Top 10 Punjabi Comedians Ever Till 2023

By Nida Naaz Jan 22, 2023, 13:06 IST

They say that laughter is the best medicine, and Punjabis keep this in mind by creating a fun living environment wherever they go. So here is the list of the top 10 Punjabi comedians that never failed to bring smiles to people’s faces.

  1. Jaspal Singh Bhatti

He was another Amritsari known as the King of Comedy long before Kapil Sharma. His ability to handle controversial issues and anti-corruption crusades while making the general public aware of these practises through humorous means earned him a position unlike any of his contemporaries. Aside from Flop Show, he also appeared in Full tension and UltaPulta, where he displayed his comedic talent.

  1. Upasana Singh

Upasana Singh has always been a joy to watch, whether in Punjabi shows or movies, this best Punjabi comedian has always delivered outstanding performances. Singh is from Hoshiarpur, and her characters in many Punjabi and Bollywood films have garnered a lot of attention due to her unrivalled comic timing. Upasana is now 46 years old, and her career took off when she was cast in a negative role in the children's drama Son Pari. She is frequently seen in a variety of ongoing comedy shows making lovely appearances.

  1. Gurpreet Ghuggi

Gurpreet Ghuggi has been wowing us with his acting abilities. It's been 20 years, but Gurpreet Ghuggi is still one of those comedians who never fails to make us laugh out loud with his unique style. He has made a name for himself not only in the Punjabi film industry, but also among the Hindi-speaking population. Acting in films such as Singh is Kinng, Namaste London, and Khiladi 786 has established him as a well-known comedian in the Hindi film industry.

  1. B N Sharma

BN Sharma began his career as a child actor. He then went on to play a villain in the soap opera Jeb Katre. Following that, he began portraying various characters in the series flop show. And what better way to hone his skills than to work alongside the king of comedy himself, Jaspal Bhatti? He later worked with him on his other projects, including Full tension and UltaPulta. He gained recognition and demonstrated his full potential in films such as Jatt and Juliet, Carry on Jatta, ManjeBistre, and others.

  1. Meher Mittal

Meher Mittal, known as the "King of Punjabi Comedies," was a lawyer by profession but a comedian at heart. And we are so grateful that we followed his heart and passion! Audiences would eagerly await Meher Mittal's appearance in the films. His spontaneous comedy and versatility made him not only a great comedian, but also a well-respected thespian in the Punjabi film industry. He appeared in over 70 Punjabi films and over a dozen Bollywood films.

  1. Ranbir Rana

In the year 2000, Rana Ranbir began his television career with Bhagwant Maan comedies such as Jugnu Mast Mast and Naughty No. 1 and serious TV productions such as Chitta Lahoo and Parchavain. Rana Ranbir also became the anchor of Zee Punjabi's roadshow, Excuse Me Please, and performed in a number of stage plays, including Khetan Da Putt. Ranbir is currently doing well in Punjabi films.

  1. Jaswinder Bhalla

Jaswinder Bhalla has a cult following for his unique acting style and ability to inject a sense of humour into every scene in which he appears. Jaswinder Bhalla began his career at the age of 15 when he was chosen for all India radio and went on to play comic roles in dramas and plays. His quick wit and extremely amusing taglines made him a huge hit with moviegoers. The best thing about this comedian is that he uses humour to convey social messages while also teaching the audience valuable lessons.

  1. Gurchet Chitarkar

In the year 2000, Rana Ranbir began his television career with Bhagwant Maan comedies such as Jugnu Mast Mast and Naughty No. 1 and serious TV productions such as Chitta Lahoo and Parchavain. Rana Ranbir also became the anchor of Zee Punjabi's roadshow, Excuse Me Please, and performed in a number of stage plays, including Khetan Da Putt. Ranbir is currently doing well in Punjabi films.

  1. Arya Babbar

Arya Babbar is a talented professional Punjabi and Indian actor who has appeared in Bollywood and Pollywood Punjabi films. He competed in the eighth season of Bigg Boss in 2014. His career was boosted by a film directed by Abbas Mastaan and starring the stunning Amrita Rao. Arya Babbar has also appeared in a number of comedy shows and events. His character in the film Matru Ki Bijli Ka Mandola was quite amusing, and Anushka was cast as the lead in this film.

  1. Jeeveshu Ahluwalia
    Jeeveshu Ahluwalia is a professional Indian standup comedian, writer, presenter, and actor who rose to prominence after winning the Radio Mirchi Comedy Ka King competition in 2014. Jeeveshu Ahluwalia has performed over 3000 shows in various genres and won the hearts of the audience by performing on various stages in colleges, auditoriums, and clubs. Despite the difficulties he faced before making his powerful debut, Jeevanshu has emerged as a spectacular Punjabi comedian who is still popular today.