Gaurav Gera (born 23 September 1973) is an Indian comedian and actor who works in Hindi films and television. He has also worked in the Hindi musical Jhumroo. He is well known for playing the role of Nandu in Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin. He gained further acclaim for his role in the 2025 film Dhurandhar and its sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026).
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Career
Television
Gera started his career with Life Nahin Hai Laddoo on Star Plus and then he played the supporting role as Nandu in Sony TV's show Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin. He also appeared in various shows, Kohi Apna Sa, Baat Hamari Pakki Hai, Babban Bhai v/s Bimla Tai. He also played the lead role in Sab TV's show Tota Weds Maina and Colors TV show Mrs. Pammi Pyarelal. He was last seen in Colors TV's reality show Comedy Nights with Kapil as Dulari. In 2016, he made a cameo in the series Naagin as Chutki. He was also a participant on Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. In 2019, he appeared in the Alt Balaji show Boss - Baap of Special Services where he essayed the role of Jignesh.
Films
Gera made his Hindi Movie debut with Kyun...! Ho Gaya Na, where he played a cameo role. In 2008, he played Vinay Pathak's younger brother Vivek in Dasvidaniya. He also gave cameo appearances in Chalo Dilli, Woodstock Villa, MP3: Mera Pehla Pehla Pyaar In 2015, he starred in MSG: The Messenger as Bhondu. He appeared in the role of Mohammed Aalam in Aditya Dhar's 2025 spy film Dhurandhar and its 2026 sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge.
Other media
Gera is known for a range of characters he essays on his Snapchat and Instagram handles; these include the widely popular Shopkeeper, Chutki and Billi Massi, among others.
Filmography
Music video
Harega Nahi India (2020) - sung by Gaurav Sharma
Personal life
Gera has stated in an interview that he doesn't have a spouse or children of his own, and prefers his current life in Oshiwara, Mumbai.