In a previous interview with the media at a function, Shah Rukh Khan was asked which of Johny Lever's jokes was his favorite. SRK told the latter that he enjoyed everything that Johny Lever had told him.

His jokes can crack up people of all ages, races and strata of society. His 4 decade plus long career and rags to riches story is truly an inspiration to many.

As Johnny Lever celebrates his 66th birthday today, let us take a look at some of his finest performances