Zakir Khan (comedian)

[2][3] He has released four hour-length standup specials: Haq Se Single (2017), Kaksha Gyarvi (2018), Tathastu (2022), and Mannpasand (2023) on Amazon Prime Video.

Khan was born and raised in Indore,[4] Madhya Pradesh to a Rajasthani Muslim family of classical musicians.

Khan is known for his punchline "Sakht Launda", a humorous reference to a man with strong self-control who resists romantic advances.

He also wrote "Apne Aap Ke Bhi Piche Khara Hoon Main", "Bus Ka Intezar Karte Huye".

In September 2017, Khan was one of the three mentors alongside Mallika Dua and Hussain Dalal for the fifth season of The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, judged by actor Akshay Kumar.

Apart from comedy, Khan created and hosts the podcast series Ummeed on Gaana, where he shares life-inspired stories alongside fellow comedians.