A recent video featuring popular comedian Gaurav Gupta has taken social media by storm, where he humorously roasts a Pakistani audience member during one of his shows. The clip, originally posted on
Comedian Gupta’s official Instagram handle showcases his quick wit and bold humor, delivered amidst a politically sensitive backdrop.
The interaction comes on the heels of rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. In the video, Gaurav appears surprised upon discovering that a member of his audience hails from Pakistan. As the revelation spreads through the crowd, some members shout “Sindoor” — referencing the ongoing Indian military campaign, “Operation Sindoor.”
Trying to maintain order and set the tone, Gaurav asked the audience to stay composed before launching into a spirited exchange with the guest. With his signature satirical flair, he joked, “Chalo Hanuman Chalisa padho ab. Padho, padho!” (Come on, read the Hanuman Chalisa now!), drawing thunderous laughter from the audience due to the layered religious and political context.
The banter didn’t stop there. Gaurav quipped whether the guest understood his jokes, which often revolve around the Indian Baniya community. He added, “Do you guys have Baniyas over there too?”—to which the guest nodded in affirmation.
Delivering a sharp punchline alluding to the ongoing Kashmir conflict, Gaurav joked, “Toh tumhe samajh nahi aata? Nahi milega tumhe. Itne saalon se keh rahe hain—nahi milega, nahi milega… phir bhi aa jaate ho tum!” (You still don’t get it? You won’t get it. We’ve been saying it for years—‘you won’t get it,’ yet you keep coming back.) The crowd erupted in laughter at the layered political jibe.
While his jokes walked a fine line, Gaurav ended the interaction on a more gracious note. He acknowledged the presence of the Pakistani guest with a smile, saying, “Brother, you’ve got guts to be here.” With a cheeky grin, he added, “He thought artists were banned… turns out, the audience is still welcome!” — a tongue-in-cheek remark on the mutual entertainment bans recently imposed by both nations.
The viral moment stands out not only for its comedy but also for the way it navigates satire and political commentary, striking a chord with viewers on both sides of the divide.