Jaideep Ahlawat is a prominent Indian actor renowned for his captivating performances in films and web series. He was born on February 8, 1980, in Kharkara village, Rohtak, Haryana, attended Jat College, Rohtak, and subsequently obtained a Master's degree in English from Maharshi Dayanand University in 2005. His fervor for acting propelled him to the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune, where he refined his skills with peers such as Rajkummar Rao and Vijay Varma. He is wed to Jyoti Hooda, and they have a son. 

Ahlawat's ability as an actor is shown in his many roles across multiple genres. His depiction of Khalid Mir in the spy thriller Raazi (2018) and his role in Raees (2017) highlighted his capacity to embody intricate personalities. Nonetheless, his portrayal of Hathi Ram Chaudhary in the critically lauded Amazon Prime series Paatal Lok seasons 1 (2020) and 2 (2025) constituted a pivotal juncture in his career. His intricate portrayal of a disenchanted police officer probing a prominent case garnered him extensive recognition and multiple accolades, including the Filmfare OTT Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series.