Happy Birthday Johnny Lever: The Man Who Made India Laugh

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Johnny Lever is one of India’s most loved comedians, known for his impeccable timing

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Born in 1957 in Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh, he grew up in Mumbai

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Worked odd jobs and performed mimicry to support his family before entering films

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Gained fame with films like Baazigar, Raja Hindustani, and Dulhe Raja

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His facial expressions and voice modulations became his trademark style

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Won multiple Filmfare Awards for Best Comedian, earning industry-wide respect

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Also impressed audiences with emotional roles in films like Phir Hera Pheri

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Loving husband and father, his daughter Jamie Lever is also a comedian

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