Zakir Khan to Mark History as the First Indian Comedian to Grace Madison Square Garden

Setting a milestone moment for the Indian comedy industry yet again, Zakir Khan, a seasoned professional in comedy, is preparing for a once-in-a-lifetime showcase at Madison Square Garden in March 2024. He will also be performing at iconic venues such as the Sydney Opera House and Palais Theatre later this year.

Zakir Khan recently completed a successful tour in support of his show ‘Tathastu’, selling over 100,000 tickets and enthralling audiences across the USA, Singapore, Canada, Dubai, and Australia. Now, he is bringing a series of brand-new headlining shows to Singapore, USA, New Zealand, and Australia in the coming months.

Expressing his excitement, Zakir Khan, known for performing stand-up almost entirely in Hindi, shares, “The Sydney Opera House and Madison Square Garden… just uttering these names gives me goosebumps. These legendary venues have hosted some of the greatest performers in history, and to have the opportunity to be counted among them is a dream come true. Itne toh maine khwab dekhe bhi nahi the jo poore ho rhe hain.”

He further adds, “It is humbling to realize that I will stand in the footsteps of giants and bring laughter to people from these hallowed stages. None of this would have been possible without the unwavering support and love of my incredible fans, who have been by my side throughout my journey. I am forever grateful to them for allowing me to live my dream and share my stories and art with the world.”

Zakir Khan gained recognition in India’s comedy circuit in 2012 after winning the title of ‘India’s Best Stand Up’ in a comedy competition organized by Comedy Central. He later became an internet sensation with the release of his stand-up specials ‘Haq Se Single’ (2017), ‘Kaksha Gyarvi’ (2018), and ‘Tathastu’ (2022) on Amazon Prime Video, and now he continues to dominate the live arena.

With over 1000 shows to his name, Zakir Khan is a seasoned professional in comedy. He has successfully captivated audiences worldwide, representing the global expansion of stand-up comedy.

Receiving standing ovations from audiences across the globe, Zakir Khan is quickly establishing himself as a pillar of stand-up comedy. His comedy specials ‘Haq Se Single’ (2017), ‘Kaksha Gyarvi’ (2018), and ‘Tathastu’ (2022), which premiered on Amazon Prime Video, have propelled him to internet stardom.