Desi Comedy Fest - Hollywood - Fri Nov 6

Big Laughs. Diverse Voices. Hilarious Perspectives!

Get ready, Los Angeles! Desi Comedy Fest, America's largest South Asian comedy festival, is bringing some of the funniest South Asian comedians to the legendary Hollywood Improv on Friday, November 6, with 2 shows at 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM!

Experience an unforgettable night of stand-up comedy featuring hilarious perspectives on family, relationships, culture, identity, growing up Desi, and navigating life in America.

Founded in 2014, Desi Comedy Fest has entertained audiences across the country, showcasing talented comedians from diverse South Asian backgrounds. After successful shows in New York, Boston, Washington DC, Chicago, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Texas, the festival is wrapping up its 2026 nationwide tour in Southern California!

Whether you're South Asian, have South Asian friends, or simply love great stand-up comedy, this show is for you!

?? 7:30 PM SHOW – MEET THE COMEDIANS

KIRAN DEOL (Sunnyside, How to Get Away with Murder)

Kiran Deol is an actress, filmmaker, and stand-up comedian whose sharp wit and unique storytelling have earned her recognition in television and comedy. Her humor blends cultural observations, personal experiences, and hilarious insights into modern life.

FERAZ OZEL (Stand-Up Comedian & Actor)

Feraz Ozel brings a hilarious perspective on growing up Muslim in America, relationships, and cultural expectations. His energetic delivery and clever observations have made him a favorite at comedy clubs nationwide.

ZAHRA ALI (The Comedy Store, Roast Battle)

Zahra Ali is a comedian, writer, and actress who performs stand-up around the world. Featured in Best of Roast Battle at the world-famous Comedy Store, Zahra brings fearless humor and sharp observations to the stage.

SHILPA DAS (Stand-Up Comedian)

Shilpa Das brings her distinctive voice and fresh perspective to the stage, finding humor in cultural expectations, relationships, and the everyday experiences that connect us all.

SAMSON KOLETKAR (Mahatma Moses, The Indian Seinfeld)

Born in Mumbai and now based in San Francisco, Samson Koletkar is the world's only Indian Jewish stand-up comedian, performing internationally under the name Mahatma Moses. Dubbed "The Indian Seinfeld" by The Indian Express, Samson's comedy combines cerebral humor, clever wordplay, and hilarious observations about marriage, parenting, religion, and cultural identity.

ABHAY NADKARNI (Just For Laughs, Amazon Prime Video)

A Hindu third-culture kid who grew up between Delhi, Doha, and Bangalore, Abhay Nadkarni brings a global perspective to his comedy. Selected as a Just For Laughs New Face, Abhay's comedy special Brown Jesus streams on Amazon Prime Video. His humor explores identity, cultural contradictions, and the universal absurdities of human behavior.

?? 9:30 PM SHOW – MEET THE COMEDIANS

PARDIS PARKER (Comedy Central, TED Talks)

Pardis Parker is an award-winning comedian, writer, actor, and filmmaker. Creator of Comedy Central's Mideast Minute and a frequent guest on @midnight, Pardis has also delivered 2 TED Talks. His comedy combines clever observations, expressive storytelling, and a hilarious perspective on culture and everyday life.

ZAHID DEWJI (Whitney Cummings, Mo Amer)

Zahid Dewji is a nationally touring comedian who has performed alongside Whitney Cummings, Noel Miller, Mark Normand, and Mo Amer. A veteran of numerous comedy festivals, Zahid delivers sharp, unpredictable humor and hilarious observations about life's absurdities.

ALIYA KANANI (International Stand-Up Comedian)

Aliya Kanani is a comedian who brings a multicultural perspective to her performances. Her comedy explores identity, relationships, and the hilarious contradictions of navigating different cultures.

DJ SANDHU (Edinburgh Fringe Festival)

DJ Sandhu brings his distinctive comedic voice and energetic stage presence to audiences across the country and internationally. Having performed at the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival, DJ delivers hilarious observations about culture, relationships, and life's unexpected twists.

SAMSON KOLETKAR (Mahatma Moses, The Indian Seinfeld)

Samson Koletkar combines his Indian heritage, Jewish upbringing, and American experiences into cerebral, witty, and refreshingly clean stand-up comedy.

ABHAY NADKARNI (Just For Laughs, Amazon Prime Video)

Desi Comedy Fest co-founder Abhay Nadkarni brings his international perspective and hilarious cultural observations to the stage, with credits including Just For Laughs and his comedy special Brown Jesus.

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Friday, November 6, 2026

Showtimes: 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM

Venue: Hollywood Improv – The Lab

Address: 8162 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046

Tickets: Starting at $25

Age Restriction: 21+

Special Offer: Use promo code DCFSOCAL for 20% OFF tickets!

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All performances are in English. You don't need to be Desi to get the jokes!

Founded by comedians Samson Koletkar and Abhay Nadkarni, Desi Comedy Fest celebrates the diversity of South Asian comedy, bringing together talented performers and audiences from all backgrounds.

2 shows. 2 different lineups. 12 comedy performances. 1 unforgettable night!

Don't miss this incredible celebration of South Asian comedy in the heart of Hollywood!