Gilli is popularly known as Gilli Nata, a popular comedian cum actor, also contestant in BBK 12 reality show. Gilli became famous for his comedy roles, spontaneious humor and also famous for natural comic timing. Gilli real name is Nataraj. He also acted in the latest sandalwood film The Devil.
Gilli Nata Biography
Gilli Born On April 5, 1996 in dadadapura village, malavalli taluk, Mandya district, karnataka with a traditional farming family background.
- Father: Kullayya (traditional sheep herder (Kuri Kaappu) who still practices his ancestral profession)
- Mother: Savitha (Homemaker)
- Siblings: 3 (Gilli is the youngest)
- Education: Gilli has done 2-year ITI course after completing his 10th Stanadar, Gilli is a true village talent, become popular for using his speaking sytle in his comedy.
Gilli Cinema Background
Gilli was attracted to the world of cinema, wrote the ITI exam, and came to Bangalore directly with the intention of achieving something in cinema industry.
Gilli gained prominence through comedy shows like Comedy Khiladigalu, Dance Karnataka Dance, and Bharjari Bachelors.
He also worked as assistant director for few films and in the art department. His journey from Youtube comedy to reality tv and big-screen roles has made him a rising star.
Family Reaction:
Initially, Gilli's father kullayya was upset when Nataraj alisa gilli left home for Bengaluru. Now, his father kullayya is very proud of gill's achievements in the film industry and reality TV shows.
Gilli in his initial days used to gather all the people of his village and do comedy skits based on his own story and direction. He used to upload these videos on YouTube and Facebook. His 'Nilli Mule' skit also went viral. As the days passed, Ghilli's videos started getting millions of views. From there Gilli gain a fan base, but he also began seeking opportunities for movies and reality shows.
Gilli Nata Reality Shows
- Gilli was also participated in the kannada reality show 'Comedy Khiladigalu Season 4' and won the runner-up title.
- Gilli reached out to more viewers by performing property comedy on Zee Kannada channel's 'Dance Karnataka Dance' show.
- Again Gilli Nata appeared in Bharjari Bacherolrs reality show, also appeared in Kwatle Kitchen cooking show as Kwatle with other comedians.
- At present gilli nata is getting closer to kannadigas through his authentic comedy acting in the current season of Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12.
Is Gilli Nata On Social Media?
Recently Gilli nata's instagram channel (https://www.instagram.com/official_gilli_nata/) reached 600k followers, Continues to be a strong presence in Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12, with fans hoping for his victory.
Gilli Nata Movies List
- Sarkari Shale-H: (2026)
- The Devil (2025)
- Langoti Man: (2024)
