After a sold-out appearance at the 2025 Dubai Comedy Festival, Zakir Khan returns to Dubai Opera this January, bringing his unmistakable humour and storytelling to the stage once again.
Zakir’s journey to becoming one of India’s most celebrated comedians is a story in itself. Raised in Indore, he stepped away from college and built a career by performing stand-up in Hindi at a time when the scene was dominated by English comics. His breakthrough marked a defining shift in modern Indian comedy.
Now recognised as a global act, Zakir has performed to packed venues across London, New York, Toronto, and beyond. His style blends intimate personal anecdotes with poetic delivery and sharp observation, drawing audiences into moments of vulnerability, resilience, and everyday humour. Many of his expressions have become cultural catchphrases, including the widely loved phrase “Sakht Launda.”
With more than 830 million YouTube views and a loyal international fanbase, Zakir’s impact stretches far beyond live stages. His acclaimed Amazon Prime Video specials — Tathastu, Haq Se Single, and Kaksha Gyaarvi — continue to earn exceptional ratings of 9.1, 8.6, and 8.3.
Experience an evening filled with warmth, wit, and Zakir’s signature storytelling as he returns to Dubai.
Presented by Live Nation Middle East.