Bhai
- Aashiq (January 26, 2001) (Released)
- Farz (January 12, 2001) (Released)
- Raju Chacha (December 20, 2000) (Released) ...... Jaddu
- Aaghaaz* (October 6, 2000) (Released) ...... Rajni Deva
- Shikari* (October 6, 2000) (Released) ...... Jafrani Sindhi Businessman
- Fiza* (September 8, 2000) (Released) ...... Laughing Club Comic
- Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai (August 24, 2000) (Released) ...... Chatterjee
- Deewane (August 11, 2000) (Released) ...... Okay
- Joru Ka Ghulam (June 16, 2000) (Released) ...... Kanhaiya
- Hum To Mohabbat KaregaMay 26, 2000) (Released) ...... Kutti
- Dil Hi Dil Mein (April 21, 2000) (Released)
- Badal (February 11, 2000) (Released) ...... Guler Mehndi
- Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani (January 21, 2000) (Released) ...... Pappu Junior
- Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge (January 15, 2000) (Released) ...... Tour Manager Chirkund
- Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai (January 14, 2000) (Released) ...... Inspector Parab
- Mela (January 7, 2000) (Released) ...... Inspector Pakkad Singh
- Kunwara (2000) (Released) ...... Gopal
- Kaali Topi Laal Rumaal (2000) (Released)
- Beti No.1 (2000) (Released) ...... Mulayamchand 'Mullu'
- Meri Jung Ka Elaan (2000) (Released)
- Tera Jadoo Chal Gayaa (2000) (Released) ...... Maggi
- Hadh Kar Di Aapne (2000) (Released) ...... Father/Son Lawyer Team
- Jwalamukhi (2000) (Released)
- Krodh (2000) (Released) ...... Prem
- Jaanwar (December 23, 1999) (Released) ...... Bajrangi
- Khoobsurat (November 26, 1999) (Released) ...... Special Appearance (Song)
- Hum Tum Pe Marte Hain (September 24, 1999) (Released) ...... Sattu
- Hello Brother (September 10, 1999) (Released) ...... Havaldar Hatella
- Baadshah (August 27, 1999) (Released) ...... Ramlal
- Sirf Tum (June 11, 1999) (Released) ...... Niranjan
- Silsila Hai Pyar Ka (April 16, 1999) (Released) ...... Johnny
- Anari No. 1 (April 9, 1999) (Released) ...... Daler Mehndi
- International Khiladi (March 26, 1999) (Released) ...... Focus
- Laawaris (March 5, 1999) (Released) ...... Gaflet
- Daag-The Fire (February 12, 1999) (Released) ...... Sundar
- Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain (January 22, 1999) (Released)
Benaam (1999) (Released) ...... Munna Mobile
- Dulhan Banoo Mein Teri (1999) (Released)
- Ganga Ki Kasam (1999) (Released)
- Heeralal Pannalal (1999) (Released) ...... Heeralal (Double Role)
- Wajood (December 11, 1998) (Released) ...... Inspector Rahim Khan
- Soldier (November 20, 1998) (Released) ...... Mohan/Sohan (As Johny Lever)
- Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (October 16, 1998) (Released) ...... Col. Almeida, Camp Manager
- Tirchhi Topiwale (September 11, 1998) (Released) ...... Kadak K. Pillay
- Barood(August 7, 1998) (Released) ...... Presenter
- Iski Topi Uske Sar (July 17, 1998) (Released) ...... Gabbar Singh/Mogamba/John Lobo
- Kareeb (July 17, 1998) (Released) ...... Bighe Laal
- Dulhe Raja (July 10, 1998) (Released) ...... Bankhey (Hotel Manager)
- Achanak (June 12, 1998) (Released) ...... Joni
- Jab Pyar Kisi Se Hota Hai (May 22, 1998) (Released) ...... Mahesh
- Mard (May 15, 1998) (Released)
- Jiyaala (May 1, 1998) (Released)
- Aunty No. 1 (May 1, 1998) (Released)
- Keemat: They Are Back (April 10, 1998) (Released) ...... Sub Inspector Ultappan (As Johney Lever)
- Aakrosh: Cyclone Of Anger (April 3, 1998) (Released) ...... Gopi
- Ustadon Ke Ustad (March 20, 1998) (Released)
- Miss 420 (January 23, 1998) (Released) ...... Tony Fernandes
- Yeh Aashiqui Meri (January 16, 1998) (Released)
- Barsat Ki Raat (1998) (Released)
- Ishq (November 28, 1997) (Released) ...... Ranjit'S Brother-In-Law
- Deewana Mastana (October 10, 1997) (Released) ...... Ghafoor
- Mr And Mrs Khiladi (October 10, 1997) (Released) ...... Bandaged Patient On Street
- Krishna Arjun (October 1, 1997) (Released)
- Judge Mujrim (September 12, 1997) (Released)
- Yes Boss (July 18, 1997) (Released) ...... Madaman
- Do Aankhen Barah Haath (July 11, 1997) (Released)
- Koyla (April 18, 1997) (Released) ...... Shanker'S Friend
- Agni Morcha (April 4, 1997) (Released)
- Himalyaputra (April 4, 1997) (Released) ...... Joe
- Kaalia(March 28, 1997) (Released)
- Judaai (February 28, 1997) (Released) ...... Hiralal
- Auzaar (February 28, 1997) (Released) ...... Peter
- Ghunghat (1997) (Released)
- Daayen (1997) (Released)
- Jodidar (1997) (Released)
- Dushman Duniya Ka (November 22, 1996) (Released)
- Raja Hindustani (November 15, 1996) (Released) ...... Balvant Singh
- Sapoot (November 8, [[1996) (Released)
- Bhishma (July 26, 1996) (Released) ...... Natwar
- Daraar (July 5, 1996) (Released) ...... Hari (As Johny Lever)
- Hahakar (July 5, 1996) (Released) ...... Chamcha
- Himmatwar (June 14, 1996) (Released)
- Jaan (May 17, 1996) (Released) ...... Damru
- Haqeeqat (December 29, 1995) (Released) ...... Tony
- Ram Shastra (November 9, 1995) (Released) ...... Raja
- Rock Dancer (November 3, 1995) (Released) ...... Police Inspector
- Criminal (August 4, 1995) (Released)
- Karan Arjun (January 13, [[1995[[) (Released) ...... Lenghaiya
- Dilbar (1995) (Released)
- Inteqam Ke Sholey (1995) (Released)
- Mr Azad (December 23, 1994) (Released)
- Yaar Ghaddar (November 4, 1994) (Released) ...... Police Inspector
- Main Khiladi Tu Anadi (September 23, 1994) (Released) ...... Dhansukh
- Prem Yog(August 23, 1994) (Released)
- Juaari (July 8, 1994) (Released)
- Ekka Raja Rani (June 24, 1994) (Released) ...... Guruji (Dancemaster)
- Saajan Ka Ghar (April 29, 1994) (Released)
- Anjaam (April 22, 1994) (Released) ...... Champa Chameli
- Kanoon (April 1, 1994) (Released)
- Zamane Se Kya Darna (January 14, 1994) (Released)
- Mahakaal (1994) (Released)
- Masti (1994) (Released)
- Bhagyawan (December 10, 1993) (Released)
- Aulad Ke Dushman (December 3, 1993) (Released) ...... Johny
- Baazigar (November 12, 1993) (Released) ...... Babulal
- Santan (November 12, 1993) (Released)
- Anmol (August 27, 1993) (Released) ...... Himself (Special Appearance)
- Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja (April 16, 1993) (Released)
- Anari (March 26, 1993) (Released)
- Aansoo Bane Angaarey (1993) (Released)
- Yugandhar (1993) (Released)
- Teri Payal Meree Geet (1993) (Released)
- Insaaniyat Ke Devta 1993) (Released) ...... Muthuswamy
- Chamatkar (July 8, 1992) (Released) ...... Cricket Commentator
- Humla (May 29, 1992) (Released) ...... Shiva'S Friend
- Khiladi (January 5, 1992) (Released) ...... Anna Pillai
- Geet Milan Ke Gaate Rehenge (1992) (Released)
- Jungle Ka Beta (1992) (Released)
- Narsimha (July 5, 1991) (Released) ...... Tempo Dada
- Vishnu Deva (February 15, 1991) (Released) ...... Havaldar #1
- Ajooba Kudrat Ka (1991) (Released)
- Raeeszada (1991) (Released)
- Bandh Darwaza (June 1, 1990) (Released)
- Kishen Kanhaiya (March 9, 1990) (Released) ...... Lobo
- Khatarnak (1990) (Released)
- Kafan (1990) (Released)
- Main Azad Hoon(December 15, 1989) (Released) ...... Protester (Uncredited)
- Chalbaaz (December 8, 1989) (Released) ...... Special Appearance
- Kala Bazar (October 6, 1989) (Released)
- Jaadugar (August 25, 1989) (Released) ...... Nilkant
- Mujrim(June 28, 1989) (Released) ...... Shankar'S PA
- Ilaaka (May 12, 1989) (Released)
- Suryaa (February 10, 1989) (Released)
- Tezaab (November 10, 1988) (Released)
- Hero Hiralal (October 21, 1988) (Released)
- Aakhri Adalat (June 10, 1988) (Released) ...... Havaldar
- Hatya (June 3, 1988) (Released)
- Kasam (April 15, 1988) (Released)
- Ghar Mei Ram Gali Mein Shyam (January 15, 1988) (Released) ...... Srivastav'S Servant
- Jalwa (1987) (Released) ...... Muthu (The Masseur)
- Main Balwan (November 28, 1986) (Released)
- Love 86 (February 14, 1986) (Released) ...... Uttam (As Johny Lever)
- Tum Par Hum Quarban (1985) (Released)
- Ek Nai Paheli (June 29, 1984) (Released)
- Yeh Rishta Na Toote (July 30, 1981) (Released)
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