India, June 8 -- The Indian stand-up comedy scene has seen significant changes over the last decade or so. From an underground phenomenon, stand-up comedy in India has blossomed into a mainstream ...

After comedian Madhur Virli’s resurfaced rape joke triggered outrage online, fresh questions are being raised about the state of Indian stand-up comedy. Coming days after the controversy surrounding ...

KEM’s decision follows its preliminary inquiry, which found Pawar’s comments to be “objectionable and insensitive” and falling short of the standards of dignity, empathy and professional ...

India, June 15 -- The spotlight on India's stand-up comedy scene has intensified in recent days, with conversations shifting from punchlines to accountability. While comedian Pranit More remains at ...

Indian stand-up comedy is currently embroiled in a significant controversy, facing widespread backlash over recent clips from comedians Pranit More and Madhur Virli that feature misogynistic jokes, ...

The only female Indian comic to take the stage at Netflix Is A Joke Fest 2026, writer, showrunner and actor Sumukhi Suresh ...

When Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde declared that stand-up comedy was against Indian culture and ought to be banned in the city, and that she would write to the chief minister to make it happen, the city met ...