Rajpal Yadav
Rajpal Yadav is one of Bollywood's most reliable comic performers, and honestly, the guy's filmography reads like a greatest hits collection of early 2000s comedies. Born in Uttar Pradesh and trained at the National School of Drama, Yadav burst onto the scene with Ram Gopal Varma's *Jungle* in 2000, playing a negative role that showed he was more than just a funny face. From there, he became the go-to guy for slapstick comedy, appearing in cult classics like *Ek Aur Ek Gyarah*, *Mujhse Shaadi Karogi*, and the *Hera Pheri* franchise—basically, if a 2000s Bollywood comedy made you laugh, chances are Yadav was involved. His work earned him multiple Filmfare and Screen Award nominations, cementing his status as a comedy stalwart. What makes Rajpal special is his ability to seamlessly switch between making you laugh and actually pulling off dramatic roles. While he's famous for his comedic timing in Priyadarshan's films like *Hungama* and *Garam Masala*, he's proven his range in projects like *Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon* and *Ardh*, showing there's real depth beneath the humor. His recent appearances, including *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2*, prove he's still got the magic after more than two decades in the industry. Yadav's contribution to Bollywood has been quietly significant—he's helped define a specific brand of Hindi cinema comedy that fans still cherish and revisit.
Awards & Nominations
Filmography
Welcome to the Jungle
2026
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai
2026
Bhooth Bangla
2026
Interrogation
2025
Naam
2024
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
2024
Chandu Champion
2024
Luv Ki Arrange Marriage
2024
Kaam Chalu Hai
2024
Pad Gaye Pange
2024
Vanvaas
2024
Baby John
2024
Bad Boy
2023
Shehzada
2023
Satyaprem Ki Katha
2023
Kathal
2023
Dream Girl 2
2023
Non Stop Dhamaal
2023
Apurva
2023
Ladki: Dragon Girl
2022
Thai Massage
2022
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2
2022
Ardh
2022
Dangerous
2022
Time to Dance
2021
Hungama 2
2021
Bhoot Police
2021
Hello Charlie
2021
Coolie No. 1
2020
Shraap 3D
2018
Babuji Ek Ticket Bambai
2017
Judwaa 2
2017
Baankey Ki Crazy Baraat
2015
Thoda Lutf Thoda Ishq
2015
Bumper Draw
2015
Welcome Back
2015
Main Tera Hero
2014
Bhopal: A Prayer for Rain
2014
D Day
2013
Krrish 3
2013
Policegiri
2013
Zindagi 50-50
2013
Hai Golmaal In White House
2013
Rangrezz
2013
Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal
2012
Ata Pata Laapata
2012
Ata Pata Lapata
2012
Satrangee Parachute
2011
Bin Bulaye Baraati
2011
Masti Express
2011
Be Careful
2011
Hello! Hum Lallan Bol Rahe Hain
2010
Mirch
2010
Action Replayy
2010
Benny and Babloo
2010
Khatta Meetha
2010
Kushti
2010
Rann
2010
Bolo Raam
2009
Chal Chala Chal
2009
De Dana Dan
2009
Do Knot Disturb
2009
Yeh Mera India
2009
Billu
2009
Daddy Cool
2009
Ek Se Bure Do
2009
Kal Kissne Dekha
2009
Krazzy 4
2008
Bhoothnath
2008
C Kkompany
2008
Mere Baap Pehle Aap
2008
God Tussi Great Ho
2008
Jumbo
2008
Chamku
2008
Hastey Hastey
2008
Rama Rama Kya Hai Dramaa?
2008
Anwar
2007
Undertrial
2007
Partner
2007
Aag
2007
Dhol
2007
Go
2007
Bhool Bhulaiyaa
2007
Chup Chup Ke
2006
Malamaal Weekly
2006
Shaadi Se Pehle
2006
Phir Hera Pheri
2006
Baabul
2006
Darna Zaroori Hai
2006
Apna Sapna Money Money
2006
Bhagam Bhag
2006
Waqt: The Race Against Time
2005
Shaadi No. 1
2005
Paheli
2005
Garam Masala
2005
Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?
2005
Main, Meri Patni Aur Woh
2005
Kyaa Kool Hai Hum
2005
James
2005
Love in Nepal
2004
Meenaxi: A Tale of Three Cities
2004
Insaaf: The Justice
2004
Dil Bechara Pyaar Ka Maara
2004
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten Hero
2004
Shart: The Challenge
2004
Taarzan: The Wonder Car
2004
Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
2004
Aan: Men at Work
2004
The Hero: Love Story of a Spy
2003
Ek Aur Ek Gyarah
2003
Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon
2003
Kal Ho Naa Ho
2003
Hungama
2003
Haasil
2003
Darna Mana Hai
2003
Chor Machaaye Shor
2002
Maseeha
2002
Road
2002
Maine Dil Tujhko Diya
2002
Lal Salaam
2002
Company
2002
Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge
2002
Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe
2002
Hum Kisise Kum Nahin
2002
Chandni Bar
2001
Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar
2001
Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya
2001
Jungle
2000
Dil Kya Kare
1999
Mast
1999
Shool
1999