Gilli Nata, whose real name is Malavalli Nataraj, is a popular Kannada comedian and actor known for his viral comedy videos and rural style humor.
He became famous through his web series “Nalli Mule” and unique rhyming comedy skits. He is also a writer and assistant director who has appeared on television shows and reality programs, including Bigg Boss Kannada.
Gilli Nata Age, Biography, Bigg Boss, Family, Caste
Name
Nataraj (Gilli Nata)
Profession
Actor
Age
29 years
Birthday
1996
Hometown
Mandya
Nationality
Indian
Religion
Hinduism
Height
175 cm
Weight
80 kg
Age & Earlier Life
Gilli Nata was born in 1996 and is currently 29 years old as of 2025. He comes from a simple farmer’s family in Dhadapura, Malavalli Taluk, Mandya district in Karnataka.
His parents belong to the Hindu religion and come from a farming background.
He completed his SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) and then studied for two years at an Industrial Training Institute (ITI).
Despite his father’s wish for him to get a regular job, Gilli Nata decided to pursue his dream of entering the film industry. He moved to Bangalore with determination and empty hands to fulfill his goal of becoming a director and filmmaker.
Career
Gilli Nata started his career as a set worker in Bangalore for movies, serials, and reality shows. He earned around ₹650 per day during this time.
He worked on the popular comedy show “Comedy Kiladigalu” as a set worker, which helped him understand the entertainment industry better.
Later, he started making comedy videos on Facebook and YouTube after his plan to make a short film failed due to lack of funds.
His first comedy video received millions of views and made him popular online. His unique style of rhyming comedy mixed with Mandya district dialect became his signature style.
He evolved from being a set worker to becoming a featured actor and comedian on television. He has also worked as an assistant director and dialogue writer for films like “Dhamaka.”
Television Appearance
Gilli Nata has appeared on several popular television shows and reality programs. He participated in “Comedy Kiladigalu” Season 4 and became the first runner-up in the show, which helped increase his fame.
He also danced on the reality show “Dance Karnataka Dance” and appeared on “Bharjari Bachelors.” [ref]
He also appeared as a guest on the popular Kannada comedy show “Kwatle Kitchen,” where he entertained audiences with his unique humor and funny skits.
Most notably, he was a contestant on “Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12,” where he gained national recognition. His funny and entertaining personality made him popular among audiences.
His property comedy skits on television became very popular and earned him a loyal fan following. You can follow him on Instagram at @official_gilli_nata for more updates.
Unknown Facts about Gilli Nata
- He sometimes gets compared to comedian Chikkanna and is called “Junior Chikkanna” by his fans due to his funny style and comic timing.
- He writes all his comedy scripts based on real-life characters and incidents that he observes around him, making his content relatable and funny.
- His viral web-series “Nalli Mule” along with other web projects like “TikTok Online Live” and “Rolex Rajanna” made him a household name in Karnataka.
- He had to work as a set worker, earning very little money, before his comedy videos became successful and changed his life completely.
- He is known for his “Property Comedy” skits where he makes funny jokes about property deals and real estate, which became his most popular content on social media.
