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Mint
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Watch: Zakir Khan makes history with Hindi comedy show at Madison Square Garden, earns standing ovation
Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan has etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian to headline a Hindi comedy show at Madison Square Garden in New York. The Indore-born comedian, loved for his 'sakht launda' persona and heartfelt storytelling, performed to a packed audience of 6,000, receiving a thunderous standing ovation. On Instagram, Zakir shared his excitement, calling it a 'big day' and admitting he was overwhelmed by the love. 'To entertain 6,000 people in Hindi at Madison Square Garden—it's a feeling I can't describe. This will always remain a special milestone,' he wrote, thanking his friends and team for their support. The show was part of Zakir's ongoing North America tour, where he was joined on stage by comedian Tanmay Bhat. His signature mix of observational humour, emotional depth and poetic shayari kept the crowd hooked. In the run-up to the performance, his poster lit up Times Square billboards, while he also made appearances on US media platforms to highlight the significance of performing in Hindi at such a prestigious venue. He even teamed up with chef Vikas Khanna for a lighthearted cooking session in New York. Speaking to Fox 5 New York, Zakir confessed that performing at Madison Square Garden wasn't something he had ever dreamt of. 'It felt like a place for big movie stars, not for boys from Indore. But sometimes life goes beyond your dreams,' he said. Zakir, 37, first shot to fame in 2012 after winning Comedy Central's India's Best Stand-Up. Since then, he has built a loyal fan base with specials such as Haq Se Single, Tathastu and Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare. Over the years, he has taken Indian stand-up to global stages, including becoming the first Asian comic to perform solo at London's Royal Albert Hall in 2013, as well as shows at the Sydney Opera House.
NDTV
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Zakir Khan Becomes First Indian To Perform A Hindi Comedy Show At Iconic Madison Square Garden
Performing at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York is a milestone that few Indian comedians have dared to achieve. Recently, stand-up comedian Zakir Khan etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian comedian to headline a Hindi-language show at Madison Square Garden. Hailing from Indore, the 37-year-old comedian, known for his relatable "sakht launda" (tough guy) persona and heartfelt storytelling, drew a crowd of 6,000 fans for a sold-out performance, marking a monumental milestone for Indian comedy on the global stage. Sharing his emotional moment with fans on Instagram, Mr Khan described it as a "big day" and expressed how overwhelming it was to entertain 6,000 people with Hindi comedy. He extended his gratitude to his friends and team for their support, calling it a "special milestone" in his career. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zeeshan Khan (@zeeshan_malang) Zakir Khan's show at Madison Square Garden is part of his ongoing North America tour, where he was joined on stage by fellow comedian Tanmay Bhat. The show featured his signature blend of observational humour, emotional depth, and poetic shayari. Ahead of the show, his poster lit up Times Square billboards, and he also appeared on prominent US media outlets, discussing the significance of performing in Hindi at such a prestigious venue. He also joined celebrity chef Vikas Khanna for a lighthearted cooking session. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zakir Khan (@zakirkhan_208) In an interview with Fox 5 New York, Mr Khan shared that performing at Madison Square Garden was never on his radar. "Madison Square Garden was never part of the plan—it felt like a place for big movie stars, not for boys from Indore. But sometimes life goes beyond your dreams," he said. Notably, Mr Khan first gained fame in 2012 after winning Comedy Central's 'India's Best Stand-Up' competition. The comedian is celebrated for his relatable storytelling and distinctive style, which deeply resonates with his audience. Often portraying the quintessential 'aam aadmi' and embracing his"sakht launda" (tough guy) persona, he has amassed a huge following both in India and internationally, cementing his position as a leading figure in the world of stand-up comedy. Beyond stand-up, Mr Khan has expanded his creative footprint with popular comedy specials like 'Haq Se Single', 'Tathastu' and 'Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare.' His previous milestones include being the first Asian comedian to perform solo at London's Royal Albert Hall in 2013 and shows at venues like the Sydney Opera House.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Blue city mayor vows 'no tolerance' for anti-ICE violence as LA riots erupt: 'Unacceptable'
New York City Mayor Eric Adams took a harsh tone against any possibility of anti-ICE riots at a news conference on Monday, as cities around the country gear up for potential unrest. Riots have occurred in Los Angeles in opposition to federal immigration authorities, in addition to demonstrations nationwide. "I believe we must build a system based on trust not fear, but two wrongs do not make it right. I understand that some New Yorkers may be angry, afraid and ready to express that. New York City will always be a place to peacefully protest, we will not allow violence and lawlessness," Adams said. There have been protests throughout the city in recent days, Fox 5 New York reported. Eric Adams Unfazed By Ruling Against His Plan To Combat Migrant Crime: 'All Part Of The Process' "The escalation of protests in Los Angeles over the last couple of days is unacceptable and would not be tolerated if attempted in our city," he continued. New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch said that if New York does "experience civil unrest of the sort that we have been witnessing in California, the full resources of the New York City Police Department are available and prepared to respond." Read On The Fox News App "We will maintain public order and we will do it consistent with the law," she added. Tisch said the city does not "engage in civil immigration enforcement" but said they have "no tolerance for violence," "no tolerance for property damage" and "no tolerance" for blockade-style demonstrations. Adams has exhibited a degree of cooperation with the Trump administration on federal immigration law, as a legal battle is underway to allow ICE to have an office on Riker's Island – a request that Adams supports, but the city council has sued him over in opposition. In February, border czar Tom Homan and Adams said they plan to work together. Nyc Mayor Adams, Trump Border Czar Homan Announce 'Game Changer' For Ice Enforcement "Getting back in Rikers Island is a game changer. Not only do we get the bad guys really hitting the streets, the intelligence of how [Tren de Aragua] operates, where they're operating, all this intelligence they gather at Rikers Island, we have access to," Homan said in a joint interview with Adams on "Fox & Friends" at the time. "The far left has hijacked this narrative [that] ICE is running in our schools, ICE is running in our churches, and they are creating this frenzy. They're not in the business of just grabbing children. We need to just stop all this noise," Adams said in the interview. Click Here For More Immigration Coverage Meanwhile, the Los Angeles area continues to face riots, which has created a standoff between President Donald Trump, who's ordered troops to the area, and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and Gov. Gavin Newsom. Over 100 people have been arrested, according to USA Today. While there have been anti-ICE demonstrations during the day in Los Angeles and throughout the nation, the cause for concern has largely centered around property damage from agitators and looting businesses, according to Fox 11 LA. Nyc Mayor Eric Adams Promises To Reopen Ice Office On Rikers Island After Meeting With Trump Border Czar "If I didn't 'SEND IN THE TROOPS' to Los Angeles the last three nights, that once beautiful and great City would be burning to the ground right now, much like 25,000 houses burned to the ground in L.A. due to an incompetent Governor and Mayor – Incidentally, the much more difficult, time consuming, and stringent FEDERAL PERMITTING PROCESS is virtually complete on these houses, while the easy and simple City and State Permits are disastrously bungled up and WAY BEHIND SCHEDULE!" Trump posted to Truth Social on Tuesday morning. "They are a total mess, and will be for a long time. People want to rebuild their houses. Call your incompetent Governor and Mayor, the Federal permitting is DONE!!!" he continued. Newsom has said the violence has been instigated by the president. "Have no doubt – Violent criminals who take advantage of Trump's chaos WILL be held accountable. Our number one priority has been and will be keeping LA safe. If you're protesting peacefully. Stay calm. Look out for one another," Newsom posted to X on Monday night. The ICE backlash comes as the agency has a goal to arrest a minimum of 3,000 illegal immigrants daily, including those with additional criminal charges or article source: Blue city mayor vows 'no tolerance' for anti-ICE violence as LA riots erupt: 'Unacceptable'
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
9/11 Victim's Daughter Slams Etsy for Selling Garfield T-Shirt Making Light of the Tragedy: ‘Couldn't Believe My Eyes'
The daughter of a 9/11 victim is criticizing Etsy after she said she received targeted advertisements from the online marketplace that showed an upsetting image spoofing the 2001 tragedy. Amy Stabile told Fox 5 New York that she had been scrolling through Facebook when she saw an Etsy ad for T-shirts with a 9/11-themed design of Garfield and New York City's World Trade Center Twin Towers. The shirts depicted Garfield in the shape of an airplane flying into the character's favorite food — lasagna — in the shape of the towers. The shirt read, '9/11? Yeah! I'll take 911 … orders of lasagna!' Nearly 3,000 people were killed on Sept. 11, 2001, after terrorists hijacked planes and flew them into the Twin Towers and the Pentagon. Stabile's dad, Herman Broghammer, died in the attacks that day. Related: Touching 9/11 Tributes Made Over the Years by Survivors and Those Who've Lost Loved Ones 'I just couldn't believe my eyes,' Stabile recalled to Fox 5 New York after seeing the shirts online. 'Thousands of lives were murdered [in the 9/11 incident].' "When I saw Garfield — I didn't even understand how it goes together," she continued. "There are so many things you could put on a T-shirt. Why this? You feel so crushed that someone, anyone, could think that the loss of these lives is funny.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The seller of the T-shirts, NelliesNestStore, is based in Australia, though they ship out of North Carolina, Fox 5 New York reported. The store's profile reads, "Silly Merch for Silly Dudes" and boasts a five-star rating. The seller has since taken the T-shirts down from the website as of Saturday, March 22. PEOPLE has reached out to Etsy for comment on the incident. Related: 9/11 Firefighter's Daughter Says Helping Kids Is How She Honors Her 'Father's Legacy' — and Heals (Exclusive) According to Etsy's current policies, items that 'promote, support or glorify hatred' or 'violence' are prohibited from the site. A spokesperson for the company told Fox 5 New York that humor is subjective and that the platform did not plan to remove the items. A spokesperson also told the outlet that it would take a closer look to make sure that the T-shirts depicting Garfield and 9/11 didn't end up in ads. Stabile, meanwhile, is calling for stricter policies on the market selling platform. She told Fox 5 New York: "Maybe it's time to start creating policies where this goes against your company policies. You're making money [off] terrorism. Where are these companies? Stand up for the families of 9/11 and do something about this." 'At some point you want to say, 'Have some humanity and think about how you're making your money,' " she added. Read the original article on People
South China Morning Post
14-02-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Meet Eva Mendes' brother Carlo Mendez, who plays Hector in Dexter: Original Sin
Eva Mendes and her younger brother Carlo Mendez are both actors. Photos: @cmendez78/Instagram Celebrity Families Eva Mendes may have retired from acting, but her brother Carlo Mendez's career is thriving. Actress Eva Mendes is a retired actress who has starred in films such as Hitch and 2 Fast 2 Furious. Photo: WireImage Although he has been in the industry for years, Carlo is back in the limelight for his latest role as Hector Estrada in the TV series, Dexter: Original Sin . 'It's tough, I've been at it for about 16, 17 years now and I still have a long way to go,' he said of his acting career to date in an interview with Fox5 New York on February 5. 'It's the journey, I have to enjoy the journey of it. Every step and everything I get makes me a better actor and it makes me even hungrier to get what I want.' Carlo Mendez is currently starring as a recurring character in Dexter: Original Sin. Photo: @cmendez78/Instagram When asked about his sister and what she's been up to, he said that she's 'taking care of her family and kids and stuff like that'. Despite having a famous sister, Mendez hasn't always had it easy. 'Of course it's been a struggle, up and down, like it is for everybody when it comes to acting. You got your moments where you're booked up – and then you don't know where your next job is coming from,' he recently told the Boston Herald. 'It's a very tough industry. There's a lot of competition. You just have to keep working hard.' 'In having a famous sibling, most people don't know unless they happen to find out we have the same last name,' he added. He said that he doesn't ask his sister for favours either. 'We talk, but I don't talk to her when it comes to the business. I'm not trying to ask for any favours,' he told the Herald. 'I'm just trying to do as much as I can on my own and prove myself as much as I can.' Carlo Mendez playing a firefighter for one of his acting roles. Photo: @cmendez78/Instagram Here's what we know about Eva Mendes' lesser-known sibling who's promptly making a name for himself in the entertainment world. What is Carlo Mendez's background?
