Actor
Jaaved Jaaferi
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Years Active
1985 – Present
Jaaved Jaaferi Biography
Jaaved Jaaferi Basic Information
- Full Name: Syed Jaaved Ahmed Jaaferi
- Nickname: Jaaved Jaaferi
- Date of Birth: 4 December 1963
- Age: 62 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Islam
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Family Details
- Father: Jagdeep (Veteran actor & comedian)
- Mother: Not publicly known
- Brother: Naved Jaffrey (Actor, dancer)
- Sister: Muskaan Jaaferi
Children: - Meezaan Jaaferi (Actor)
- Abbas Jaaferi
- Alaviaa Jaaferi
Physical Appearance
- Height: Approx. 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm)
- Weight: Around 75 kg
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Education
- Completed schooling in Mumbai
- No widely documented college degree (focused early on performing arts)
Career Highlight
| Year | Category | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Film | Debut with Meri Jung; gained attention for dance and song |
| 1990 | Film | Lead role in Jawani Zindabad |
| 1995 | Film | Comic role in Oh Darling! Yeh Hai India |
| 1998 | Film | Singer & lyricist in Bombay Boys (“Mumbhai”) |
| 2003 | Film | Popular fantasy film Jajantaram Mamantaram |
| 2005 | Film | Breakthrough comic role in Salaam Namaste |
| 2007 | Film | Major success with Dhamaal (Manav Shrivastav) |
| 2007 | Film | Supporting role in Ta Ra Rum Pum |
| 2008 | Film | Appeared in Singh Is Kinng |
| 2009 | Film | Memorable cameo in 3 Idiots |
| 2011 | Film | Double Dhamaal success |
| 2011 | Production | Produced documentary Inshallah, Football |
| 2012 | Production | Produced documentary Inshallah, Kashmir |
| 2014 | Film | Role in action film Bang Bang! |
| 2019 | Film | Returned in Total Dhamaal |
| 2020 | Film (OTT) | Appeared in Netflix film Maska |
| 2021 | Film | Featured in Sooryavanshi |
| 2022 | Film (OTT) | Played role in Jaadugar |
| 2024 | Web Series | Appeared in Taaza Khabar |
| 2025 | Film | Featured in Inn Galiyon Mein |
| 2025 | Film | Appeared in De De Pyaar De 2 |
| 2026 | Film | Upcoming Mayasabha |
| 2026 | Film | Dhamaal 4 (filming) |
| 1994–1997 | TV | Hosted Flashback |
| 1996–2014 | TV | Judge on Boogie Woogie |
| 2004 | TV | Hosted Road Raja |
| 2011–2012 | TV | Hosted Mai Ka Lal |
| 2019 | Web Series | Acted in The Final Call |
| 2020–2022 | Web Series | Never Kiss Your Best Friend |
| 2022 | Web Series | Escaype Live |
| 2003 | Dubbing | Voiced Shere Khan (The Jungle Book 2 Hindi) |
| 2004 | Dubbing | Dubbed Syndrome (The Incredibles Hindi) |
| 2005–2019 | Dubbing | Iconic commentary in Takeshi’s Castle |
| 2013 | Dubbing | Narration for Ninja Warrior |
| 2021 | Dubbing | Narration in Floor Is Lava (Hindi) |
Recent Actvity
- Actively promoting his upcoming film Mayasabha
- Involved in the ongoing production and buzz around Dhamaal 4
- Participating in media interviews and promotional events
- Sharing views on changing trends in the Indian entertainment industry
- Engaging with fans through social media platforms
- Supporting and collaborating with younger actors in the industry
- Continuing work across films, OTT platforms, and digital content
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film/Show | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | IIFA Awards | Best Comedian | IIFA Best Comedian Award | Salaam Namaste | Won |
| 2006 | Filmfare Awards | Best Performance in a Comic Role | Filmfare Award | Salaam Namaste | Nominated |
| 2011 | National Film Awards | Best Film on Social Issues | National Film Award | Inshallah, Football | Won |
| 2013 | Asian Television Awards | Best Entertainment Presenter/Host | Asian Television Award | Animals Gone Wild with Jaaved Jaaferi | Nominated |
About Jaaved Jaaferi
Jaaved Jaaferi is an Indian actor, comedian, dancer, and voice artist known for his work in films, TV, and dubbing.
He is famous for comedy films like Dhamaal and his voiceover in Takeshi’s Castle.
His father is veteran comedian actor Jagdeep.
Yes, he is active with films like Mayasabha and Dhamaal 4.
He is known for acting, dancing, comedy, hosting, and voice acting.