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Javed Jaffrey is a versatile Indian actor, comedian, dancer, singer, and television personality. He is the son of veteran actors Jagdeep and Subhaida Jaffrey, and the brother of actors Naved Jaffrey and Meenaz Jaffrey. Javed was born on 4 December 1963 in Mumbai, India.
Javed made his acting debut in the 1981 film Meri Awaz Suno, but his breakthrough role came in the 1983 film Masoom. He went on to star in several successful films in the 1980s and 1990s, including Meri Jung (1985), Hero Hindustani (1987), Salaami (1994), and Salaam-e-Ishq (2006).
Javed is also known for his comedic roles in films such as Andaz Apna Apna (1994), Chachi 420 (1997), and Dhamaal (2007). He has also hosted several popular television shows, including Boogie Woogie (1996-2002), Sa Re Ga Ma Pa (2000-2003), and Nach Baliye (2005-2006).
In addition to his acting and hosting career, Javed is also a talented dancer and singer. He has released several albums and has performed in several stage shows and concerts. He is also a skilled mimic and has impersonated several popular personalities on television.
Javed is married to Zarina Wahab, and they have two children, Meezaan Jaffrey and Alavia Jaffrey.
Javed Jaffrey has acted in over 100 films in his career. Some of his most notable films include:
| Year | Title | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Meri Jung | Rahul Rawail |
| 1988 | Woh Phir Aayegi | Mahesh Bhatt |
| 1989 | Lashkar | Manmohan Desai |
| 1990 | Jawani Zindabad | Lawrence D'Souza |
| 1991 | Shiv Ram | Umesh Mehra |
| 1992 | Jeena Marna Tere Sang | Rakesh Roshan |
| 1994 | Teesra Kaun | David Dhawan |
| 1995 | Oh Darling! Yeh Hai India | Indra Kumar |
| 1998 | Bombay Boys | Mahesh Bhatt |
| 2000 | Gang | Ram Gopal Varma |
| 2003 | Boom | Kaizad Gustad |
| 2004 | Shola: Fire of Love | Suneel Darshan |
| 2005 | Salaam Namaste | Siddharth Anand |
| 2007 | Dhamaal | Indra Kumar |
| 2008 | Roadside Romeo | Rohit Shetty |
| 2009 | 3 Idiots | Rajkumar Hirani |
| 2010 | City Of Life | Sanjay Gupta |
| 2011 | Chai Garam | Sudhir Mishra |
| 2012 | The Forest | Neeraj Pandey |
| 2013 | War Chhod Na Yaar | Samir Karnik |
| 2014 | Bang Bang! | Siddharth Anand |
| 2015 | Picket 43 | Santosh Sivan |
| 2016 | Ishq Forever | Rohit Shetty |
| 2018 | Lupt | Vikram Bhatt |
| 2019 | Happy Sardar | Rohit Shetty |
| 2020 | Coolie No. 1 | David Dhawan |
| 2021 | Sooryavanshi | Rohit Shetty |
| 2021 | Bhoot Police | Pawan Kripalani |
| 2022 | Jaadugar | Sameer Saxena |
| 2023 | Bulletproof Anand (Short) | Rohit Shetty |
| 2024 | Death in the City (Short) | Rohit Shetty |
| 2024 | Mayasabha (Post-production) | Rohit Shetty |
| 2024 | Hera Pheri 3 (In Production) | Rohit Shetty |
Javed Jaffrey belongs to a family of actors. His father, Jagdeep, was a veteran actor who is best known for his role as Soorma Bhopali in the 1975 film Sholay. His mother, Subhaida Jaffrey, was a Pakistani actress who appeared in several films and television shows. His brother, Naved Jaffrey, is an actor and comedian who has appeared in several films and television shows, including the popular sitcom Dekh Bhai Dekh. His sister, Meenaz Jaffrey, is a theater actress and director.
Javed Jaffrey is married to Zarina Wahab, who is also an actress. They have two children, Meezaan Jaffrey and Alavia Jaffrey. Meezaan is an actor who has appeared in several films, including Malaal (2019) and Hungama 2 (2021). Alavia is a dancer and choreographer.
Javed Jaffrey has won several awards for his acting and dancing. Some of his awards include:
Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for the film Masoom (1983)
Filmfare Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role for the film Salaami (1994)
Screen Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role for the film Salaami (1994)
Zee Cine Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role for the film Salaam-e-Ishq (2006)
Star Screen Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role for the film Salaam-e-Ishq (2006)
In 2008, Javed Jaffrey was involved in a controversy when he was arrested for possession of drugs. He was later released on bail.
Javed Jaffrey is a versatile and talented actor who has made a significant contribution to Indian cinema. He is known for his versatility, his comedic timing, and his dancing skills. He is also a popular television personality and has hosted several popular shows.
Javed Jaffrey is a respected figure in the Indian entertainment industry and is known for his sense of humor