About The Great Khali
The Great Khali, born Dalip Singh Rana, is India’s most famous professional wrestler. At over seven feet tall, he became WWE World Heavyweight Champion in 2007 and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2021. He now runs his own wrestling academy in Punjab and is a huge draw at events.
The Great Khali quick facts
- Real name: Dalip Singh Rana
- Born: 27 August 1972, Dhiraina, Himachal Pradesh
- Sport: Professional wrestling
- Titles: WWE World Heavyweight Champion (2007)
- Honours: WWE Hall of Fame (2021)
Early life and background
Dalip grew up in a poor family in Himachal Pradesh and worked as a labourer before joining the Punjab Police, where his size and strength led him into wrestling.
Career highlights
He trained in the US, debuted in WWE in 2006 and became world heavyweight champion in 2007. He appeared in Hollywood films such as The Longest Yard and Get Smart, Bigg Boss, and founded Continental Wrestling Entertainment in Jalandhar.
Major achievements
- WWE World Heavyweight Champion – 2007
- WWE Hall of Fame – 2021
- Founder, CWE wrestling academy
Audience and brand fit
Khali suits fun, larger-than-life ad campaigns, FMCG, cement, paints, nutrition and Punjab or Himachal brands, and draws huge crowds at launches and melas.
Book The Great Khali through CelebrityHai
Looking to work with The Great Khali? CelebrityHai can approach Khali’s team for brand endorsements, appearances, store launches, wrestling events, ad films and social media campaigns. Tell us about the campaign or event, the timeline and the budget range, and we will confirm availability, negotiate terms and manage the paperwork and the day itself.
Frequently asked questions
How can I book The Great Khali for an event or campaign?
Send an enquiry through CelebrityHai with the event or campaign type, city, date and budget range. We check Khali’s availability with their team and share a written quote with terms.
Is The Great Khali available for brand endorsements?
Khali considers brand partnerships that suit their image and schedule. Availability depends on existing category exclusivities and calendar, which we confirm case by case.
Which languages does The Great Khali work in?
Hindi, Punjabi, English.
Can The Great Khali speak at a corporate or school event?
Khali can be approached for motivational talks, award ceremonies, fireside chats and sports events, subject to training and competition schedules. Share your format and audience and we will check feasibility with their team.
Available for
- Brand Endorsement
- Event Appearance
- Motivational Talk
- Corporate Event
- Digital Campaign
- Social Media Campaign
Enquire for a campaign or event
Choose the format you are planning. These are enquiry options, not confirmed services; The Great Khali’s team decides which briefs they accept.
- Brand endorsement
- Brand ambassador
- TV commercial
- Digital or social campaign
- Product launch
- Corporate event
- Public event or performance
- Commercial shoot or other
Fees are not published. They depend on deliverables, usage rights, duration and dates, and are confirmed with the talent’s team for your brief.
