Gajraj Rao
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    • Born Place: Dungarpur, India

Gajraj Rao

Gajraj Rao is a prominent Indian actor and ad filmmaker, widely recognized for his versatile performances in Hindi cinema. Born in 1971 in Dungarpur, Rajasthan, he began his acting career in 1994 with a minor role in Shekhar Kapur's critically acclaimed film Bandit Queen. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, he built a solid reputation through a series of supporting roles in movies like Dil Se..., Black Friday, and Talvar.His career took a significant turn in 2018 with the release of the comedy-drama Badhaai Ho, where he played the lead role of a middle-aged man grappling with an unexpected pregnancy. His heartwarming and relatable performance earned him widespread critical acclaim and several awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. This role cemented his status as a leading character actor in Bollywood.In addition to his film work, Rao has also gained popularity for his performances in web series, particularly his collaborations with The Viral Fever (TVF), including the series F.A.T.H.E.R.S. and Tech Conversations with Dad. He has continued to impress audiences with a variety of roles in recent films such as Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, Made in China, and Maidaan, as well as his recent appearance in Jolly LLB 3. Beyond acting, he is also a director and writer, and is associated with the ad filmmaking firm Code Red Films.

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