The Bombay Journey ft. Jaaved Jaaferi with Siddharth Aalambayan - EP69

Today on #thebombayjourney we have Syed Jaaved Ahmed Jaaferi who is a famous Indian actor, dancer, and comedian. Today we'll talk about his experience in the Bollywood Industry, his famous show Takeshi's Castle where we all enjoyed his dubbing, and more! Watch the full video now!
00:00 - Intro
02:12 - Contributing to Hinglish
06:43 - Stories from Bandra
07:51 - Jaaved on Jagdeep
10:41 - Contributions to break dancing in India
14:11 - Boogie Woogie
19:39 - Stopping at Candies
22:15 - Romance in his youth
22:56 - Talking about the area and childhood
24:52 - Voice acting
26:20 - Local train stories
27:45 - Talking about languages
31:47 - Gen-z slang
35:00 - Bombay rains
37:38 - People of Bombay
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[@rahulramrakhiani7969]

I could hear this man on and on speaking in takeshis Castle and 20 years later nothing has changed.Absolute Legend .

[@Mashable_India]

Jaaved Jaaferi never ages!

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽🤗

[@MegaLolototo]

Bhai 20 saal to nhi hue hain takishi castle ko

[@lakshaypathania5775]

💯

[@TheProblemSolver]

@@MUMBHAAI big fan sir

[@rgvm111]

Javed Jeffrey's voice is according to me as recognisable a voice as Amitabh Bachchan's. That's a rare divine gift

[@teanhealth...7860]

Yes...u r ryt...he is "MUV"...multy utility vehicle

[@Gamer-lv2kf]

90's people can't forget this guy, part of our childhood

[@BurhanGabaji]

Bro your comment is bullseye... as even 90s was my childhood decade

[@BindasBadshah]

Absolutely- his MTV antics was the best

[@himanshupathak1310]

Even in 80s, remember the song 'Bol baby bol rock n roll'.

[@Ichigoo-kurosaki]

Even early 20's kids like us also can't forget him, Takeshi s Castle was a lengendary show and commentary was done by our this legend🗿

[@LenaBegemot]

90's people can't forget this guy, part of our childhood

[@MyCarDriving]

Jaaved Jaafri is a big missed opportunity for Bollywood. Talent in so many dimensions, good to see him

[@Mashable_India]

He is really talented!

[@gp9782]

Jaaved bhai is my senior from school, St theresa's. Have met him couple of times in school. Gem of a person, very humble, down to earth. Lots of love & luck to Jaaved bhai.

[@RajDeepLive]

its very nostalgic to see someone you grew up watching talk about his life. amazing!

[@thehungryindiansoul]

meet

[@devarora3833]

Many may not know- This guy being a great actor, comedian, mimicry artist is also a very great Dancer!! Also thank you JJ for making our childhood special with Takeshi's Castle....

[@cgdakshata]

Who would not know that he is a great dancer? He is the founder of dance reality shows in India !

[@devarora3833]

@@cgdakshata true mate...such a talented guy!!!

[@virajgupte3357]

He was the partner in crime with Prahlad Kakkar for all the Maggi sauce ads that released in the mid eighties.

[@devarora3833]

@@virajgupte3357 oh yes his maggi ads too

[@shalinir8469]

I have known Javed first as a dancer

[@Richa.Shetty]

Jaaferi sahab is a legend! And it doesn’t hurt that he looks so damn good ❤

[@Mashable_India]

Absolutely!

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽🤗

[@Richa.Shetty]

@@MUMBHAAI Omggg! Surrealll 🥰🤗

[@nisithsaha8291]

@@MUMBHAAI Sirji Don Karnaj was my favourite character from Tales spin, I still try to mimic it, Your Sher Khan voice was so intimidating ❤️

[@Ar-ok1rg]

@@Richa.Shetty fake account hai mamu

[@Rohan-ot5ji]

Jaaved Jaaferi is like the Jeff Goldblum of India! Quirky but humble dudes, the both of them...

[@Mashable_India]

He is truly one of the best!

[@rajanthind9727]

Jaaved Jaafferi, an underrated brilliant dancer. Really miss him in the show Boogie Woogie.

[@Mashable_India]

We want Boogie Woogie back!

[@beinglawyer9969]

@@Mashable_India yes ❤

[@msdadsfsx]

@SoulMusic22 dance india dance much better

[@action8602]

​@@msdadsfsxnot even closer to BW

[@advaitmore7059]

This was the person you should have started this journey with (MUMBHAI)...just saying...i understand the business POV and really appreciate that you have got him on the show.. 👍

[@sohanmishra9155]

Who wud say javed jafery is 60. just look at his promptness, enthusiasm and personality. 👍 Glad to know Boggie woogie was worlds first dance show. the same show shud cum back again with same originality.

[@kaushalrajput5444]

This was the best interview on this show,no fake accent, no celebrity attitude just nostalgia.

[@harsharora4463]

This guy is the most underrated legend. Created some great content in times where entertainment was hard to come by..

[@someshsalunke2731]

He literally describes his autobiography in this interview. It just feels so endearing to hear his experiences and how he helped to revolutionize reality TV through dance shows and MTV. True jem of a person as well. Cant even believe that he is 60 this year!

[@ala7515]

He is a feel-good person, and a huge part of all the 90s kids in India. Thanks for good memories Jaaved! Thanks Siddharth for bringing him on your show.

[@Mashable_India]

We are glad that this episode brought you such joy! Do check out our other episodes here! - bit.ly/TBJOnRoad

[@kuldeepgadhvi1788]

I don't think JJ was ever underrated. People know him, love him and like him out and out. In this video i find that JJ is absolutely grounded and as simple a guy as any of us. When he talks about rains and raincoats and gum boots it reminded me of my childhood. Next time in Mumbai and i am gonna try Candies in Bandra. Love you JJ. 😍

[@kdramafanpageofficial]

srry no offend he is super underrated..He doesn't get a main role except in dhamaal series..He is my childhood fav so sad to see him not getting fame he deserves

[@asifpadwekar4844]

I love Jaaved Jaaferi, under utilised talent of Indian Cinema.. his Dance, acting, Comic Timing is spot on... and his takeshis Castle Commentary is EPIC level.. Thank you for Interviewing him.

[@ajaymathur9406]

This man’s energy is infectious.. Javed Jaffrey is superb and his knowledge of various topics is amazing. 👍

[@anilachar323]

To have had a father (Jagdeep Sahab) who kept his children grounded in life, when having faced both success and failure, is what you get as Jaaved Jaaferi!

[@sargammehra1941]

His insights about Bombay were so simple yet so deep! What a phenomenal artiste. Mashable India, pat on your back for having JJ. Such a rockstar he is!

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@aliumarsworld651]

Dear Siddharth plz invite jaggu dada for your ride I bet no one can match his energy And he can tell and take you to the real old mumbai Love you jaggu dada

[@1986vishalsah]

If underrated had a definition - it has to be this gem of an artist. Khatam, tata , bye bye 😊

[@amanmahapure276]

He made takeshi's castle 10x more fun 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@aliasgarkathawala4653]

Legend Father. Legend Son. Honestly, this has become my next favorite interview alongside Arshad, Sharib & Rohit Shetty, and Kunal. Loved it 💞

[@GrumpusMaximus83]

What a great interview. This man is an absolute legend. This ought to have been three episodes long, can keep listening to this gentleman. @siddharth, mate you and your team have put a smashing show together!

[@danceforever5940]

Had a Great Opportunity of Meeting him & getting hand shake of appreciation for my choreography and my daughter getting appreciated for her performance.Most Talented & Down to Earth Personality

[@Hetal28]

Woaaah ! Thank you for bringing him. Absolute talent and legend. We have such amazing childhood memories of his shows 🙌🏻

[@TeamHrithikRoshan]

I can hear "Arre Waah " after every 10 seconds .

[@SarangdevGauswami]

I’ve met Javed sir during a dance competition. He is such a humble person!

[@tanushreechowdhury3065]

U r so lucky

[@SarangdevGauswami]

@@tanushreechowdhury3065 I guess yes! It was in 2017 and even after 5 years he has the same energy!

[@suryapanicker2692]

this was by far the bestestest EVER episode of your show!! also one of the many episodes where you spoke less and the guest couldn't stop talking.. what a fun riot! good job ❤️

[@swapnilkedar3442]

After hearing his voice after so long time brought back my memories of cartoons n boogie woogie which I avidly used to watch in childhood. Thank Javed sir fir giving so wonderful childhood memories. Thnks Mashable for this interview. Keep going team Mashable. 👌👌

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@megh8238]

I am so happy that being a 90s kid.... And at that time me being in school I heard that Boogie Woogie came to my hometown in Dibrugarh, Assam and did the best show and selected kids. The best thing is he still remembers it and also has mentioned that here in a such beautiful show.... Thanks Javed sir... I have always been your die hard fan from your first film itself. Your dance style broke all the stereotypes and brought the wave that anyone can dance if you love it. My childhood was Boogie Woogie and still were my best days.

[@shivi_sings536]

This was the best one till date ❤️🔥 We want more iconic personalities from late 90's 2000's eraa ❤️😍 including singers, bands, actors and directors 🙏🙏

[@RoNसिंह]

Sach kaha 90s and early 2000 ka time sbse shandaar tha... Bht lucky he hum log jo us time me jee chuke hai

[@ravinderyadav9883]

Great human being. Always a fan

[@qaiserbaig1605]

This is by far one the best episode, arshad warsi and this one is pure gold.

[@draftfolder1551]

I can never forget his role in Salam namaste:) loved watching boogie woogie., thanks Javed saab

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@shoebmohammad2655]

Seeing Javed Jafri is pure nostalgia..considering his talent Bollywood didn’t do justice to him By the way thanks @mashable india for the lovely interactions

[@MaanviKumar]

Kitni kam conversations hoti hain yaar jo sunne mei bahot mazza aata hai!! This one tops the charts in that category!👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼 ekdum mazedaar!

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏾

[@yashtiwari117]

Grew up enjoying Takeshi's Castle and this man was a big part of my evening TV hours.

[@nahidshaikh1921]

Amazing just amazing. I too am from Bandra n lived close to Javeds house .felt nostalgic all thru .yeah he is from my college too .

[@vikramsharma9726]

First time i can see Javed very excited to share his thoughts n experience.

[@jaynation_0077]

Jaaved jaaferi is a gem of bandra and a true bandra boi ❤️❤️❤️ thanks for this episode 👍🏼

[@ssiddarth]

This was an absolute joy to watch, have been a fan of Javed sir since the very early days of childhood especially because of Takeshi's Castle. Thanks for this great interview ❤️

[@sidnair69]

Remembering one of most under appreciated movie Jajantaram Mamantaram It was way ahead of its time and Javed did amazing job in it.

[@garypereira9753]

The humility in this man's voice for his father is so true

[@singeradityasingh2392]

One of the best episodes on bombay journey... Jaaved jaafri is a legend.. already....:))for sure underrated because he has been for too long to be loved by a generation...

[@mirage15jan]

Absolutely loved this interview … Mr Jaffery is an amazing story teller…. keep rocking guys love from jaipur .

[@salimsyed4670]

One of the best episode of Mashable India!

[@shashankktiwari1010]

The most chilled out interview... Khaate khaate conversation till the end... beech main paad... paani main sandaas bahar aana... everything.. the whole conversation with a smooth flow.. can be only done by him..

[@MUMBHAAI]

🤗

[@ranga386fe]

his dads comedic timing and the gift of language / his own awareness and exquisite control of his body movements / and of course his ability to learn from and amplify the peoples sentiment / and finally his participation in cinematic and tv history makes for a unique perspective. a true talent. a true icon

[@rhydhimaraj9866]

Watched this thoroughly and I must say he is the best comedian we have had so far Brought back so many memories Boogie Woogie - Booo 👊🏼

[@RitwickChatterjee14]

90's kids' childhood - iconic voice. Boogie Woogie His voiceover on all the hindi dubbed cartoons, takeshi castle... and so much more And his comedy Maggie tomato ketchup ads.... #memorable

[@alokteli3580]

One of the best, honest and engaging episode.... Good to see an actor expaining the importance of urdu and not engaging it with muslim....

[@M.Born007]

Sid , so Thankful to you for this great awesome Interview--Javed Jeffery is a very Versatile Actor,-Full of Energy-I am so happy

[@sankalptiwari7000]

There should be a second part to this episode.. Jaaved Sir is pure bliss. The quirky lines by Jaaved sir make the entire episode more fun. Great pick by Team Bombay Journey ❤️

[@sweet2008s]

Omg so happy that you guys interviewed this unbelievably amazing man!

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@anjithaacharya6668]

Javed is an OG ya.. hearing his voice and seeing him itself is a Nostalgia to evry 90s kids.... huge respect to this man 💖❤💖

[@Abhishek.j.p]

OG?

[@vaibhavphadke644]

Thanks bhai to bring Javed bhai. He just amazing human being. Great dancer, actor, comedian sound artist.... list goes on. Above all a humble human being. Always like him to listen.

[@nishikantasahoo3206]

Best Episode till date javed jafrii lit it love from odisha. 🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕

[@Mashable_India]

Thank you!

[@nishikantasahoo3206]

@@Mashable_India ❤️

[@kris_n17]

He is still so young and energetic. Can give any of the new guys a run for their money, not to mention his amazing voice. Wish to see him more on the screen 🙏

[@dashkanishka]

This one's a masterclass in creative writing and caricatures. Of course, in a very positive way. Thanks Sid.

[@sun286]

What a delight this man. Genuine and humble. I can watch anything he puts his voice and mind to! What a gifted man.

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@ankanshrivastava5537]

One of the most under utilised talents of India. I was fortunate enough to watch him in Videocon flashback and Timex time pass. Abdul cutpiece was one of my favorite. To be honest never can get enough of javed sir, wish to see more and more of him. 🙏

[@Mashable_India]

He truly is one of the best in the industry! Btw have you check our latest episodes? Do check it out here! bit.ly/TBJOnRoad

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽🤗

[@parminderkaur12345]

@@Mashable_Indiai just started watching your all episodes it’s super fun loving the real side of Artist 👌👌

[@musharrafali7328]

Can't believe this man is almost 60🙌 his voice is so heavy 🔥🔥🔥

[@aartipandey579]

Thanks so so much mashable for this interview. Javed Jaffari sir is the best. Javed Jaffari sir thanks ton for making our childhood so so amazing by shows like boogie woogie etc etc. You are best and always been best... Please come back with boogie woogie show where judging is based on pure technical dance grounds which is rare to find in today's reality shows minus .Javed sir we all love you as Maanav in Dhammal franchise movie.. Your energy level immcapable and immortal 👍

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@maitreychauhan2972]

Its amazing and inspiring to see Jaaved so fit at this age and day..still is the same person with great sense of humour and unmatchable talent.Made my day totally.

[@lionelrebello5212]

So much talent in JJ , still in awe of his dance , voice overs , acting ,singing , comedy . Such a gifted man 👨👏

[@Mashable_India]

Jaaved supremacy!

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@zohebarshaikh9209]

Javed Jaffery single handedly carried the whole episode 👍🏻

[@Gannu_Maharaj]

Jaaved Jaafri is ❤ 90's kids emotion 🙏 Boogie Woogie in late 90's & early 2000 & all those 90's films on vcr 📼🎬 Bachpan 😭😭😭❤❤❤🍫🍫🍫💜🖤🧡🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@abhijeethotkar6171]

Javed Sir, Nostalgic Actor, Maggie Tomato Sauce, It's Different!! Boogie Woogie!! N his Role From 100 Day's Role To Dhamal movie Role 👌👌👌

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@abhijeethotkar6171]

Love You Sir !! Waiting For More Entertainment From Your Side Again !!

[@devd6800]

I really love Javed Jaffrey. He is the most down to earth and talented guy

[@sukruthisreekaram4415]

My Most Fond Childhood Memories Of Him: - Boogie Woogie - Takeshi’s Castle - Jajantaram Mamantaram - Dhamaal Love You Sir For Being An Integral Part Of My Childhood!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@pritishpadhy2603]

Jaaved Jaaferi is a legend, so good to see him on this show👌👌

[@madhavikamble5838]

Very nice episode and journey of Javed Jaffary Sir was awesome and he came from lots of struggle very touchy

[@nehamalkhare9213]

Love his take on Urdu ❤️ Such a versatile personality!!

[@afzal4545]

I was wishing that plz this conversation don't get over.. JAVED IS A GEM OF A PERSON!!! bt unfortunately barely very few people touchs him and try to find something within him, He is a Infomatry treat box with amazing talent, love him and love you for doing this man!!

[@aghunt3719]

This would be interesting! Also, just a suggestion, we’ll love to see some guests from music or sports background (Sunil Chhetri 🙌🏽) too in the future videos!

[@Raj-ts8lw]

Bhai mumbai se related hai sirf

[@saurabhgatti6718]

Rohit Sharma

[@Mashable_India]

Suggestion noted!

[@uraval8118]

Johnny Lever.

[@kunal8050]

Insta celebrity gossip subreddit se ho kya

[@rishabhsutaone5442]

the best one yet. thank you for all the amazing memories Sir Jaaved Jaaferi

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@me.arbaazkhatib]

Javed sir's authentic and joyful personality made me adore him while I was growing up and even now I respect him more.

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@Shar-m3p]

Always great to hear Jaaved Sir . So much experience he has and shares so openly

[@JoeyLovesUPhoebe]

Don karnash: "Kya matlab ki hum full speed pr hai?!!" You made our childhood special with your voice, Javed sir 💐

[@akzzz3492]

🤣👌👌👌😁😁😁👍👍👍🍻

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏼

[@IndoPakCanvas]

Wah gee wah....Javed Jafri is a gift to entertainment and society as a whole. His wit and hazar jawab are practically an institution in it of itself. Hahaha. Wish him all the best for the future.

[@romakeny1335]

He is Really such a Telanted Artist... So creative person... But under Rated. I like him since Rock n Roll. Nice Show.

[@mrsaprem]

So Entertaining!!! kudos to Mashable India Team... for inviting The Legend Jaaved Jaaferi!!!

[@amirbaboo]

Did anyone notice the move JJ showed at 11:19 , the move can only be described with action.. no words... A true genius and a legend.

[@MUMBHAAI]

Sahi pakde 👍🏽

[@paridhisharma3171]

What a pleasure to hear him. Thanks for bring him on the show!

[@good6043]

Best episode man. Respect for Javed Sir. True Legend. And he looked so damnnn fine, what personality, intelligence, diction! Alfaaz kam pad rahein hain yaar🔥🔥🔥🔥 Wished the drive didn't end.

[@Mashable_India]

Thank you so much! Do check out our latest episodes here! - bit.ly/TBJOnRoad

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@parminderkaur12345]

@@Mashable_Indiacan you bring # Shehnaazgill please

[@vinaykumargupta9181]

Every word Javed said about Boogie woogie is true. Just an entertaining and endearing show. This is when we had shows like Humpanch, boogie woogue and DD metro pe Disney shows

[@adityanayak8102]

Maserati exhaust sound distracted me the whole time! 🤤🫂

[@invindia]

Once saw him at the Airport, he walked around like a regular person, very patient with his fans. Liked his father's acting as well

[@raunaqjuneja3533]

His understanding of comedy is so spot on …. A very important aspect of comedy is observation and it will only come to a person who has had cheap travel experiences …. Well done Please bring Pawan Malhotra

[@shivani231992]

This is what we call a living legend in true sense... He seems soooo down to earth and humble even after achieving soo much in life..... I remember watching boogie woogie and learning about the techniques from this man and then practicing them...what an amazing artist he is

[@dineshjaiswal8965]

I owe a salute to One of the greatest dancer, actor, comedian & Mimicry artist. 🙋

[@Swapnil5404]

Born in 1962 age 60 and the personality and the way he talk never seems to be matching ❤️

[@subirbarnie9775]

Boogie Voogie is still the best show even today. No show on tv today is even close to it.

[@AngeloDestin_Official]

Artist in the purest sense !!!! Proud to be a fan of Javed Sir, Naved Sir , Ravi Sir and also an honest viewer of Boogie Woogie👊👊 !!!! Thanks Bombay Journey for this conversation !!!!

[@coachedbysg]

Simply adore this man. Just love his vibe, his persona, he is so genuine and has always been! We love you Javed sir

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏽

[@MUMBHAAI]

🙏🏾

[@sauravdagaSDaga1984]

Javed Jaffrey had become so synonymous with the break dancing in India, that in early 90s if any movie had him, there would definitely by a song featuring him dancing even whether it was required in the movie or not. In fact, I really loved his acting in a TV movie (forgot the name) where he sort of acted as a man who is pretending to be a woman, it was simply hilarious. I was really surprised when I knew that he did voiceovers also for Tailspin, and other Disney shows.

[@buntysonawane5750]

An absolute entertainer. Always a pleasure hearing from JJ. Loved it.

[@gauravghai79]

Fabulous episode , Javed rocked the show 👏 👌 🙌 👍 Full entertainment ! Good Job Team Mashable India 🇮🇳