“As an actor, it filled me with joy that 'Raazi' was well-received and it gave me an identity and improved me as an actor. It was Meghna Gulzar's guidance that brought out the best in me. She is a receptive filmmaker who knows the art of extracting a performance.”

Indian actor, Hindi films and web series

Jaideep Ahlawat is an Indian actor in Hindi films and web series. A graduate of the Film and Television Institute of India, he was born into the screen world through smaller film parts before his career shifted with Gangs of Wasseypur in 2012. He later appeared in supporting roles in films such as Commando: A One Man Army, Gabbar Is Back, Raees, Raazi and Vishwaroopam II. In 2020, he drew wide notice for playing a police officer in Paatal Lok, a role that brought him the Filmfare OTT Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series.