Actor
Jaideep Ahlawat
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Kharkara, Rohtak, Haryana, India
Years Active
2005–present
Jaideep Ahlawat Biography
Jaideep Ahlawat Full Information
- Full Name: Jaideep Ahlawat
- Date of Birth: 28 February 1980
- Age: 46 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Kharkara, Rohtak, Haryana, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Actor
- Industry: Hindi Film Industry (Bollywood), Web Series / OTT Platforms
- Active Years: 2005–present
Family Background
- Father :Omprakash Ahlawat
- Mother: Rajeshwari Devi
- Spouse: Married to Sushma Ahlawat
- Languages Known: Hindi, English
Education
- Schooling: Government Senior Secondary School, Kharkara, Rohtak, Haryana
- Undergraduate: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education (B.P.Ed) from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak
- Acting Training: Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune – Diploma in Acting
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie / Web Series | Career Highlight / Notable Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Chandni Bar | Early uncredited role; debut in Bollywood industry |
| 2012 | Second Marriage Dot Com | First notable credited role; started gaining recognition |
| 2012 | Gangs of Wasseypur | Played Shahid Khan; gained critical acclaim in ensemble cast |
| 2013 | Ankur Arora Murder Case | Important supporting role showcasing intense acting |
| 2014 | Raazi | Key supporting role; praised for realistic performance |
| 2019 | Bhonsle | Lead role as a retired Mumbai cop; critically acclaimed |
| 2020 | Paatal Lok (Web Series) | Lead role as Hathiram Chaudhary; breakthrough in OTT and pan-India recognition |
| 2021 | Raat Akeli Hai | Lead role; showcased versatility in thriller genre |
| 2022 | Khakee: The Bihar Chapter (Web Series) | Lead role in crime thriller series; strong performance praised |
| 2023 | Section 375 | Played complex supporting role; noted for intense, realistic acting |
Recent Activity
- Starred as Brigadier Jaan Mohammad Khan in the war film Ikkis, released January 1, 2026
- Generated buzz due to a mid-credits disclaimer about his character’s portrayal in Ikkis
- Won Best Actor for Paatal Lok S2 at IFFM 2025
- Won Best Actor for Paatal Lok S2 at Filmfare OTT Awards 2025
- Gained attention for spontaneous bhangra moves at the IFFM
- Revisited his SSB interview center in Prayagraj, reflecting on his career journey
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19th Screen Awards | Best Ensemble Cast | Gangs of Wasseypur | Nominated |
| 2014 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Performance in a Negative Role | Commando | Nominated |
| 2014 | 20th Screen Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Male | Commando | Nominated |
| 2019 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Male | Raazi | Nominated |
| 2019 | 26th Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Raazi | Nominated |
| 2020 | 2020 Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Actor in a Drama Series | Paatal Lok Season 1 | Won |
| 2023 | 68th Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | An Action Hero | Nominated |
| 2023 | 24th IIFA Awards | Best Supporting Actor | An Action Hero | Nominated |
| 2024 | 69th Filmfare Awards | Best Actor (Critics) | Three of Us | Nominated |
| 2025 | 2024 Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Actor in a Web Original Film | Jaane Jaan | Nominated |
| 2025 | 2024 Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Actor (Critics) in a Web Original Film | Jaane Jaan | Won |
| 2025 | 2024 Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Supporting Actor in a Web Original Film | Maharaj | Won |
| 2025 | 25th IIFA Awards | Best Actor in a Series | The Broken News Season 2 | Nominated |
| 2025 | 25th IIFA Awards | Best Supporting Actor in a Web Film | Maharaj | Nominated |
About Jaideep Ahlawat
Jaideep Ahlawat is an acclaimed Indian actor known for intense, realistic performances in films and web series.
He began his career in the mid-2000s, with early roles in films like Chandni Bar (2001, uncredited) and gained recognition with Second Marriage Dot Com (2012).
Popular works include Gangs of Wasseypur, Raazi, Bhonsle, Paatal Lok, Raat Akeli Hai, and Ikkis.
He has won awards including Filmfare OTT Awards and recognition at IFFM for his work in Paatal Lok S2 and Maharaj.
Recent projects include starring in the war film Ikkis (2026), winning Best Actor for Paatal Lok S2 at IFFM 2025 and Filmfare OTT Awards 2025, and revisiting his SSB interview center in Prayagraj.