Who is Gilli Natta?
Gilli Natta is a renowned Actor and Comedian who works in the Kannada Entertainment Industry. He 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. Gilli Natta recently won the Bigg Boss Kannada 12.
Winning Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 not only brought him the prestigious trophy, ₹50 lakh prize money, Kiccha Sudeep gave him personally 10 Lakh rupees, and a brand-new car, but also elevated his popularity to new heights, firmly establishing him as one of the most memorable winners in the show’s history.
Wiki/Overview
| Full Name | Malavalli Nataraj |
| Nickname | Gilli Natta |
| Profession | Actor and Comedian |
| Date of Birth | 5 April 1996 |
| Place of Birth | Matadapura, Malavalli, Mandya, Karnataka |
| Age (as of 2026) | 29 years old |
| Father | N/A |
| Mother | N/A |
| Spouse | Unmarried |
| Education | Diploma |
| Known for | Gilli Natta is a renowned actor and comedian; he is best known as the Winner of Bigg Boss Kannada 12. |
| Residence | Karnataka |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Height | 5’9 |
| Weight | 72kgs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Zodiac Sign | N/A |
| Numerology | N/A |
Early life
Gilli Natta was born on 05 April 1996 in a Matadapura in Malavalli, Mandya district, Karnataka. He comes from a simple farmer’s family in Dhadapura. His parents belong to the Hindu religion and come from a farming background.
Career
Gilli Nata is a renowned Actor and Comedian who works in Kannada movies. He 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.”
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.” 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.
Gilli Nata’s journey reached a defining milestone with his triumphant win in Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12, marking the peak of his rise in the entertainment space. Winning Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 not only brought him the prestigious trophy, ₹50 lakh prize money, Kiccha Sudeep gave him personally 10 Lakh rupees, and a brand-new car, but also elevated his popularity to new heights, firmly establishing him as one of the most memorable winners in the show’s history.
Education
Gilli Natta completed his SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) and then studied for two years at an Industrial Training Institute (ITI).
Family and Affairs
Gilli Natta is currently single and unmarried.
Appearance
Gilli Natta has a height of 5’9 inches and he weighs 72 kilograms.
Achievements
Gilli Natta was crowned as the winner of Bigg Boss Kannada 12.
Money Factor
| Net Worth | N/A |
| Salary / Income | N/A |
Trivia and Facts
- Gilli 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.
