Gavie Chahal Biography

Gavie Chahal, whose real name is Navdeepak Singh Chahal, is an accomplished actor and model. He made his debut in the Punjabi music video “Jattan De Putt Sadhu Ho Gaye” in the 2000s, and later appeared in the Punjabi film “Yaaran Naal Baharan” (2005) as Deep’s friend.

He gained wider recognition in Bollywood with his role as Captain Abrar in the Hindi film “Ek Tha Tiger” (2012). Born on November 11, 1978 (Saturday), Gavie Chahal has built a notable career in both Punjabi and Hindi entertainment industries.

Early Life

Gavie Chahal was born and raised in the village of Ali Sher Khurd, Tehsil & District Mansa, Punjab, India. He completed his early education in his village until class 7, after which his family moved to Patiala, where he finished his schooling. His formative years were marked by active participation in sports, including kabaddi, basketball, and volleyball, showcasing his athletic prowess early on.

Education

Gavie Chahal attended Government Polytechnic College in Batala, Punjab, where he completed his graduation in Mechanical Engineering from 1994 to 1997. His educational background laid a foundation for his diverse career as an actor and model.

Age

Gavie Chahal was born on November 11, 1978 (Saturday), in the village of Ali Sher Khurd, Tehsil & District Mansa, Punjab, India. As of 2024, he is 46 years old. His zodiac sign is Scorpio, and he holds Indian nationality.

Physical Stats

Gavie Chahal stands tall at 191 cm (1.91 m or 6’3″) and maintains a weight of approximately 70 kg (154 lbs). His physique is highlighted by body measurements of 42 inches for the chest, 32 inches for the waist, and 15 inches for the biceps. He has dark brown eyes and black hair.

Wife and Children

Gavie Chahal is married, having tied the knot on February 2nd. His wife’s name is not publicly known, but they share a son named Fateh Singh, who has worked as a child actor in the Hindi film “Laal Singh Chaddha.”

Family

Gavie Chahal’s father, Gurdev Singh Chahal, was a retired principal who passed away on November 18, 2017. His mother, Daljit Kaur, is a teacher. Gavie has two sisters, one of whom is named Sarabjeet Kaur. Family photos feature Gavie with both his father and mother, reflecting his close family bonds.

Gavie Chahal with his Father Gurdev Singh Chahal

Gavie Chahal with his Mother Daljit Kaur

Gavie Chahal with his Wife

Gavie Chahal Son Fateh Singh

Career

Gavie Chahal’s career spans acting and modeling, beginning with his win of the Mr. Punjab title in 2000. He debuted in the Punjabi music video “Jattan De Putt Sadhu Ho Gaye” and appeared in the film “Yaaran Naal Baharan” (2005). Gaining broader recognition in Bollywood, he played Captain Abrar in “Ek Tha Tiger” (2012). Alongside acting, Gavie has modeled for brands like Volkswagen, Tata Motors, and Gili Diamonds, and appeared in TV commercials for Hyundai Santro, Classic Diamond Jewellers, and Axis Bank.

Filmography

• Yeh Hai India (2019)
• Yaarana (2015)
• Yaaran Naal Baharan (2005)
• Tiger Zinda Hai as Captain Abrar Sheikh (2017)
• Tiger 3 (2023) as Major Abrar Sheikh
• Tere ishq Nachaya (2010)
• Saako 363 (2014)
• Saada Jawai NRI (2013)
• Pinky Moge Wali (2012)
• Pinda Vicho Pinda Sunida (2016)
• Mehndi Wale Hath (2006)
• Majajan (2008)
• iPhone Mann (2014)
• Hum Sab Ullu Hain (2015)
• Haunted Hills (2020)
• Ek Tha Tiger (2012) as Captain Abrar Sheikh
• Chicken Biryani (2017)

Television

Net Worth

Gavie Chahal’s net worth is not publicly known.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Gavie Chahal

• Till class 7, he did his schooling in his village. Later, his family moved to Patiala, and he completed his schooling there.
• In 2013, he judged the reality Punjabi TV show ‘Big Fame Star’ in 2013. The show was aired on Spark TV.
• He participated in various kabaddi, basketball, and volleyball matches in his college. He has even represented kabbadi at the national level and basketball at the state level.
• He has been featured in TV commercials for brands like Hyundai Santro, Classic Diamond Jewellers, and Axis Bank.
• He has appeared as a model in photoshoots and print advertisements for many brands including Volkswagen, Tata Motors, Gili Diamonds, Prestige, Radio Mirchi, and IDBI Bank.
• He has acted in various Punjabi films like ‘Mehndi Wale Hath’ (2006), ‘Majajan’ (2008), ‘Pinky Moge Wali’ (2012), and ‘Saada Jawai NRI’ (2013).
• Gavie has been featured in more than 60 Punjabi music videos. Some of his Punjabi music videos are “Aaja Tujhe Pyar Karu” (2017; by Shakti Rajpoot & Neha Sharma), “Kissani Yodhe” (2021; by Gavie Chahal), and “Escobar” (2022; by Jaggi Amargarh).
• Gavie has acted in a few Hindi films such as ‘Hum Sab Ullu Hain’ (2015), ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ (2017), ‘Yeh Hai India’ (2017), ‘Haunted Hills’ (2020), and ‘Tiger 3’ (2023).
• Gavie Chahal won the Mr Punjab title in 2000.
• Gavie Chahal is an Indian actor and model. In the ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ film series, he played the role of Captain Abrar (an ISI agent).
• During his college days, he was even the captain of the North Zone Cultural Centre bhangra team.
• After graduating, he served in the Punjab Police for a couple of years.

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