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Jamie Lever: Comedy and Education - An Inspiring Story 

By Geetika Arora 

Explore the remarkable journey of Jamie Lever, a talented comedienne and actress. 

Introduction 

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Born on October 19, 1987, in Mumbai, Jamie Lever grew up in the city with her renowned comedian father, Johnny Lever, and housewife mother, Sujatha Lever. She also has a younger brother, Jesse Lever, who is a Bollywood actor. 

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Early Life 

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She studied at St. Xavier's College and later joined Jai Hind College to specialize in advertising, BMM. Jamie then pursued an MA in Marketing Communications from the University of Westminster in London. 

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Education 

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Jamie Lever's talent for comedy shone early when she and a friend won a stand-up comedy competition at Jai Hind College. Her father, Johnny Lever, was a judge at the show. 

First Stand-up Comedy Show 

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Jamie Lever discovered her talent for mimicry as a child, often imitating her teachers in front of her mother. Little did she know that it would pave the way for her future as an artist. 

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Mimicking at a Young Age 

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While pursuing her studies at the University of Westminster, Jamie Lever attended acting workshops and stand-up comedy shows in London. In 2010, she worked as a digital marketing intern at Fold7 and performed with a European group. 

Starting in London 

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Jamie Lever's exceptional performance during her audition convinced Johnny Lever to allow her to pursue comedy as a profession. Her talent received a well-deserved standing ovation. 

A Standing Ovation 

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Jamie Lever honed her skills in singing, dancing, and comedy through training. She sought guidance from her uncle, Jimmy Moses, and learned comedy from Aditi Mittal during Open Mic sessions. 

Receiving Training 

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In 2012, Jamie Lever joined The Comedy Store in Mumbai as a stand-up comedienne. She faced a valuable lesson about the importance of preparation after a challenging performance. 

Joining The Comedy Store 

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Jamie Lever auditioned for Comedy Circus and was selected in August 2013. Her mimicry of Asha Bhosle gained her popularity. She subsequently acted in films like "Kis Kisko Pyaar Karu" and "Housefull 4." 

Joining Comedy Circus and Acting in Films 

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Jamie Lever's journey from a reluctant student to a successful comedienne and actress showcases the power of perseverance and following one's passion. Her talent, hard work, and determination continue to inspire others. 

Recap

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