Anudeep Katikala

Stand-up Comedian, Engineer

Indian Prayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh, India

Quick Info

ProfessionStand-up Comedian, Engineer
NationalityIndian
BirthplacePrayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh, India

Latest News about Anudeep Katikala

15/04/2026

Stand-up comedian Anudeep Katikala was detained by Andhra Pradesh Police in Prayagraj while visiting family, following a complaint from a local leader in Kakinada over his abusive jokes targeting Tollywood actors and fan culture. Police from Kakinada tracked his phone and picked him up from a park around 7 PM. The incident stems from backlash over his recent comedy sets that mocked stars like Pawan Kalyan, Ram Charan, and Jr NTR, leading to fan outrage and demands for an apology.

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Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)Engineer, Comedian

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColourBlack
Hair ColourBald

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityIIT Bombay, Maharashtra, India
Educational QualificationB.Tech. in Energy Science (2013-2018)

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Career

Work Experience
  • Position: Process Analyst Company: udaan.com Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Duration: August 2018 - May 2019
  • Position: Associate Product Manager Company: Infinity Learn Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India Duration: September 2021 - July 2023
  • Position: Founder Company: Silly South Comedy Club Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India Duration: March 2023 - Present
Notable Events
  • Founded Silly South Comedy Club in March 2023
  • Appeared in the show Comedy Nights on ETV Telugu in June 2024
  • Controversy in April 2026 due to jokes made about South Indian actors

Favourites

Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Playing Cricket
  • Acting

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He began working as a Process Analyst in August 2018.
2. He served as an Associate Product Manager from September 2021 to July 2023.
3. He started organising regular stand-up comedy shows in Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
4. His show The Tollywood Roast Show became a huge hit.
5. He faced legal trouble due to jokes made in April 2026.
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