Comedian Gaurav Gupta Asks Pakistani Guest To Recite Hanuman Chalisa

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Comedian Gaurav Gupta asks a Pakistani fan to recite Hanuman Chalisa during his US tour.
In the midst of heightened political tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack and India's subsequent Operation Sindoor, stand-up comedian Gaurav Gupta brought a moment of unexpected levity during his ongoing US-Canada tour. During one of his shows, the popular comic found himself interacting with a Pakistani fan in the audience—and what followed was a sharp, witty exchange that's now going viral.
In a video posted by Gaurav on his official Instagram handle, the comedian is visibly surprised when he learns that a member of his audience is from Pakistan. As soon as the revelation is made, a few audience members shout 'Sindoor" in reference to the recent military operation launched by India. Gaurav quickly urges the crowd to 'behave," setting the stage for what would turn into a hilariously tense yet humorous back-and-forth.
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Turning to the fan, Gaurav jokingly commanded, 'Chalo Hanuman Chalisa padho ab. Padho, padho!" The crowd erupted in laughter and applause, while the fan, to his credit, took it all in stride. What could have turned uncomfortable instead played out as a moment of cross-border banter, handled with equal parts mischief and mutual respect.
Gaurav then continued the roast, asking the fan if he understood his Hindi jokes. When the man nodded, Gupta delivered another zinger: 'Toh tumhe samajh nahi aata, nahi milega tumhe? Itne saalon se keh rahe hain nahi milega, nahi milega, phir aa jaate ho tum." The joke, a clever dig at the long-standing Kashmir dispute between the two nations, drew another round of cheers from the crowd.
Despite the boldness of the bit, Gaurav didn't forget to express appreciation. 'Brother, you have guts to come here," he said. 'He thought artists were banned, but audience is still allowed!"
Online, the clip quickly gained traction, with fans lauding Gupta for his quick wit and fearless satire. Many also appreciated the Pakistani fan for taking the ribbing in good humour, highlighting a rare moment of camaraderie amidst a politically charged atmosphere.
The viral moment also reignites conversation around the strained cultural exchanges between the two countries. Pakistani artists remain banned from performing in India, and Indian streaming platforms have pulled content—including films, music, and dramas—originating from Pakistan. Many Pakistani celebrities have also had their social media presence restricted in India.
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