The blockbuster series, Paatal Lok shone the spotlight on one of the rarest Bollywood gems. Jaideep Ahlawat’s Inspector Hathiram Chaudhary has become a household name, leaving his fans excited for his future work. The recent announcement of his Netflix show, Jewel Thief, has created a buzz in the audience. He is one of the show’s lead performers alongside Saif Ali Khan. The series is about a thief hired to steal the world’s most expensive diamond, the African Red Sun.

Jaideep Ahlawat as a Haryanvi cop might be your favourite genre, but have you seen his other movies? Before he won hearts through this cult web series, he played some of the most impactful roles in many Hindi films. Here are some films that reflect how Jaideep Ahlawat always puts up a great show for viewers.

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1. Jaane Jaan

Ahlawat plays genius mathematician Naren in the Hindi film adaptation of the bestselling book The Devotion Of Suspect X. Jaane Jaan follows the life of Maya D’Souza (Kareena Kapoor Khan) as she becomes the prime suspect of his ex-husband’s sudden disappearance. As Inspector Karan Anand (Vijay Varma) investigates the crime, Naren, Maya’s neighbour, helps her deceive the police. Jaideep stole the show in this film by delivering a stunning performance.

2. Maharaj

This film casts Jaideep Ahlawat as the antagonist. He plays Jadunath Maharaj, a saint who sexually exploits his female devotees in the name of divine service. The film also stars Junaid Khan and Sharvari as lead performers. Maharaj‘s powerful script and Jaideep’s equally outstanding acting, among other actors, make the film a must-watch.

3. Three Of Us

Jaideep Ahlawat’s acting career reflects a well-diversified portfolio that only promises entertainment for the audience. Three Of Us features him, Shefali Shah, and Swanand Kirkire in key roles. The film narrates a beautiful tale of a woman facing dementia, and her wish to visit her past before she forgets it all. In this process, she longs to see her old lover, Pradeep Kamat (Jaideep Ahlawat), one last time to give him the closure he deserves. You might have loved Jaideep in a badass role, but Pradeep’s calm and composed presence will leave you in complete awe of the actor.

4. Raazi

The film adaptation of Harinder Sikka’s novel, Calling Sehmat, Raazi is about a young Kashmiri spy. She marries a Pakistani military officer, Iqbal (Vicky Kaushal). As her husband discovers her truth, he calls the cops. But Sehmat’s (Alia Bhatt) trainer, Khalid Mir (Jaideep Ahlawat), tries to kill her to prevent her from being caught. His stern character as Alia’s trainer and RAW intelligence officer makes for a thrilling watch.

5. Ajeeb Daastaans

The four short stories in Ajeeb Daastaans reveal strange romantic relationships between complex characters. In one of the stories, Ahlawat plays Babloo, a corrupt political leader who dominates his wife. His thuggish personality and negative aura elevate the script.

6. Commando

Jaideep Ahlawat’s charisma is hard to miss yet underrated as Bollywood’s renowned personalities overpower lesser-known names. That was the case with him before he took to OTT. Vidyut Jammwal’s Commando features Ahlawat as Amrit Kanwal aka AK 74 in a leading negative role. His character in the film reflects his craft as he brilliantly plays a deadly, fanatic criminal.

7. Gangs Of Wasseypur

One of his least talked-about roles is of Shahid Khan in the crime thriller Gangs Of Wasseypur. The films showed his superstar aura before he became the star he is today. His ruthless, cunning figure adds a layer to the character. If you didn’t pay much attention to his acting earlier, it’s time you watch Gangs Of Wasseypur again.

8. Gabbar Is Back

This film proves how Jaideep Ahlawat can steal the show even as a supporting character. Gabbar Is Back stars Akshay Kumar as a criminal who kills corrupt people. When the police can’t catch him, a special investigation takes place to imprison him. Jaideep Ahlawat plays CBI officer Pahwa, who is keen to investigate this strange case. His solid performance will put you on the edge of your seat.

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