Johnny Lever
Johnny Lever is basically the king of comedy in Bollywood, and honestly, his resume speaks for itself. Since diving into Hindi cinema in 1984, this guy has appeared in over 300 films, becoming an absolute institution when it comes to making audiences laugh. He's racked up thirteen Filmfare nominations for Best Performance in a Comedic Role and won the award twice—for Deewana Mastana (1997) and Dulhe Raja (1998)—cementing his status as one of the most decorated comedians in Indian cinema. From slapstick timing to witty one-liners, Lever has been the go-to comic relief for some of Bollywood's biggest blockbusters, and his ability to steal scenes has made him irreplaceable across decades. What sets Johnny Lever apart is his incredible range and impeccable comic timing—he's the kind of actor who can elevate any film just by showing up. His style isn't about being loud or obnoxious; instead, it's about smart humor, clever expressions, and a genuine warmth that makes audiences root for his characters. Even as Bollywood's comedy landscape has evolved, Lever has continued to stay relevant, adapting to different eras while maintaining his signature charm. His contribution to Hindi cinema goes way beyond just making people laugh; he's basically a masterclass in comedic acting, and whether he's appearing in leading roles or supporting ones, Johnny Lever remains proof that great comedy never goes out of style.
Awards & Nominations
Filmography
Welcome to the Jungle
2026
Housefull 5
2025
Be Happy
2025
Badass Ravi Kumar
2025
Lantrani
2024
I Want to Talk
2024
Pop Kaun?
2023
Bad Boy
2023
Cirkus
2022
Jaadugar
2022
Jaysuk Zdpayo
2022
Naam Tha Kanhaiyalal
2022
Hungama 2
2021
Coolie No. 1
2020
Total Dhamaal
2019
Housefull 4
2019
Judwaa 2
2017
Machine
2017
Golmaal Again
2017
Santa Banta Pvt Ltd
2016
Entertainment
2014
Deewana Main Deewana
2013
Boss
2013
Singh Saab The Great
2013
Yamla Pagla Deewana 2
2013
Players
2012
Housefull 2
2012
Khiladi 786
2012
Chaar Din Ki Chandni
2012
Bin Bulaye Baraati
2011
Love Mein Ghum
2011
Game
2011
Yamla Pagla Deewana
2011
Masti Express
2011
Dulha Mil Gaya
2010
Aakrosh
2010
Prem Kaa Game
2010
Khatta Meetha
2010
Golmaal 3
2010
Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge
2009
All the Best: Fun Begins
2009
Aao Wish Karein
2009
De Dana Dan
2009
Paying Guests
2009
Race
2008
Fool n Final
2007
Victoria No. 203
2007
Fool & Final
2007
Sandwich
2006
Saawan... The Love Season
2006
36 China Town
2006
Aisa Kyon Hota Hai?
2006
Phir Hera Pheri
2006
Khullam Khulla Pyaar Karen
2005
Deewane Huye Paagal
2005
Padmashree Laloo Prasad Yadav
2005
Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin
2005
Aabra Ka Daabra
2004
Indian Babu
2003
Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon
2003
Kucch To Hai
2003
Janasheen
2003
Market
2003
Koi... Mil Gaya
2003
Chalte Chalte
2003
Andaaz
2003
Kaise Kahoon Ke... Pyaar Hai
2003
Khushi
2003
Love Ke Liye Kuchh Bhi Karega
2002
Chalo Ishq Ladaaye
2002
Ankhiyon Se Goli Maare
2002
Yeh Mohabbat Hai
2002
Annarth
2002
Yeh Kaisi Mohabbat
2002
Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani
2002
Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai
2002
Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge
2002
Akhiyon Se Goli Maare
2002
Humraaz
2002
Awara Paagal Deewana
2002
Yeh Dil Aashiqanaa
2002
Censor
2001
Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega
2001
Chori Chori Chupke Chupke
2001
Nayak
2001
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham...
2001
Asoka
2001
Ajnabee
2001
Lajja
2001
Kasam
2001
Aamdani Atthanni Kharcha Rupaiya
2001
Fiza
2000
Badal
2000
Krodh
2000
Hadh Kar Di Aapne
2000
Tera Jadoo Chal Gayaa
2000
Kunwara
2000
Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai
2000
Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani
2000
Hum To Mohabbat Karega
2000
Deewane
2000
Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai
2000
Aaghaaz
2000
Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge
2000
Joru Ka Ghulam
2000
Raju Chacha
2000
Benaam
1999
Sirf Tum
1999
Silsila Hai Pyar Ka
1999
International Khiladi
1999
Daag: The Fire
1999
Anari No.1
1999
Laawaris
1999
Baadshah
1999
Heeralal Pannalal
1999
Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain
1999
Dulhan Banoo Main Teri
1999
Ganga Ki Kasam
1999
Jaanwar
1999
Khoobsurat
1999
Hum Tum Pe Marte Hain
1999
Hello Brother
1999
Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai
1998
Wajood
1998
Soldier
1998
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
1998
Tirchhi Topiwale
1998
Iski Topi Uske Sarr
1998
Kareeb
1998
Dulhe Raja
1998
Achanak
1998
Aunty No. 1
1998
Keemat – They Are Back
1998
Miss 420
1998
Aakrosh
1998
Auzaar
1997
Koyla
1997
Ishq
1997
Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi
1997
Judge Mujrim
1997
Yes Boss
1997
Do Ankhen Barah Hath
1997
Himalay Putra
1997
Kaalia
1997
Krishna Arjun
1997
Jodidar
1997
Deewana Mastana
1997
Judaai
1997
Raja Hindustani
1996
Jaan
1996
Jeet
1996
Dushman Duniya Ka
1996
Daraar
1996
Sapoot
1996
Karan Arjun
1995
Ram Shastra
1995
Rock Dancer
1995
Ravan Raaj: A True Story
1995
Saajan Ka Ghar
1994
Zamane Se Kya Darna
1994
Ekka Raja Rani
1994
Juaari
1994
Prem Yog
1994
Main Khiladi Tu Anari
1994
Yaar Gaddar
1994
Anjaam
1994
Dilbar
1994
Mr. Azaad
1994
Anmol
1993
Zabaan Sambhalke
1993
Rang
1993
Baazigar
1993
Game
1993
Aasoo Bane Angaarey
1993
Bhagyawan
1993
Santaan
1993
Aulad Ke Dushman
1993
Khiladi
1992
Chamatkar
1992
Sapnon Ka Mandir
1991
Vishnu-Devaa
1991
Raeeszada
1991
Ajooba Kudrat Ka
1991
Narsimha
1991
Kishen Kanhaiya
1990
ChaalBaaz
1989
Main Azaad Hoon
1989
Mujrim
1989
Ilaaka
1989
Suryaa: An Awakening
1989
Ghar Mein Ram Gali Mein Shyam
1988
Hatya
1988
Hero Hiralal
1988
Tezaab
1988
Parivaar
1987
Jalwa
1987
Love 86
1986
Mard
1985
Ek Nai Paheli
1984
Dard Ka Rishta
1982