Quick Info
| Profession | Stand-up Comedian |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 20/08/1987 |
| Age | 39 years |
| Birthplace | Indore |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Zakir Khan
17/08/2025
Zakir Khan performed a full Hindi stand-up show at Madison Square Garden in New York, becoming the first Indian comedian to do so. The sold-out event drew about 6,000 attendees and marked a major milestone in his international career. Coverage also noted that he had previously become the first Asian comedian to sell out London’s Royal Albert Hall with a full Hindi set.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Known For | Relatable humor, signature 'Sakht Launda' persona, poetic storytelling |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Weight | 78 kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Paul Higher Secondary School, Indore |
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| College | B.Com (Drop-out) |
| Diploma | Diploma in Sitar from Delhi |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Nickname | Sakht Launda |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Ismail Khan (Music Teacher at St. Raphael's School, Indore) | ||||
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| Mother | Kulsum Khan (Homemaker) | ||||
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Career
| Brief Career Overview |
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Favourites
| Actor | Nawazuddin Siddiqui |
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| Filmmaker | Anurag Kashyap |
| Poet(s) |
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| Book | The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand |
| Film | Chhoti Si Baat (1976) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was raised in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, amidst a family of musicians. | |
| 2. After leaving college, he pursued a Diploma in Sitar. | |
| 3. He relocated to Delhi with the aspiration of working as a radio producer. | |
| 4. His landlord provided support during a period of financial difficulty. | |
| 5. He initiated his comedy journey by participating in open mic events. | |
| 6. He gained popularity for his trademark punchline "Sakht Launda." | |
| 7. He has been featured in numerous comedy performances and programs. | |
| 8. His ultimate ambition is to develop a farming program tailored for teenagers. | |
| 9. During a train journey to Delhi, he wrote his first poem 'Main Shunya Pe Sawaar Hoon,' which became widely popular for its philosophical depth and emotional honesty. | |
| 10. He performed nearly 100 shows across India within 12 months and sold over 50,000 tickets. |
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