Gaurav Gupta, a popular stand-up comedian, has taken the internet by storm with his witty remarks on stage. During his recent US tour, he engaged in a lighthearted yet sharp conversation with a Pakistani audience member, leaving the crowd in stitches.
As soon as Gaurav discovered that the audience member was from Pakistan, he quipped, “Bro, you’re brave to be here! Artists are banned, but audiences are still allowed, huh?” He then jokingly asked the audience member to recite the Hanuman Chalisa, a Hindu prayer. The crowd erupted in laughter, and the video of the incident has gone viral on social media.
Gaurav’s joke was met with a mix of amusement and criticism. Some users praised his quick wit, while others felt that he should have avoided making light of the tense relations between India and Pakistan. One user commented, “Gaurav, your punch was amazing, superb!” Another user wrote, “You were a bit hesitant at first, but you pulled it off with finesse.”
However, not everyone was impressed. Some viewers felt that Gaurav’s joke was insensitive and that he should have used the opportunity to promote unity instead of making fun of the audience member’s country. One user commented, “You were making fun of the person’s country, which wasn’t right. This was a chance to show unity, but you used it to make a joke.”
Gaurav Gupta has gained a massive following in recent years, thanks to his unique brand of humor that often pokes fun at the middle class in India. He first gained recognition in 2017 as a top 12 finalist on The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, where he was judged by Akshay Kumar. His shows, such as “Not Just Baniya” and “Market Down Hai,” have resonated with audiences and established him as a rising star in the comedy world.