11 Veteran Bollywood Comedians Who Have Kept Bollywood Alive

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Do you remember your childhood when your days passed watching Bollywood movies with your parents with the funniest actors on-screen? That was the time when unparalleled comedians like Johnny Lever, Sanjay Mishra, Kader Khan, Paresh Rawal dominated our screens. Many of them still do and there are others too, but that period was special. Isn’t that true?

Now when the mainstream comedy is filled with so many groups like AIB, TVF, and TSP, most of us still wait for switching to Sony at 9 on the weekend. Why? Because Kapil still believes in doing quality comedy which can entertain the entire family and doesn’t restricts himself to jargons. Well, these stars might rule the comic industry now but veteran comedians were and are the real stars

Let’s reminisce and walk down the memory lane to the times where our parents knew who were true comic actors and the ones who could truly ROFL us out even today.

1. Johnny Lever

The first name which comes in our mind is Johnny Lever. Wearing his suspenders in many of them, Johnny Lever has entertained us in more than 300 films from “Dulhe Raja” to “Golmaal Again” and how we wish to see him every now and then.

2. Sanjay Mishra

Sanjay Mishra’s comedy has always been exemplary and he has always introduced us to his dynamic personality. Starring in movies like “Golmaal”, “Dhamaal”, and “Chala Mussaddi...Office Office”. A down to earth personality, Sanjay Mishra has also starred in many TV shows and can we ever get over “Dhonduu...Just Chill!”

3. Vijay Raaz

The man who made us savor the ‘Kauwa Biryani’. Known for some of his iconic roles, Vijay Raaz shows how comedy can be done even when you remain serious. From the bus driver in “Bombay to Goa” to the movie director in “Welcome”, Vijay Raaz is one of those people, on even having the sight of whom we can tell that the picture is going to be awesome.

4. Vinay Pathak

Vinay Pathak is a well-known face and most popular for the role in “Bheja Fry” and “Bheja Fry 2”. From his role of Bobby Khosla to Bharat Bhushan, Vinay Pathak has earned a reputation in the industry which he deserves.

5. Asrani

Acting in over 350 films, Asrani has played a variety of roles in Bollywood films. From “Bawarchi” to “Dhamaal” and “Malaamal Weekly”, Asrani has always shown us his true caliber. Also, we can never forget his acting in the iconic film, “Sholay”. Our very own, angrezo ke zamaane ka jailer!

6. Kader Khan

It won’t be wrong if Kader Khan is called the most versatile actor in Bollywood. A man who ruled the industry till the time he lived, Kader Khan acted in hundreds of movies including “Mr. & Mrs. Khiladi”, “Dulhe Raja”, “Fun2shh”, and “Anari”. Kader Khan is famous for portraying the role of the heroine’s father. He will always live in our hearts as the legend of comedy, the one who could tickle our funny bones like none.

7. Raj Pal Yadav

Known for acting in hundreds of film, Raj Pal Yadav is an iconic actor. Starring in movies like “Garam Masala”, “Malamaal Weekly”, “Chup Chup Ke”, “Bhagam Bhaag”, and many more, Raj Pal Yadav has been a household name for years.

8. Javed Jaffrey

Remember the hilarious comedy Javed Jaffrey used to do when you watched “Takeshi’s Castle”. An asset to the industry, Javed Jaffrey entertained us in movies like “Jajantaram Mamantaram”, “Dhamaal” and “Singh is King”. His portrayal of Manav in Dhamaal franchise is one of the most famous comic roles.

9. Paresh Rawal

Who has ever forgotten the epic Babu Bhaiya? Graced with a plethora of awards, Paresh Rawal has featured in “Hera Pheri”, “Chup Chup Ke”, “Golmaal”, “OMG”, and the list goes on and on.

10. Tiku Talsania

Known for his mischevious styles and unique way of reacting to situations, Tiku Talsania has starred in movies like “Andaz Apna Apna”, “Hungama” and “Dhol”.

11. Razak Khan

Razak Khan acted in almost 100 movies, most of them with Govinda and Kader Khan. His Takker Pehelwan role in “Ankhiyon Se Goli Maare” earned a lot of fame. He worked in movies like “Ishq”, “China Gate”, “Baadshah”, and “Bhagam Bhag”.

These talented comedians truly have the flair for comedy. They understand their audience and are versatile in their acting. So which actors’ movies are you going to binge on today?