Zakir Khan's old ‘sexist comedy' video goes viral after Madison Square show, triggers online outrage
Zakir Khan's Maddison Square performance
Zakir Khan made history by becoming the first Indian comedian to headline a Hindi stand-up show at New York's legendary Madison Square Garden. The 37-year-old Indore native performed before a sold-out audience of 6,000, marking a milestone not only in his career but also in the rise of Hindi comedy on the global stage.
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Zakir Khan's old 'sexist comedy' video goes viral
Amid all the praise about his historic performance, an old video of him making a rather 'sexist' joke during one of his performances as gone viral. In the video, a woman can be heard saying 'I love you Zakir' and he replied 'jiske kharche pe aayi ho usko bolo jake' (go and say this to the person who's paying for your ticket).
The video had gone viral weeks ago, but it is once again sparking discussion as Zakir Khan's Madison Square Garden performance makes headlines. Many internet users have called out the comedian, saying this reflects his style of humour, and that he often makes sexist jokes which they argue is not okay.
One wrote on an Instagram post by ghalibankabir, 'He Lost all the respect from me after this.' Another added, 'Rightly said! He has always been so sexist I can't believe others have started catching up now.'
A third went on to add, 'Also, isn't 'jiske kharche pe aayi ho' assuming a woman can't buy her own tickets?? Like what is this 1974? Or wait, may be the mindset still is."
Who is Zakir Khan and how did he become so popular?
Zakir Khan is among India's most celebrated stand-up comedians, admired for his relatable storytelling, sharp one-liners, and his trademark 'Sakht Launda' persona that struck a chord with millions. Born in Indore, he rose to prominence in 2012 after winning Comedy Central's India's Best Stand-Up Comedian contest and soon built a devoted fan base with hit shows like Haq Se Single and Kaksha Gyarvi.
His ability to weave humour out of everyday Indian experiences, particularly those familiar to the youth, made him a household name. Over time, he expanded his presence through Amazon Prime specials, viral YouTube videos, and podcasts, while also nurturing emerging talent in the comedy space.
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