Comedy: News

07 Nov 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan could return for 'Bhoothnath 3' as development begins

The beloved Bhoothnath franchise is said to be making a return with its third installment, Bhoothnath 3.

31 Oct 2024

Arshad Warsi

Arshad Warsi's most jokes in 'Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.' were improvised!

Arshad Warsi, who essayed the iconic character Circuit in the 2003 Hindi comedy-drama film Munna Bhai M.B.B.S, recently revealed that he improvised most of his jokes in the film.

'Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani' set for theatrical re-release—here's when

Jenny and Prem are returning to theaters with their Ajab Prem Kahani!

15 Oct 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

Jaya Bachchan to lead Vikas Bahl's comedy film 'Darwaza'

Veteran actor Jaya Bachchan is all set to return to the silver screen in a new avatar.

14 Oct 2024

Cancer

Atul Parchure, 'The Kapil Sharma Show' actor, dies at 57

Atul Parchure, a celebrated Marathi and Hindi actor famous for his roles in films and television shows, died at the age of 57 on Monday.

09 Oct 2024

Bhool Bhulaiyaa

'Bland, boring': 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' trailer disappoints fans

The much-awaited trailer of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, starring Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit, and Triptii Dimri, was released on Wednesday.

08 Oct 2024

Rakhi Sawant

Rakhi Sawant throws chair, storms off 'India's Got Latent' set

In a recent episode of comedian Samay Raina's popular show India's Got Latent, guest judge Rakhi Sawant made headlines with her dramatic exit.

04 Oct 2024

Instagram

Netflix ends 'That '90s Show' after two seasons

Netflix has decided not to continue with its comedy series That '90s Show, as reported by Deadline.

01 Oct 2024

Govinda

Krushna Abhishek to mimic uncle Govinda for the first time 

The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 2 kicked off on Netflix on September 21, and it's packed with a star-studded lineup featuring Kapil Sharma, Archana Puran Singh, Sunil Grover, Kiku Sharda, Rajiv Thakur, and Krushna Abhishek.

29 Sep 2024

Andy Samberg

'SNL 50': Maya Rudolph returns to Emmy-winning Kamala Harris role 

Saturday Night Live (SNL), the legendary NBC sketch comedy show, has rolled out its lineup of actors for the 2024 political season.

23 Sep 2024

Missouri

'Modern Family's Cam and Mitch almost had a spin-off

Actor Eric Stonestreet, who played Cameron Tucker on the hit ABC sitcom Modern Family, recently opened up about the network's decision to pass on a spin-off centered around his character and his on-screen husband Mitchell Pritchett (Jesse Tyler Ferguson).

16 Sep 2024

Chicago

Is 'The Bear' a comedy or drama? We answer

The 2024 Primetime Emmy Awards have sparked a debate over the genre of the popular FX on Hulu series, The Bear, yet again.

12 Sep 2024

Box Office

'Stree 2' is unstoppable; earns ₹536.6 crore by Day 28

Amar Kaushik's horror-comedy Stree 2 has been a box office sensation since its release, earning a whopping ₹536.6 crore in just 28 days.

11 Sep 2024

Rajkummar Rao

'Stree 2' continues to dominate; collects ₹534cr by Day 27

The horror-comedy Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, continues to perform well at the box office even in its fourth week.

09 Sep 2024

Canada

14 nominations later, Sandra Oh finally wins Emmy

Renowned TV actor Sandra Oh, celebrated for her roles in Grey's Anatomy and Killing Eve, has finally clinched her first Emmy Award.

03 Sep 2024

Amar Kaushik

'Stree 2's dream box office run: Nears ₹500cr in India

The horror-comedy film Stree 2, featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has continued its impressive run at the box office.

29 Aug 2024

Hollywood

'Seventy-Two': Comedian-presenter Steve Harvey's biopic in works

Hollywood comedian and television host Steve Harvey is collaborating with Objectively Good Media (OGM) for an authorized biopic titled Seventy-Two.

25 Aug 2024

Akshay Kumar

'Welcome 3' shelved? Announcement video removed from JioStudios's YouTube page

The future of the upcoming Bollywood film, Welcome 3, also known as Welcome to the Jungle, is currently uncertain.

21 Aug 2024

Amar Kaushik

'Stree 2' enters ₹250 crore club within 6 days

The highly-anticipated sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy hit Stree, titled Stree 2, has made a significant impact at the box office.

20 Aug 2024

Lifestyle

5 must-watch road trip movies after 'Cars'

After watching the animated adventure of Lightning McQueen in "Cars," you might be craving more heartwarming tales of journeys and discoveries.

01 Aug 2024

Joe Biden

Who's Maya Rudolph? Emmy-winner returning as Kamala Harris for 'SNL'

Emmy-winning actor Maya Rudolph is set to return as Kamala Harris in the 50th season of Saturday Night Live (SNL), premiering September 28.

Did you know these comedians are permanently 'banned' from Olympics

Australian comedian duo Andy Lee and Hamish Blake have been "permanently banned" from entering the Olympic Village!

22 Jul 2024

Instagram

Kusha Kapila says 'shockingly unkind' roast 'dehumanized' her 

Instagram influencer and actor Kusha Kapila has responded to the controversy surrounding her recent appearance on Aashish Solanki's Pretty Good Roast Show.

13 Jul 2024

Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar reveals most challenging film of his entire career

Actor Akshay Kumar, renowned for his diverse roles in comedy and action films, has declared the 2005 comedy classic Garam Masala as the most challenging film of his career.

02 Jul 2024

BBC

'Bridgerton' actor Charithra Chandran joins BBC's new animated sitcom

Charithra Chandran, recognized for her role in the popular series Bridgerton, has been cast in the upcoming BBC animated sitcom Nikhil & Jay.

23 Jun 2024

Kapil Sharma

'The Great Indian Kapil Show' returns 'soon': Sunil Grover

The popular Netflix sketch comedy talk show, The Great Indian Kapil Show, was recently renewed for a second season.

20 Jun 2024

Box Office

Box office: Sharvari-Abhay Verma's 'Munjya' surpasses ₹65 crore mark

The horror-comedy film Munjya, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and starring Abhay Verma, Mona Singh, and Sharvari, continues to reign supreme at the box office.

19 Jun 2024

Luv Ranjan

'Wild Wild Punjab' to premiere on Netflix on July 10

The highly anticipated comedy film, Wild Wild Punjab, is set to premiere on Netflix on July 10, 2024.

17 Jun 2024

Archana Puran Singh

Netflix announces second season of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show'

Netflix India has confirmed the renewal of its popular weekly comedy show, The Great Indian Kapil Show, for a second season.

16 Jun 2024

A Quiet Place

Is Hollywood listening? Lupita Nyong'o eager to star in rom-coms

Oscar-winning actor Lupita Nyong'o has publicly expressed her desire to star in a romantic comedy.

06 Jun 2024

Disney+

Rachel Sennott's HBO comedy pilot welcomes 4 new cast members

Rachel Sennott's upcoming HBO comedy pilot has bolstered its cast with four new additions, as reported by Variety.

06 Jun 2024

MTV

'Beavis and Butt-Head' revival secures third season on Comedy Central

The revived series of Beavis and Butt-Head has been greenlit for a third season, set to air on Comedy Central.

03 Jun 2024

Hollywood

'The Office' spin-off is titled 'The Paper,' confirms WGA website

The highly anticipated spin-off of the hit series The Office has reportedly been titled The Paper, reported Nexus Point News, referencing the Writers Guild of America website.

02 Jun 2024

Disney+ Hotstar

'You'll see lot more of me': Divyenndu teases upcoming projects

Divyenndu, last seen in the critically acclaimed Madgaon Express, is on a journey of reinventing himself.

01 Jun 2024

John Krasinski

Mindy Kaling is 'definitely' open to reprising Kelly Kapoor

Mindy Kaling, renowned for her role as Kelly Kapoor in The Office, has expressed openness to reprising her character.

18 May 2024

The Big Bang Theory

'Young Sheldon' finale hits four-year viewership high with 9M+ viewers

The series finale of CBS's long-running popular comedy, Young Sheldon, marked a significant milestone by recording its highest same-day viewership in four years.

15 May 2024

Steve Carell

Steve Carell returning for 'The Office' reboot? He says no

Steve Carell, widely recognized for his portrayal of Michael Scott in the popular sitcom The Office, has officially declined to participate in the forthcoming spinoff series.

14 May 2024

Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres confirms final Netflix stand-up special

Ellen DeGeneres, the acclaimed comedian and former talk show host, has announced her return to Netflix for a final stand-up special.

11 May 2024

OTT releases

ABC's 'Not Dead Yet' will not return for third season 

ABC has officially discontinued the comedy series Not Dead Yet after a two-season run.

09 May 2024

NBC

'The Office's new iteration will chronicle a Midwestern newspaper

The updated version of the popular, genre-defining sitcom The Office, has landed at Peacock, reported Variety.

08 May 2024

The Big Bang Theory

Why 'Young Sheldon's creator opted for 'Georgie & Mandy' spinoff

Steve Holland, Chuck Lorre, and Steven Molaro, the masterminds behind the hit TV series The Big Bang Theory and its spinoff Young Sheldon, have unveiled plans for a new spinoff titled Georgie and Mandy's First Marriage.

06 May 2024

Instagram

'We'll be cautious': Paritosh Tripathi responds to Karan Johar's critique

Karan Johar recently expressed his dissatisfaction with a mimicry act performed by comedian Kettan Singh on the comedy show Madness Machayenge: Duniya Ko Hasayenge.

06 May 2024

Abhishek Bachchan

Abhishek Bachchan joins Akshay-Riteish in Sajid Nadiadwala's 'Housefull 5'

Sajid Nadiadwala's Housefull 5 has further expanded its cast ensemble.

06 May 2024

Karan Johar

Mimicry row: Comedian Kettan Singh apologizes to filmmaker Karan Johar

Comedian Kettan Singh has issued an apology to filmmaker Karan Johar.

26 Apr 2024

Netflix

'The Great Indian Kapil Show' sees a drop in viewership

Comedy maestro Kapil Sharma recently shifted his base from Sony TV to Netflix, aiming for more reach and a larger audience outside India.

20 Apr 2024

NBC

'The Office' spinoff series finalizes its first cast members

It's time to go back to Dunder Mifflin, albeit with new characters this time.

05 Apr 2024

Saturday Night Live

Kristen Wiig joins Tom Hanks, others, in 'SNL's 5-Timers Club

Hollywood actor-comedian Kristen Wiig, known for her roles in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty and Wonder Woman 1984, among others, has achieved a remarkable feat.

01 Jan 2024

Hulu

Best comedy shows on Hulu for you to binge-watch

Embark on a laughter-filled journey with Hulu's outstanding collection of comedy shows.

27 Dec 2023

Malayalam Movies

'Malaikottai Vaaliban' poster: Comedian Danish Sait on debuting alongside Mohanlal

Danish Sait is a social media sensation for his quirky comic timing. The stand-up comedian turned Kanna actor is now set to make his debut in Malayalam movies.

26 Dec 2023

Celebrity

Who was Neel Nanda? Comedian who tragically died at 32

Los Angeles-based comedian Neel Nanda, known for his appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Comedy Central's Adam Devine's House Party, has tragically died aged 32.

25 Dec 2023

OTT releases

OTT: 'Ricky Gervais: Armageddon' is streaming now

Ricky Gervais, the mastermind behind the original British version of The Office and Extras, is back with his latest stand-up comedy special, Armageddon, and it is now streaming on the OTT giant Netflix.

22 Dec 2023

Akshay Kumar

'Welcome' to 'Housefull': Akshay Kumar's sensational work in comedy films

There are diametrically different versions of Akshay Kumar.

14 Dec 2023

Grammy Awards

Grammy Awards 2024: Trevor Noah returns as host 

Get ready for a night of music and excitement, as Trevor Noah is set to host the Grammy Awards 2024 for the fourth year in a row!

06 Dec 2023

Hulu

Best Hollywood comedy movies to watch on Hulu

Had a bad day at work? Prepare for a laughter-filled journey as we explore the best comedy movies on Hulu that offer a comedic repertoire catering to every sense of humor.

30 Nov 2023

Comedy Shows

Priyanka Chopra pens note to Vir Das on Emmy win

Indian actor-comedian Vir Das recently celebrated a major achievement, winning the International Emmy for Comedy for his show Vir Das: Landing.

22 Nov 2023

Netflix

Why is Matt Rife receiving flak on social media

Comedian Matt Rife is under fire for one of his jokes that didn't land well with the audience. In his first Netflix special, Rife went on to crack a joke over domestic violence that has irked a section of people on social media with many criticizing the comic.

22 Nov 2023

Emmy Awards

Emmy 2023: Vir Das returns to Mumbai, poses for photos

Indian stand-up comedian Vir Das scripted history by winning the International Emmy Award for Comedy for his Netflix special, Vir Das: Landing.

21 Nov 2023

Emmy Awards

International Emmy Awards 2023: Vir Das praises Shefali Shah-Jim Sarbh

Indian actor Jim Sarbh, who received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor at the 2023 International Emmy Awards for his work in the web series Rocket Boys, was defeated by British actor Martin Freeman.

29 Oct 2023

Hollywood

Michael Schur's birthday: Dissecting common denominators across his successful comedies

Hollywood actor, writer, producer, director, and creative tour-de-force Michael Schur is the brain behind some of the most iconic, rewatchable comedies: The Office, The Good Place, Parks and Recreation, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

28 Aug 2023

Hollywood

Best Jennifer Coolidge roles you must watch

With unparalleled comedic brilliance and unique energy, iconic Hollywood actor Jennifer Coolidge has cemented her place as one of the reigning queens of comedies over a career spanning decades.

25 Aug 2023

Hollywood

Top 5 Wes Anderson movies, according to IMDb

Every filmmaker has a specific and unique style of making films that makes it their niche, their identity. The unique features that make a film a Wes Anderson film are his color palette, aesthetics, precise framing, and absurd sense of humor.

24 Aug 2023

Hollywood

Rosamund Pike's best performances in Hollywood

Defying categorization, Rosamund Pike has a diverse filmography ranging from action thrillers to black comedy, a rare sight in Hollywood.

22 Aug 2023

Hollywood

Top 5 must-watch Hollywood movies for dog lovers

Irrespective of whether you're a dog lover or not, everyone loves to watch the cute wagging tails, wet noses, and bundles of joy take their rightful place on the screens.

21 Aug 2023

Hollywood

Liked 'A League of Their Own'? Watch these similar shows

Amazon Prime Video's A League of Their Own will not be renewed for a second and final season as a result of the ongoing strike in Hollywood, sources informed Variety recently.

18 Aug 2023

Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Andy Samberg's top performances beyond 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'

Hollywood actor Andy Samberg received love globally with his impeccable comedic timing, infectious energy, and effortless balance of slapstick humor in the Netflix comedy series Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

11 Aug 2023

OTT releases

Adam Sandler's #YouAreSoNotInvitedToMyBatMitzvah: Cast, summary, release date 

Adam Sandler is the go-to name for Hollywood comedies. The actor is gearing up for his next release titled You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah, a comedy-drama based on the 2005 novel of the same name.

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