Zakir Khan’s Historic Hindi Show Sells Out Madison Square Garden

India-West News Desk

NEW YORK, NY — Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan became the first person to perform a Hindi-language comedy show at the iconic Madison Square Garden on August 17. The sold-out performance, which drew a crowd of 15,000 fans, marks a significant moment for Indian comedy on the global stage.

The show was part of Khan’s North America tour. Ahead of the performance, his posters were featured on Times Square billboards, and he appeared in prominent US media outlets to discuss the significance of performing in Hindi at such a renowned venue.

Khan, who hails from Indore, shared his disbelief in an interview with Fox 5 New York, stating that performing at Madison Square Garden “felt like a place for big movie stars, not for boys from Indore.”

Khan expressed his gratitude on Instagram, calling the show a “big day” and a “special milestone” in his career. The 37-year-old comedian is widely known for his relatable storytelling and ‘sakht launda’ persona.

Beyond this historic performance, Khan has a strong record of achievements. He gained fame after winning Comedy Central’s ‘India’s Best Stand-Up’ competition in 2012 and has since released popular specials like ‘Haq Se Single’ and ‘Tathastu’. His previous milestones include being the first Asian comedian to perform a solo show at London’s Royal Albert Hall in 2023.