Quick Info
| Profession | Stand-Up Comedian, YouTuber |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/09/1996 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Pune, Maharashtra |
Latest News about Tarang Hardikar
Tarang Hardikar opened up about his debut Fringe special If I'm Not Wrong, explaining that the show evolved from material originally built around the idea of lines into a more personal set reflecting his childhood and life after an autism diagnosis. The special also won the Actually Autistic Award at the fifth Neurodiverse Review Awards during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Tarang Hardikar was featured as part of Soho Theatre’s Edinburgh Fringe 2026 programme with his debut show If I'm Not Wrong. Coverage described him as a rising comedian and animator from Pune whose work is known for sharp observational humor and physical delivery, and noted that he had also been named one of four Rising Stars at the 2026 Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Tarang Hardikar is a stand-up comedian and animator from Pune, known for his offbeat observational comedy, physical delivery, and clean, cleverly structured routines. He has also worked in animation and has been associated with game design interests alongside his comedy career. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Career
| Overview | Tarang started his journey in comedy while in college, riding his bicycle to various open-mic events. He gained recognition for his relatable humor, including his popular jokes about ordering food at Subway. In addition to stand-up, he has contributed to the animation industry, working for SND Media Animation studio. Tarang is also an aspiring game designer. |
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| Additional Information | He is known for routines such as Chess and his solo show Line Is Not A Line. His comedy has been described as observational, clean, and intensely physical, with a focus on everyday absurdities and social awkwardness. In 2026, he made his Edinburgh Fringe debut with If I'm Not Wrong and was named one of the Rising Stars at the 2026 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. |
Favourites
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| Comedy Show | Cold Lasagna Hate Myself 1999 (2021) |
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| Music Album | Section 80 by Kendrick Lamar |
| Genre | Hip-Hop |
| Cartoon Character | Lucario |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/taranghardikar/ | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarang-hardikar-0759441b8 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Tarang grew up in Pune and has a vivid interest in the comedic arts. | |
| 2. He worked as an animator before fully committing to comedy. | |
| 3. He often traveled in shared cabs from Pune to Mumbai for gigs. | |
| 4. His initial joke gained popularity due to its relatable take on fast food. | |
| 5. In addition to comedy, Tarang has designed a cycling micro-strategy game called Cadence. | |
| 6. Some of his notable comedy shows include Chess, Line Is Not A Line, and DeadAnt. | |
| 7. He regularly uploads comedic content on his YouTube channel and shares reels on Instagram. | |
| 8. He draws inspiration from renowned comedians like Shamik Chakrabarti, Guy Montgomery, and Zack Zucher. | |
| 9. Prior to taking the stage, he prefers to have a quiet moment to himself for focus. | |
| 10. During lockdown, he had to travel to a hill for a performance with a friend due to restrictions. | |
| 11. Interview insights reveal that he enjoys alcohol and has a knack for painting and traveling in his spare time. |