With his raw intensity and remarkable versatility, Jaideep Ahlawat continues to rule the Indian OTT market. He gives each character depth and authenticity that few actors can match, seamlessly slipping into each one. From gritty police officers to deeply unsettling antagonists, his screen presence elevates every project. To celebrate his birthday, here are some of his most impactful digital performances that have helped to reshape contemporary storytelling. 'Paatal Lok'
"Paataal Lok" In this hard-hitting series directed by Avinash Arun and Prosit Roy, Jaideep Ahlawat plays Hathi Ram Chaudhary, a cynical but vulnerable police officer looking for redemption. He joins Abhishek Banerjee and Ishwak Singh in looking into a high-profile assassination attempt. This is still his most iconic and career-defining performance, which is grounded, emotional, and deeply moving. He brings an indelible sense of exhaustion, grit, and moral conflict to the role. Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
"The Family Man: Part 3" 3
"The Family Man: Part 3" Jaideep Ahlawat will join Manoj Bajpayee and Nimrat Kaur as formidable mercenaries in the upcoming season of Raj & DK. His character emerges as Srikant Tiwari's deadly foe in the setting of Northeast India. He adds layers of rustic menace and personal vengeance, matching the lead’s energy with chilling calm and calculated intensity.
You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video. "The Jewel Thief" 4
'Jewel Thief'
In this slick thriller directed by Robbie Grewal, Jaideep Ahlawat plays a suave yet dangerous criminal planning a massive diamond heist. Starring alongside Saif Ali Khan and Nikita Dutta, he sports a sharp look and delivers dialogue with cold precision. His performance in the role demonstrates that he can effortlessly command high-budget, stylish action as well as gritty, realistic drama. Netflix is where to watch. 'Maharaj'
'Maharaj'
Jaideep Ahlawat delivers a chilling performance as a powerful and manipulative religious leader in Siddharth P. Malhotra’s Maharaj. Co-starring Junaid Khan and Shalini Pandey, he portrays arrogance, delusion and authority with terrifying conviction. His physical transformation is striking, and he received widespread critical acclaim for his role as the antagonist against a determined journalist. Netflix is where to watch. 'Jaane Jaan'
"Jeane Jaan" Jaideep Ahlawat plays a brilliant but lonely mathematics teacher in Sujoy Ghosh's Jaane Jaan. Sharing the screen with Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vijay Varma, he plays a socially awkward man who uses his genius-level intellect to protect his neighbour from a crime. Subtle, restrained and deeply internalised, his performance carries the film’s tension with quiet intensity.
