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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Zakir Khan's net worth: All you need to know about India's first Hindi stand-up comedian to perform at Madison Square Garden
Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan made history on Monday as he became the first Indian to headline a Hindi comedy show at New York City's iconic Madison Square Garden (MSG). The milestone performance is part of his ongoing North America tour and has made Indian fans extremely proud. From Indore to the global stage Hailing from Indore, Zakir performed in front of a 6,000-strong audience at MSG. Sharing his excitement on Instagram, he wrote, '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.' Before the show, Zakir's posters appeared on Times Square billboards, highlighting the significance of the event and celebrating his place in the global comedy circuit. Zakir Khan's net worth Zakir Khan's net worth is reportedly Rs 26.6 crore, according to Sovrenn. Though born in Indore, his family hails from Rajasthan. His grandfather, Ustad Moinuddin Khan, was a sarangi maestro, and his father works as a music teacher. Rise to comedy fame Zakir first gained fame in 2012 after winning Comedy Central's 'India's Best Stand-Up' contest. He is well-known for full-length TV specials like 'Tathastu', 'Kaksha Gyarvi', and 'Haq Se Single'. He also wrote and starred in the web series 'Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare', showcasing his talent as a writer and actor. MSG performance beyond dreams Admitting that performing at MSG was beyond his imagination, Zakir told Fox 5 New York, 'It felt like a place for big movie stars, not for boys from Indore.' His journey from a small town to the global stage reflects his hard work and unique style of comedy. Bollywood celebrates Zakir's historic moment Several Bollywood celebrities congratulated Zakir for his sold-out MSG show. Arjun Kapoor shared a video of Zakir receiving a standing ovation on Instagram Stories, writing, 'Fantastic Zakir bhai Madison square garden sold out!!! Making all of us proud.' Actress Tabu added clapping emojis on the post, Vir Das wrote, 'congratulations brother!', and Zareen Khan commented, 'Kya baath hai !' Rapper Badshah wrote, 'Stadium time,' while singer Armaan Malik called it 'Insanity.' DISCLAIMER: Figures presented in this article are derived from a public source and are considered approximate unless explicitly noted. We strive for accuracy and may include direct input from celebrities or their teams when available. Your feedback is always welcome on toientertainment@
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Zakir Khan's old ‘sexist comedy' video goes viral after Madison Square show, triggers online outrage
An old video of comedian Zakir Khan making a 'sexist' joke has gone viral on social media, sparking massive outrage. The resurfaced clip began trending soon after Zakir Khan's historic performance at Madison Square Garden, with many fans and netizens slamming the comedian for his controversial remarks. 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. Imagine what kind of feeling u have when u r not a singer or pop star but u pulled of that much of audience through ur stand up and storytelling art and first Indian🇮🇳 stand comic who performed at Madison Square Garden, New York 🔥#ZakirKhan 🐐 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.
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Arjun Kapoor, Tabu Rejoice As Zakir Khan Makes History At Madison Square Garden: 'Making Us Proud'
As Zakir Khan became the first comedian to perform a Hindi language show at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York, Arjun Kapoor, Tabu and others congratulated him! Zakir Khan, one of India's most beloved comedians, has achieved a milestone that cements his place in the global comedy circuit. In a historic moment for Indian comedy, Zakir Khan became the first comedian to perform a Hindi language show at the iconic Madison Square Garden (MSG) in New York City. The landmark performance is part of his ongoing North America tour. Bollywood celebrities such as Arjun Kapoor, Tabu, Zareen Khan, Badshah and others celebrated his win, congratulating him for the sold-out Madison Square Garden. Arjun Kapoor lauded Zakir, and said that he is making us all proud. Arjun Kapoor took to his Instagram stories, and shared a video of Zakir Khan getting a standing ovation at the end of his stand-up performance at the Madison Square Garden (MSG) in New York City. Praising him, the actor wrote, 'Fantastic Zakir bhai Madison square garden sold out!!! Making all of us proud." Meanwhile, Tabu commented on the post, and dropped clapping emojis, celebrating Zakir Khan's historic feat. Vir Das wrote, 'congratulations brother!" while Zareen Khan commented, 'Kya baath hai !" 'Stadium time," wrote rapper Badshah, while Armaan Malik commented, 'Insanity." Check out the video below! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zeeshan Khan (@zeeshan_malang) In a conversation with Fox 5 New York, Zakir Khan opened up about performing in Hindi at such a prestigious venue. '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. Zakir shared that his show wasn't about the 'achievement' alone, but about staying true to his journey, and showing that even the quietest voice can resonate on the world's biggest stages. Zakir Khan is known for his full-length comedy specials like Tathastu, Kaksha Gyarvi, and Haq Se Single. Expanding his creative horizons, he also ventured into acting and writing, creating the popular web series Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
