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Sunil Grover is also popular for his comical character Gutthi and Dr Mashoor Gulati. (Images: whosunilgrover/Instagram)
Sunil Grover’s brush with fame came after he appeared in Comedy Nights With Kapil. His quirks, facile expressions, and excellent comical timing remain unparalleled forcing viewers to cry their hearts out while laughing.
Sunil Grover enjoys a massive fanbase. The credit goes to his comical character Gutthi and Dr Mashoor Gulati. He started his career as a radio jockey in Radio Mirchi’s Hansi Ke Phuware With Sud. However, Sunil Grover’s brush with fame came after he appeared in Comedy Nights With Kapil. His quirks, facile expressions, and excellent comical timing remain unparalleled forcing viewers to cry their hearts out while laughing. Over the years, he has starred in several Bollywood movies and showcased his prowess in web shows. On the occasion of Sunil Grover’s 47th birthday, let’s take a look at his top movies, shows and upcoming projects.
Sunil Grover’s Top Movies
- JawanSunil Grover played the role of an antagonist, Irani, in this Shah Rukh Khan-starrer. His character although initially portrayed to be a good-hearted person, turned out to be the villain. He received several compliments from fans and critics alike for his performance in this action-drama. Nayanthara was roped in as the lead actress.
- BlackoutBesides Sunil Grover, the film also features a cast ensemble of Vikrant Massey, Mouni Roy, and Jisshu Sengupta. It revolves around a crime reporter Lenny (Vikrant) who gets entangled in a web of misfortune and greed. Sunil essays the role of Don Asgar.
- GhajiniDirected by AR Murugadoss, Ghajini revolves around a man (Aamir Khan) suffering from short-term memory loss. He embarks on a killing spree to avenge the death of his partner Kalpana (Asin). Sunil Grover portrayed the role of Kalpana’s funny friend Sampat. He was well-appreciated for his comic timing.
- BaaghiIn this Tiger Shroff-Shraddha Kapoor-starrer, Sunil Grover slipped into the shoes of PP Khurrana, a die-hard Shah Rukh Khan fan. His character was also an aspiring actor from Ludhiana. Despite his small role, Sunil stole the show with his hilarious scenes.
- Gabbar Is BackIn the 2015 film Gabbar Is Back, starring Akshay Kumar, Sunil Grover portrayed the role of constable Sadhuram. A competent police officer, Sunil’s character assists his senior in gathering information to spearhead the hunt for Gabbar. Fans showered him with positive feedback for his character.
- Coffee With DAlthough the film failed to leave a mark at the box office, Sunil Grover’s performance grabbed the limelight. In this satirical drama, released in 2017, he portrayed a journalist who arranges an interview with a mysterious underground figure D.
- BharatSunil Grover played the role of Vilayati Khan in Salman Khan’s Bharat. Bharat (Salman Khan) had a childhood friend Vilayati, who supported him through all stages of life. Sunil impressed the audience with his on-screen persona and left a mark in the hearts of viewers.
- Pyaar To Hona Hi ThaSunil Grover essayed the character of a Barber Totaram in this romance drama, featuring real-life couple Ajay Devgn and Kajol. In one scene he accidentally shaved off Ajay Devgn’s moustache. The scene left viewers in splits. In an interview with Mashable India, Sunil revealed that he was in his first year of college during that time.
Sunil Grover’s Web Series
- TandavIn this Prime Video political drama web series web series, Sunil Grover played the role of Samar Pratap’s (Saif Ali Khan) close friend, Gurpal. Under Samar’s evil schemes to become prime minister following the death of his father, Gurpal carries out malicious plans. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the show received mixed reviews.
- SunflowerHelmed by Vikas Bahl, Sunflower revolves around a murder that occurs in a Mumbai housing society. Sunil Grover is seen as a simpleton Sonu Singh in this comedy-crime who also becomes a suspect in the murder.
Sunil Grover’s Television/Reality Shows
Comedy Nights with Kapil
Sunil Grover rose to fame for his portrayal of two characters in this comedy show, hosted by comedian-actor Kapil Sharma. People loved watching him as the Guthhi and Dr Mashoor Gulati. Comedy Nights with Kapil aired on Colors TV in 2013 and ended in 2016.
The Kapil Sharma Show
Sunil Grover continued to play the role of Dr Mashoor Gulati in The Kapil Sharma Show. He also essayed the additional character of Rinku Devi. The show commenced in 2016 and wrapped up in 2023.
The Great Indian Kapil Show
Recently, Sunil Grover was seen in Netflix’s The Great Indian Kapil Show. Here he was seen as Dafli, a blunt-mouthed woman cracking hilarious jokes.
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