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Saturday, February 21, 2026
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Topic: comedy

Why Nitish is ‘Joe Biden of India’ with one difference, & who wins Gujarat vs TN superstar state debate

Global media also writes on how comedians in India have never been so successful and endangered at the same time.

Modern love is the funniest joke. That’s why comedy shows are so heavy on dating content

From Zakir Khan, Prashasti Singh, Daniel Sloss, and Taylor Tomlinson to the open mic newbies at the neighbourhood cafe—everybody has their own punchlines.

Forbes to FIRs—Ranveer Allahbadia was flying high. Now he’s tasting what downfall looks like

Apart from tarnishing his image, Ranveer Allahbadia’s remarks have brought the spotlight back on the intersection of humour, vulgarity, and the call to criminalise such actions.

There’s too much Akshay Kumar on screen. Take a break and come back with a Hera Pheri

Every few months, a new release raises the question: Can this film save Akshay Kumar’s career? So far, the answer has been a resounding no.

Guns & Gulaabs to Kathal, the comedy genre has found its perfect partner – in crime

Comedy refines and defines the heaviness of thrillers, and crime comedy is turning out to be a reliable and entertaining genre in itself.

From Village to Stardom: The Inspiring Journey of Comedian Khizar Omer

Through his captivating presence on YouTube and TikTok, Khizar Omer has settled his position as a prominent figure in the world of digital comedy.

Raju Srivastava was the brand ambassador for small-town anxieties on Laughter Challenge

The new middle class, however, soon found their idea of relatability in the world of Kapil Sharma, who ruled this genre by profitably mixing comedy with Bollywood stars.

Comedian Raju Srivastav, 58, passes away in Delhi

The artist was admitted to AIIMS Delhi on 10 August after experiencing chest pain and collapsing during a gym session.

Never Have I Ever has love, heartaches, flings and a little more this season

In Ms Marvel, we watched a commendable representation of the Pakistani diaspora. It's heartening to see Never Have I Ever carrying ahead the baton.

On Camera

Why legal provisions are necessary to curb the power of trade unions: MH Mody

The collusion between the new class of bureaucrats, politicians, businessmen and trade union bosses perpetuates itself partly because of the short-run benefits and partly because they see no way out of the system, wrote author MH Mody in 1980.

In the West, there’s anxiety. In India, optimism—Rishi Sunak says India poised to be leader in AI

On Wednesday, the former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was speaking in New Delhi at a Carnegie & Observer Research Foundation event on AI.

Embraer moves full throttle in pursuit of IAF contract, ties up with Hindalco after Adani

IAF is firming up plans to revamp airlift capabilities with medium transport aircraft that will be assembled in India & serve as its main workhorse. Embraer is leading contender as of now.

No country is ever fully sovereign. Cold War era taught India its real meaning

India’s fraught neighbourhood places multiple constraints on its strategic choices. It leaves no time to take a deep breath, lean back and reset.