Bahadur (character)

Bahadur, is a character type of Hindi literature and media. Similar to commedia dell'arte's Zanni, Bahadur is a servant.

Origin of the name

Bahadur is a common middle name in Nepalese communities with historical ties to military service. It was widely used among Magar, Gurung, Chhetri, and Thakuri soldiers who served in the early armies of Prithvi Narayan Shah. Further, "Bahadur" literally means brave, and is possibly a nod to nominative determinism.

Characteristics

Bahadur is a brave, loyal, occasionally naïve watchman or guard. He is a dispossessed immigrant worker of Nepalese origin.