Quick Facts
- Full Name: Zakir Khan
- Born: 20 August 1987 (age 37), Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Education: Attended St. Paul’s Higher Secondary School; briefly pursued B.Com before dropping out; earned a diploma in sitar
- Family: Comes from a Rajasthani Muslim family; grandson of sarangi maestro Ustad Moinuddin Khan; father Ismail Khan (music teacher), mother Kulsum Khan (homemaker); brothers Zeeshan Khan and Arbaz Khan
Career Journey
- Moved to Delhi for a radio internship and worked as a content writer
- Gained early attention after winning Comedy Central’s “India’s Best Stand Up” in 2012
- Rose to fame with his signature persona “Sakht Launda” — a tough guy with emotional depth
Shows & Specials
- Stand-Up Specials on Amazon Prime:
- Haq Se Single (2017)
- Kaksha Gyarvi (2018)
- Tathastu (2022)
- Mannpasand (2023)
- Delulu Express (2025)
- Web Series:
- Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare – Seasons 1 to 3, where he plays the lead role and is the creator
- TV & Streaming Appearances:
- Mentor on The Great Indian Laughter Challenge (2017)
- Judge on Comicstaan Season 2 and 3
- Guest on One Mic Stand, cameo in Dhindora
- Host of Aapka Apna Zakir (Sony TV, 2024) and Farzi Mushaira (Amazon MiniTV)
YouTube Channel
- Channel Name: Zakir Khan
- Started: June 2011
- Subscribers: Over 8.2 million
- Total Views: Over 869 million
- Videos: Over 220 uploads
- Estimated Monthly Earnings: ₹5–15 lakh (approx., varies)
Popular uploads include clips from stand-up sets, poetic performances, and vlogs from his tours and personal reflections.
Style & Influence
- Known for blending storytelling, humor, and heart
- Frequently touches on topics like middle-class life, friendships, relationships, heartbreak, and masculinity in Indian society
- Often includes Urdu poetry and philosophical reflections in his work
- Also hosts the motivational and poetic podcast “Ummeed”
Live Shows & Tours
- Has performed across India and abroad — including major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, London, Dubai, Riyadh, and New York
- Recently performed in cities like Ranchi, Seattle, and Singapore
Summary
Zakir Khan is a self-made icon in India’s comedy scene. From a small-town boy in Indore to one of the most beloved comics and poets in the country, his work resonates for its honesty, relatability, and emotion. Whether through a stand-up special, web series, or heartfelt YouTube video, Zakir connects with millions who see themselves in his stories.
fficial Instagram handle for Zakir Khan:
📸 Instagram: @zakirkhan_208
