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Comedians Harsh Gujral, Madhur Virali summoned over vulgar remarks
Stand-up comedians Harsh Gujral and Madhur Virali have been summoned by the Maharashtra Cyber Cell over vulgar and objectionable remarks allegedly made during their comedy acts.
Sumukhi Suresh's stand-up special 'Hoemonal' heads to Netflix
Netflix has announced that comedian and actor Sumukhi Suresh's first Netflix stand-up special, Hoemonal, will premiere on October 14.
Fatima Shaikh urges comedy roles for women, calls slapstick 'sexist'
Fatima Sana Shaikh, who stars in the new series Hunkkaar, recently spoke about the dearth of well-written female characters in comedy.
'Fan Level Midnight': 'The Office' docuseries to stream on Peacock
Peacock has acquired a new documentary series titled Fan Level Midnight: Devoted to The Office, which delves into the history and cultural impact of NBC's classic show, The Office.
'Latent 2': Political leaders slam Samay Raina over Bihar-Kashmir jokes
Comedian Samay Raina is once again facing the ire of netizens and politicians for his controversial remarks on India's Got Latent Season 2.
Supreme Court quashes all FIRs against Samay Raina
The Supreme Court of India on Friday quashed all First Information Reports (FIRs) against comedian Samay Raina and four others over alleged insensitive remarks about persons with disabilities on Raina's India's Got Latent show.
Why is Pranit More's special drawing Samay Raina comparisons?
Stand-up comedian Pranit More, who has been on a hiatus following a controversy over misogynistic remarks made by an audience member during one of his shows, has announced his return.
Pranit More returns to stage after ₹370 biryani row
Stand-up comedian Pranit More recently performed his first live show after the infamous ₹370 biryani controversy.
'Samay Raina brazenly violated our orders': SC slaps ₹3L fine
The Supreme Court has imposed a ₹3L fine on comedian Samay Raina for allegedly making false statements before the court and failing to comply with its previous orders in connection with the India's Got Latent controversy.
'Welcome to Jungle' has no vulgarity, only dark comedy: Director
Ahmed Khan, the director of the hit film Welcome to the Jungle, has defended his decision to keep the movie a "sheer comedy."
'Not friends': Kusha Kapila denies patch-up rumors with Samay Raina
Actor and influencer Kusha Kapila has denied rumors of a reconciliation with comedian Samay Raina.
'Dhamaal 4' sells 38,000 tickets; Ajay Devgn-starrer eyes ₹12cr opening
The much-anticipated comedy, Dhamaal 4, hit theaters on Friday. The advance bookings for the film opened on Wednesday morning, two days ahead of its release.
Why CJP founder won't ever go to 'India's Got Latent'
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), recently opened up about his views on comedian Samay Raina's controversial show India's Got Latent.
Bill Maher receives comedy honor as Kennedy Center awaits overhaul
Comedian Bill Maher was honored with the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on June 28, Sunday.
'India's Got Latent' returns tonight: When, where to watch
Comedian Samay Raina's popular show, India's Got Latent, is returning for a second season.
Netflix teases 'India's Got Latent' S02 with quirky post
Comedian Samay Raina's popular show India's Got Latent 2 may be headed to Netflix, as hinted by a recent post from the streaming platform.
'₹370 biryani' row: FIR against Pranit, Himanshu Jangra in Gurugram
The Gurugram Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against stand-up comedian Pranit More and audience member Himanshu Jangra over the controversial "₹370 biryani" remarks.
Comedian Madhur Virli apologizes for 'cuddle after rape' joke
Stand-up comedian Madhur Virli has issued an apology for a controversial joke about rape that resurfaced online recently.
'Improvised story': Himanshu Jangra apologizes for '₹370 biryani' remark
Himanshu Jangra, who's facing backlash for his comments in a crowd-work video from comedian Pranit More's show, has apologized for his remarks.
Kunickaa Sadanand defends Pranit More's apology over '₹370 biryani' controversy
Stand-up comedian Pranit More, who has been embroiled in a social media controversy over an audience member's ₹370 biryani remark, has issued a second apology.
Comedy show row: Pranit, others face FIR over 'objectionable remarks'
Maharashtra Cyber has filed a First Information Report (FIR) against stand-up comedian Pranit More in the controversy over his recent Gurugram show.
Doctor's male cadaver joke at Pranit More's show sparks backlash
Mumbai-based doctor Sejal Pawar has landed in hot water after she made inappropriate comments about male cadavers' private parts during a stand-up comedy show by comedian Pranit More.
Shekhar Suman promises sharp jokes, political satire in new show
Veteran actor and talk show host Shekhar Suman has returned with a new late-night talk show, Shekhar Tonite.
Michael Che is now roasting Kevin Hart's roast
Comedian and Saturday Night Live star Michael Che had pulled out of the live Netflix event Roast of Kevin Hart due to scheduling conflicts with SNL, reported Variety.
Sunil Pal says his jokes were cut from Kapil's show
Veteran comedian Sunil Pal has voiced his dissatisfaction with his recent appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show.
Did Sunil Pal feel 'humiliated' meeting Samay Raina?
Veteran comedian Sunil Pal recently made a guest appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show, sharing the stage with fellow comedian Samay Raina and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia.
Ranveer Allahbadia to drop documentary on 'Latent' controversy soon
Podcaster-YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia and comedian Samay Raina recently reunited on the sets of The Great Indian Kapil Show, over a year after the controversial India's Got Latent episode.
What was the 2010 case against Bharti Singh, Shekhar Suman?
The Bombay High Court recently quashed a first information report (FIR) from 2010 against actors Shekhar Suman and Bharti Singh.
Kapil's 'Kis Kisko...2' locks TV premiere: When, where to watch
Star Gold is all set to air the world television premiere of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 on Sunday, May 3, at 1:00pm.
'Great Indian Kapil Show': Samay Raina-Allahbadia reunite for special episode
YouTuber-comedian Samay Raina and content creator Ranveer Allahbadia are set to reunite on a special episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show.
'Latent' controversy: Samay Raina feared going bankrupt like Amitabh Bachchan
Comedian Samay Raina recently opened up about the financial impact of the controversy surrounding his YouTube show, India's Got Latent.
Akshay, Priyadarshan call out lack of respect for comedy actors
Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar and filmmaker Priyadarshan recently opened up about the lack of respect for the comedy genre in the film industry.
Comedian Anudeep Katikala detained for jokes on Pawan Kalyan
Stand-up comedian Anudeep Katikala was detained by Andhra Pradesh police on Tuesday in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
Dan Levy considered 'Schitt's Creek' sequel before Catherine O'Hara's death
Dan Levy, the co-creator and star of the Emmy-winning sitcom Schitt's Creek, recently revealed that he had considered a sequel series to the show.
'Told Ranveer to tone it down...': Chanchlani recalls 'Latent' row
In 2025, the India's Got Latent controversy took the internet by storm after a controversial clip from the show went viral.
Comedian-actor Alex Duong dies at 42 after battling rare cancer
Alex Duong, a Los Angeles-based comedian, writer, and actor, has passed away at the age of 42.
'Indian Institute of Zombies': Johny Lever's son debuting with zombie-comedy
Jesse Lever, the son of veteran actor-comedian Johny Lever, will soon be seen in a new film titled Indian Institute of Zombies (IIZ).
Vir Das to perform at London's Royal Albert Hall
International Emmy-winning comedian Vir Das is set to perform at London's iconic Royal Albert Hall on April 1 as part of his Hey Stranger tour.
Priyadarshan says comedy directors aren't respected, treated as 'jokers'
Acclaimed filmmaker Priyadarshan, known for his hit comedies like Hera Pheri and Bhool Bhulaiyaa, among others, recently revealed that he is often "forced" to make comedy films.
Zakir Khan paused comedy career due to 'genetic illnesses'
Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan recently announced a long hiatus from comedy, citing health concerns as the primary reason.
Finn Wolfhard, co-stars roast 'Stranger Things' on 'SNL'
Finn Wolfhard, known for his role in Netflix's Stranger Things, made his Saturday Night Live debut on Saturday (local time).
Jokes Nikki Glaser ultimately skipped at the Golden Globes
Nikki Glaser, the host of the 2026 Golden Globes, recently revealed that she refrained from making certain political jokes during her opening monologue.
'Happy Patel': Sunil Grover's perfect imitation gets Aamir in trouble
Aamir Khan's latest promotional video for Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is another genius marketing ploy. The clip features a comical scene where Khan is literally thrown out of a building by security guards.
Conan O'Brien to anti-Trump comedians: You've 'exchanged funny for anger'
Six-time Emmy-winning comedian Conan O'Brien recently spoke at Oxford University, where he shared his views on political comedy.
When, where to watch Priyanka grace 'Great Indian Kapil Show'
The fourth season of Netflix's popular comedy-talk show, The Great Indian Kapil Show, is set to premiere on December 20.
Host fundraisers for disabled persons, Supreme Court orders Samay Raina
The Supreme Court of India has ordered comedians Samay Raina, Balraj Paramjeet Singh Ghai, Sonali Thakkar, and Nishant Jagdish Tanwar to raise funds for the treatment of disabled persons.
'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' creators developing new comedy on private detectives
NBC has given a pilot production commitment for the 2026-27 season, a single-camera comedy from Brooklyn Nine-Nine co-creator/executive producer Dan Goor and executive producer Luke Del Tredici.
'All nonsense': 'Garam Masala' director Priyadarshan refutes Akshay-John rumors
Filmmaker Priyadarshan recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of his hit comedy Garam Masala. In an interview, he praised lead actor Akshay Kumar's comic timing and dismissed rumors that suggested Kumar had cut John Abraham's role in the movie.
'Will be mindful': Samay apologizes for disability jokes on birthday
Popular stand-up comedian Samay Raina has apologized to people with disabilities for his controversial remarks on his now-defunct show India's Got Latent.
'KBC 17': Amtiabh Bachchan to celebrate Diwali with Krushna, Sunil
The upcoming episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 will be filled with laughter and entertainment as comedians Sunil Grover and Krushna Abhishek will take the hot seat.
Robin Williams's daughter slams AI videos of her dead father
Director Zelda Williams, the daughter of late Hollywood actor-comedian Robin Williams, has expressed her displeasure over AI-generated videos of her father.
Louis CK defends Saudi Arabia gig: 'Felt like good opportunity'
Emmy-winning comedian Louis CK has defended his decision to perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia.
'Hera Pheri,' 'Welcome' are now part of same film universe!
Firoz Nadiadwala, the renowned producer and grandson of late producer Abdul Karim Nadiadwala, announced plans to launch a new film universe on his grandfather's 115th birth anniversary.
Rainn Wilson thinks NBC 'missed out' by skipping Dwight spinoff
Rainn Wilson, who played Dwight Schrute in the popular sitcom The Office, recently discussed the fate of a potential spin-off series titled The Farm.
'South Park' episode parodying Charlie Kirk pulled after his assassination
Comedy Central has pulled an episode of South Park from its nightly lineup that parodied conservative influencer Charlie Kirk (31), who was recently assassinated.
Zakir Khan announces break from stage shows for health reasons
Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan has announced a break from his extensive touring schedule due to health concerns.
Vir Das becomes 1st Indian with Broadway theater residency
Vir Das, the acclaimed comedian, writer, and actor, is set to become the first Indian artist to have a residency at New York's legendary Lincoln Center Theater.
Why did Kapil Sharma switch to Netflix?
Kapil Sharma's popular comedy talk show, The Great Indian Kapil Show, recently hosted prominent entrepreneurs Vijay Shekhar Sharma (Paytm CEO), Aman Gupta (boAt Co-Founder & CMO), Ritesh Agarwal (OYO Rooms CEO), and Ghazal Alagh (Mamaearth Co-Founder).
SC asks Samay Raina, others to apologize for ridiculing differently-abled
The Supreme Court of India on Monday directed five social media influencers, including comedian Samay Raina, to publicly apologize on their podcasts and programs for mocking persons with disabilities.
Veteran Punjabi actor-comedian Jaswinder Bhalla dies at 65
Jaswinder Bhalla, a well-known Punjabi actor and comedian, has died at 65. He passed away on Friday around 4:00am at Fortis Hospital in Mohali.
Zakir Khan makes historic Hindi comedy debut at MSG
Zakir Khan, the popular stand-up comedian, has become the first Indian comic to perform a Hindi comedy set at New York City's Madison Square Garden.
'The Paper': Oscar returns in 'The Office' spinoff this September
Peacock has unveiled the official trailer for The Paper, a spin-off of the beloved sitcom The Office.
Was Rajiv Thakur thrown out of 'Kapil Show'? Comedian reveals
Comedian and actor Rajiv Thakur, who was part of the first two seasons of Netflix's The Great Indian Kapil Show, is missing from Season 3.
Kevin Hart announces new India tour date: 'Destined to meet'
Hollywood actor-comedian Kevin Hart has announced new dates for his Acting My Age comedy tour in India.
Disability jokes row: SC asks Samay to respond within two-weeks
Comedian and India's Got Latent host Samay Raina, along with four other social media influencers, appeared before the Supreme Court on Tuesday.
Larry David to host history comedy series produced by Obamas
In an unexpected collaboration, HBO has announced a new sketch comedy series on American history starring Larry David, with Barack Obama and Michelle Obama involved as executive producers through their company, Higher Ground.
Craig Robinson's 'retirement' is just a marketing stunt
Craig Robinson, the actor-comedian best known for his role in The Office, has been making headlines recently with his announcement of quitting comedy.
'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' actor Craig Robinson quits comedy; what's he cooking?
Craig Robinson, the actor-comedian best known for his roles as Darryl Philbin in The Office and Doug Judy in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, recently announced his decision to quit comedy.
Netflix's 'Fool Volume' trailer: Vir Das returns with polished punchlines
Vir Das is back with his fifth Netflix special, titled Fool Volume.
'Latent' clips return to YouTube after controversy, 4-month hiatus
After a four-month hiatus, the popular YouTube show India's Got Latent has made a quiet return on social media.
Vir Das's new Netflix special 'Fool Volume' arrives in July
International Emmy Award winner and comedian-actor Vir Das has announced his upcoming Netflix special, titled Vir Das: Fool Volume. The show will premiere on July 18.
'Great Indian Kapil Show' returns this month: What to expect
Kapil Sharma is set to return with the third season of his popular comedy show, The Great Indian Kapil Show.
Samay Raina in trouble: SC summons comic in disability case
The Supreme Court of India summoned five influencers, including comedian Samay Raina, over a petition by an NGO on Monday.
Aimee Lou Wood slams 'SNL' for 'mean and unfunny' parody
The breakout star of The White Lotus Season 3, Aimee Lou Wood, has publicly criticized Saturday Night Live (SNL) for a "mean and unfunny" parody sketch titled The White POTUS.
'Latent' row: Ranveer-Apoorva may face legal action due to non-cooperation
Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Mukhija are facing potential legal action from the Maharashtra Cyber Cell for not cooperating in the ongoing investigation in India's Got Latent controversy.
Everything to know about Kevin Hart's India show in Delhi
American actor and comedian Kevin Hart would be performing in India for the very first time as part of his global tour, Acting My Age.
Why Conan O'Brien attended Kennedy Center event despite Trump takeover
Comedian Conan O'Brien recently defended his decision to attend the Kennedy Center's Mark Twain event last month, amid the controversy of President Donald Trump's overhaul of the arts center.