9 Indian Comedy specials to make you laugh heartily

Celebrated on the first Sunday of May, World Laughter Day fell on the very first day on the month, this year.

‘Laughter is the best medicine.’ It is believed to alleviate many emotional and physical problems. The first Sunday of May is designated as World Laughter Day. It happened to be on May 1 this year.

The goal of World Laughter Day is to spread joy and laughter around the world. It’s difficult to find good humor, but once you do, it’ll make you go ROFL. Although comedy is a difficult genre to perfect, there are many extremely talented and hilarious comedians who know how to tickle the funny bone.

With the aim of spreading Laughter, here are suggestions for some of the funniest comedy specials on OTT Platforms presented by Indian comedians.

1. Vir Das: For India

Performed by: Vir Das

Platform: Netflix

Vir Das embraces India’s past with his one-of-a-kind perspective, from the Vedas to Vasco da Gama to empty Bollywood plotlines.

Vir Das is one of the few Indian stand-up comedians to have achieved international success. Vir Das: For India, his Netflix comedy special, has also been nominated for an International Emmy in 2021. His other Netflix specials are Abroad Understanding and Losing it.

2. Yours Sincerely Comedy

Performed by: Kanan Gill

Platform: Netflix

Comedian Kanan Gill looks back on his life objectives, which he wrote in a letter to his future self when he was a teenager, to see if he’s lived up to his own expectations.

Kanan Gill, Indian Stand-up comedian, is one of the most prominent sketch artists in the country. His show, ‘Keep It Real,’ has received acclaim from critics everywhere. Kanan’s superb comic timing and exceptional on-screen charm makes this one a must-watch!

3. Kaksha Gyarvi

Performed by: Zakir Khan

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

After Much love for ‘Haq se Single’ our lovable Sakht Launda – Zakir Khan delivered another master performance. Zakir is an amazing storyteller and his effortless emotional connection with the audience makes him a delight to watch.

With his Amazon Prime Video Stand-up Special ‘Kaksha Gyarvi,’ he takes you down the memory lane as he talks about school, friends, and everything else that era meant to him. He tells every hysterical and amusing incident from his book of memories, from survival to bullying.

4. Biswa Mast Aadmi

Performed By: Biswa Kalyan Rath

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

“Biswa Mast Aadmi is a stand-up comedy show by Biswa Kalyan Rath, where he cracks jokes on various topics. It’s funny to the audience and they laugh, thus creating sound. This in turn encourages Biswa to crack more jokes, so he cracks more jokes on topics,” says Amazon while describing Biswas’s show. 

Biswa Kalyan Rath’s genuine comedy about ordinary things will have you rolling out of your sofas laughing and wondering at the same time. ‘Biswa Mast Aadmi’ is regarded as one of the most creative and bold comedy stand-up specials available. His uncensored and relevant material is brilliantly reinforced by the show’s unique delivery.

5. Sketchy Behavior

Performed By: Kanan Gill & Kenny Sebastian

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

Sketchy Behavior is a live sketch comedy show from Mumbai. The show is familiar, odd, and wildly funny, and has been described as hilarious, complex, foolish, irritating (and ‘sardonic’ by one lady in Goa). Sketchy Behavior is certainly a work of something, with six very ridiculous live sketches sewn together by a much sillier tale and bookended by an incredibly silly opening and finale.

The comedy duo brought unimaginable entertainment to life. Their riveting chemistry and impressive acting skills wowed the audience. In this hilarious combination of sketchy drama, their expressions and comic timing worked brilliantly.

6. Dongri Danger

Performed By: Sumaira Shaikh

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

Sumaira Shaikh is amazingly funny if you are a fan of Hindi dark comedy. And that is all what her First stand-up special is about.

Dawood, Gangsters, Mayyat, and Rahul are just a few of the topics discussed by stand-up comic Sumaira Shaikh in her first stand-up comedy special. Sumaira, a Mumbai 9 native, will leave you in splits and make you uncomfortable with her dark observations about your rank in your friend’s group, how tsunamis are the best relaxation videos, and how her father once met Dawood.

7. Kal Main Udega

Performed By: Rahul Subramanian

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

‘Kal Main Udega,’ Rahul Subramanian’s stand-up comedy solo, is full of unconnected topics, no transitions, inconsequential takes on consequential subjects, and a tad mildly terrible dancing. Also angering DJs.

This is stand-up comedy with a message, but you’ll have to make up your own one because Rahul has none. This show will make you reflect on your time spent watching it, and you will come to the realization that “I learned nothing today.” “Yeh show mein kabhi Bhi Kuch Bhi ho Raha Hai,” as Rahul says.

8. Ladies Up

Performed By: Kaneez Surka, Prashasti Singh, Supriya Joshi, Niveditha Prakasham,

Platform: Netflix

“Rising India-based comics Prashasti Singh, Kaneez Surka, Supriya Joshi and Niveditha Prakasam bring no-holds-barred humor to this stand-up series.“

—Netflix Synopsis

In the four-part Netflix series ‘Ladies up,’ they showcase hilarious interiors. The episodes are 15 to 17 minutes long, with no underlying theme or order, only a shared passion for all things weird. When it comes to Indian stand-up comedy, this one really pushes the boundaries.

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9. Vansh Ka Naash

Performed By: Sumit Sourav

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

He’s all ready to do VANSH KA NAASH… capturing the generational span with a sprinkle of honest comedy. What’s going on here? But, Papa, kehte Hai Bada naam Karega? Sumit Sourav, our very own homegrown guy, is eager to delve into the topics of parenting, life’s purpose, and much more. With his honest comedy and truth bombs, he takes the stage.

Former Comicstaan season 2 runner-up Sumit Sourav has released his debut stand-up comedy special on Amazon Prime Video. Thís ridiculously hilarious comic is a must watch.

Published by – Mohit Maurya

Edited by – Samiksha Dashore