Get into the rib-tickling world of top 10 Indian stand up comedians as we bring in 2024 with an explosion of laughter and one-liners. The stand-up comedy scene in India is booming with such talent, and we are just loving it Here we go in this stand up comedy ride, the top 10 Indian stand up comedians to take over the laughter scene in 2024.
These stand up comedians cut through the chaos and stereotypes with their sharp wit making them cultural commentators that are not to be missed. From observational comedy that reflects the rhythms of everyday life to satirical commentary on societal norms, through laughter these artists tap directly into an emotional truth. Where their comedic skills really come into the spotlight is their talent for finding humour in everyday life, and making the ordinary seem extraordinary.
And come along with us as we go through the best 10 Indian stand up comedians that will entertain, inspire and get the world talking about them and the art of making people laugh for 2024. Prepare to meet the comic virtuosos not just cracking jokes, but also boundaries, and revolutionizing the art of comedy in India.
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Top 10 Indian Stand Up Comedians
1. Anubhav Singh Bassi
In the world’s best list of 100 Crores Laughter Club, nothing can match the essence which Anubhav Singh Bassi brings into his content. In another world, Anubhav might have pursued law, or perhaps even a career as a bureaucrat — after all, he has the resume for it. But we all need to thank our stars that the universe threw this comedy legend, lovingly called BassiJi, our way. Anubhav trialed in different professions but finally discovered his true calling with stand up comedy.
2. Zakir Khan
When it comes to the best comedians India has to offer, the first name that comes to your mind would be Zakir Khan. Famous for his comedy on love, heartbreak and small town life, Zakir came into the limelight when he took part in the comedy reality show ‘India’s Best Dramebaaz’ in 2012. He consolidated his success with his stand up Video on YouTube “Zakir Khan-Life Mein Chahiye Izzat!” and his stint on ‘On Air with AIB.
3. Abhishek Upmanyu
With 1.4 million followers on Instagram to his name and more than 4 million subscribers on YouTube, Abhishek Upmanyu has quickly established himself as one of the country’s most followed stand up comedians. Early life Born on May 19, 1990, in New Delhi to a North Indian family, Abhishek is an engineering graduate from D.Y.Patil College, Pune and has previously worked at firms like Ranbaxy. But it was comedy that he was born to pursue, a love he has had for life for as long as he can remember.
4. Alexander Babu
Alexander Babu, had an incredible transformation from corporate life (software engineer) to the stand up comedy and theater which added vibrancy to the Comedy world. Transitioning in 2014, Alexander quickly made a mark in comedy with his brand of smart, weird and self-aware humor paired with a touch of the theatrical side. And in 2019, he produced and starred in “Alex in Wonderland,” a 120-minute English-Tamil stand up-musical special for Amazon Prime.
5. Aakash Gupta
Even as we witness the birth of an entire stand up comedy industry in India, Aakash Gupta is a real hidden gem of comedy. With its quick wit and contagious optimism, Aakash Gupta is a performer guaranteed to take you on a laughter ride, in which there is no way to stop laughing. Gupta is, without a doubt, a heavyweight in comedy with one million Instagram followers and another 4 million on YouTube.
6. Ramkumar Natarajan
Ramkumar Natarajan is a well-established standup comedian,humorist and speaker based out of CHENNAI. With his razor sharp wit and superior comic timing, Ramkumar became an instant hit with his recent videos on Evam Standup Tamasha, featuring the IT sector. This skill to combine fun with every aspect of life has led him to stand out as an outstanding artist in comedy. Outside of his stand up work, Ramkumar is a genuine polymath of varied interests and abilities.
7. Aditi Mittal
Aditi Mittal, who as Abhishek Upmanyu says ‘OUR FAVORITE’ female stand-up comedian is one of very few creme dela creme in the Indian comedy world. Aditi was one of the first Indian female stand up comedian and she paved the way for other women when comedy was just for men. Her witty and biting performaces have made hers a name to notice. Aditi’s travel from being a class clown to becoming a successful comedian, is a princely tale of awakening.
8. Jagan Krishnan
As Socrates probably said, “You ain’t seen stand up comedy until you seen Jagan Krishnan.” His disciples never captured that on vinyl, but that gets to the core of his impressive ability. Jagan is a multi-talented stand up comedian with uncanny comic insights that extend far beyond merely talking into a microphone—this guy is the real deal. Jagan Krishnan is a hilarious and versatile comic who’s known for his ability to dominate in multiple genres of stand up including stories and one-liners.
9. Shraddha Jain (AiyyoShraddha)
An emerging voice in the Indian comedy performance landscape, Shraddha Jain shares with audiences her fresh take that is daily and delightful. Her timing is perfect and her take on life is unlike anything we have seen so far, Pangalangan has quickly become a comedic one-to-watch. Shraddha’s humor is a mix of observational and anecdotal which will be sweet to watch her doing while entering and living her married life.
10. Gaurav Kapoor
Gaurav Kapoor With his high energy and versatile style Gaurav is surely becoming a huge sensation in the Indian Stand-Up Comedy scene. A master at ease in any genre, Kapoor’s Acts are a hilarious roller coaster ride of character and insight. All of it completing his observational humor which, along with intellect guru comedy; thus solidifying him as more than an entertainer but a comedian of substance.
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Indian stand-up comedy has seen an exponential growth and these ten comedians have been at the forefront of this change. Not only do they entertain everyone with their great performances, but they continue to test social conventions and engage in conversations that need to be had. Left to right: Tanmay Bhatt, Rohan Joshi, Gursimran Khamba and Ashish Shakya As India’s laughter followers grow and the jokes evolve, these vibrant minds are likely to define what the Indian jokes will look like – possibly even globally. Their work is helping to create a richer, more varied comedy culture, one where comedy and thoughtfulness are mutually reinforcing.
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