Comedians born in Varanasi

One of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, Varanasi rises along the western bank of the Ganges in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Sacred to Hindus and known also as Kashi or Benares, it draws pilgrims to its riverside ghats, temples, and dawn rituals. As India's live comedy scene widens beyond the metros, this ancient city of learning and culture offers a distinctive backdrop for touring stand-up and open-mic gatherings.