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'Shogun' wins best drama, 'Hacks' bags award in comedy at Emmy Awards

'Baby Reindeer' won best-limited series, with acting and writing awards for Richard Gadd. 'The Bear' took 11 Emmys, including acting awards for Jeremy Allen White and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Key Points

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'Shogun' wins best drama, 'Hacks' bags award in comedy at Emmy Awards

'Baby Reindeer' won best-limited series, with acting and writing awards for Richard Gadd. 'The Bear' took 11 Emmys, including acting awards for Jeremy Allen White and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Key Points

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Brian Simpson's comedy debut: When and where to catch 'Live from the Mothership' | Complete schedule

Get ready for a hilarious comedy extravaganza as Brian Simpson takes the Netflix stage with ‘Live from the Mothership. This one-hour comedy special guarantees an unapologetic and laugh-out-loud journey through subjects spanning racism to in vitro fertilization, all presented with Simpson's distinctive comedic style. Key Points

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FX Entertainment renews Jeremy Allen White-starrer ‘The Bear’ for third season

“The Bear” was a surprise success for FX when it debuted on Hulu in 2022, receiving widespread acclaim. Season 1 of the show has garnered pending Emmy nominations in various categories, such as outstanding comedy series, lead comedy actor, supporting comedy actor and actress, and comedy writing and directing. Key Points

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Mommy issues?: Meet the unique new voice in stand-up, Zarna Garg

Her jokes are brutal, frank, questioning. Why are we like this, is her overarching theme. She toured with Tina Fey, and now has a special out on Amazon Prime. Key Points

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Shekhar Suman reveals he never wanted to do comedy: ‘Neither wanted to do Movers and Shakers nor Dekh Bhai Dekh’

Shekhar Suman revealed that if he had the option, he would not have ever done comedy on screen. He believes he could have planned his career better. Key Points

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Explained: How with films like Kanjoos Makkhichoos, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 & Hera Pheri 3, the genre of comedy is back-Entertainment News , Firstpost

We also have Kartik Aaryan's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 coming up on Diwali 2024. Welcome back, comedy. Wait, that's the name of a comedy film too. Key Points

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I Think You Should Leave With Tim Robinson Season 3 gets release date

On Friday, Netflix's official Twitter account revealed the highly anticipated release date of the third season of the well-liked sketch comedy show I Think You Should Leave With Tim Robinson. Fans can now mark their calendars and check out the premiere date. Key Points

Hindustan Times

Bonus content alert: My Teen Romantic comedy SNAFU Climax game comes with OVA

Fans of the popular light novel series, My Youth Romantic comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected, are in for a treat as MAGES. has released a second promotional video for the new original video anime (OVA) that will be bundled with Yahari Game Demo Ore no Seishun Love Come wa Machigatteiru. Kan Key Points

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Rajpal Yadav, Johnny Lever, Saurabh Shukla argue over who is the baap of comedy?

A new teaser for the Disney+ Hotstar show Pop Kaun finds comedy veterans Rajpal Yadav, Johnny Lever, Saurabh Shukla arguing over who is the father of comedy. Kunal Kemmu, Nupur Sanon, Chunky Panday and Jamie Lever are also part of the cast. | Web Series Key Points

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Hera Pheri 3 director Farhad Samji joins hands with Disney+ Hotstar for a comedy show

Pop Kaun is a web-series helmed by filmmaker Farhad Samji. The series promises to bring together the best in comedy for a riotous, entertaining watch. Key Points

The Indian Express

Vir Das shares his 'real moments with long captions' from Emmy Awards

Vir dropped his 'Ten of mine' moments on Instagram and wrote, "Fancy pics aside, It's about very real moments, so here's Ten of mine with long captions to hopefully make you feel what it was like to be there for the Emmy's. Solid cookie." Key Points

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Comedian Tom Smothers dies at 86

In a statement released on Wednesday, Dick Smothers, Tom's brother and the other half of the beloved comedy duo, expressed gratitude for a lifetime spent together both on and off stage for over 60 years. He described Tom not only as a cherished older brother but also as a unique and invaluable creative partner. Key Points

Economic Times

Kevin James Announces New Stand-Up Special Irregardless on Prime Video, Details Inside

American comedian and actor Kevin James is all set to debut with his own comedy show “Irregardless” on Amazon Prime Video. However, the date for streaming is not out yet. Key Points

Economic Times

'EXmas': See romantic comedy film’s cast, storyline, release date, streaming platform and more

Leighton Meester and Robbie Amell are set to star in the Amazon Freevee romantic comedy 'EXmas' from BuzzFeed Studios. It will be released on November 17. The cast also includes Michael Hitchcock, Kathryn Greenwood, Veronika Slowikowska and Steven Huy. Key Points

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Kunal Kemmu reunites with younger self in reimagined Zakhm scene. Watch

A new teaser for the Disney+ Hotstar show Pop Kaun finds comedy veteran Saurabh Shukla teasing actor Kunal Kemmu by recreating the iconic song Gali Mein Aj Chand Nikla. Rajpal Yadav, Johnny Lever and Chunky Panday also appear. | Web Series Key Points

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Golden Globes 2024 nominations: Barbie and Oppenheimer dominate. See full list

Awards season is about to begin in full form with the Golden Globe nominations. Check out which films made the maximum splash. | Hollywood Key Points

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Brett Goldstein's Second Best Night of Your Life tour 2023: Key dates, venues, ticket sales and all you ne

Brett Goldstein's Second Best Night of Your Life Tour promises an evening of laughter and entertainment as the beloved actor and comedian showcases his wit and humor. With a strong background in comedy and a successful transition into acting, Goldstein has undoubtedly become a multifaceted talent to watch out for. Fans can look forward to an unforgettable night as he takes the stage across North America, delivering his signature comedic brilliance. Key Points

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Golden Globes Movie Predictions: Who will win? Who won’t

The 81st Golden Globe Awards will air in India on January 8 at 6:30 am exclusively on Lionsgate Play. Barbie and Oppenheimer dominate the movie nominations. | Hollywood Key Points

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Jon Lovitz criticizes Kimmel, Meyers for politicizing late-night comedy

The 66-year-old who has been a comedian for over 40 years highlighted the polarization of late-night shows since the beginning of the Trump era."I don't like it. I don't like it," he began. Key Points

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'Dream Girl 2' Trailer: Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Panday's film promises to be a riot-Entertainment News , Firstpost

Ayushmann Khurrana expressed his excitement, saying, 'Dream Girl 2 has been a joyride from the beginning. The script is hilarious, and I'm elated to bring laughter and entertainment in the lives of our fans once again.' Key Points

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‘No Hard Feelings’ Box Office: Jennifer Lawrence-starrer movie makes $2.15 million in previews

‘No Hard Feelings is out in theaters now. Jennifer Lawrence-starrer film features an R-rated comedy storyline and has been directed by Gene Stupnitsky. Key Points

Economic Times

National award-winning actor Salim Kumar says ‘political correctness has affected humour in films’

Salim Kumar also said that there is a dearth of comedy roles in today's cinema. The actor, however, asserted that body shaming is a bad practice. Key Points

The Indian Express

Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Saurabh Shukla are looking for ‘comedy ka baap’; Chunky Pandey says ‘I am only Ananya’s dad’

Pop Kaun stars Johnny Lever, Saurabh Shukla, Rajpal Yadav, Kunal Kemmu among many others. Directed by Farhad Samji, the show will stream on Disney+ Hotstar. Key Points

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The Bear carries on: Season 3 with Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri confirmed

They will be back! The Bear has officially been approved for a third season and fans could not be happier. Get to know more details below. Key Points

Hindustan Times

Zakir Khan to Vir Das, Indian comedians who went International in 2023

From Zakir Khan to Vir Das, many Indian comedians reached global platforms in 2023. Here is a round-up. Key Points

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'No Good Deed': Here’s all you need to know about episode count, filming, cast, characters, storyline, str

Linda Cardellini reunites with Dead to Me creator Liz Feldman for Netflix's dark comedy No Good Deed. The series explores the conflict when three diverse families vie for the same 1920s Spanish-style villa in Los Feliz, exposing concealed truths. Key Points

Economic Times

‘No Hard Feelings’ OTT Release: Know where and when it will be available to stream

No Hard Feelings is one of the latest releases running in theatres now. It comes as a R-rated comedy directed by Gene Stupnitsky. Key Points

Economic Times

Pop Kaun? episode one review: Farhad Samji's new show barely manages to make you laugh-Entertainment News , Firstpost

The rest of the episodes of Pop Kaun? could be funnier or maybe just funny. The opening one wasn't. Key Points

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Kapil Sharma reveals he invited PM Narendra Modi on his show, recalls his response: ‘Abhi toh mere virodhi comedy kar rahe hain’

Kapil Sharma is known for his celebrity chat show The Kapil Sharma Show. He revealed in a new interview that he invited PM Narendra Modi to appear as a guest on the show. Key Points

The Indian Express

‘Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer’: Here’s what we know about upcoming comedy special’s release date, trailer,

Netflix's upcoming comedy special, Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer, set in Washington D.C.'s Lincoln Theater, features Morgan Freeman. The trailer, emphasizing dreams, is directed by Stan Lathan, Chappelle's frequent collaborator. Key Points

Economic Times

Anyone But You, the rom-com hit movie coming on digital : Read more

The romantic comedy superhit arresting the nation's imagination is going to arrive tomorrow on the digital platform. The financial success of the movie has been hugely astonishing, currently fetching around $189 million worldwide after earning $7.8 million this weekend globally. Key Points

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Supriya Pathak, Farah Khan, Kirti Kulhari’s Khichdi 2 Movie Review

Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukistan movie looks like it went on a wrong mission. The wild ride of the Parekh family failed to live up to the expectations. Key Points

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Five facts you need to know about Jo Koy, the Golden Globes 2024 host

Having made over 140 appearances as a roundtable guest on Chelsea Handler's Chelsea Lately, Koy has firmly established his presence in the comedy realm. In 2018, he earned the prestigious title of ‘Stand-Up Comedian of the Year at the Just For Laughs comedy Festival in Montreal, Canada. Key Points

Economic Times

Netflix's comedy Series 'No Good Deed': What is the series about? Here are the details

Netflix collaborates with Liz Feldman, the creator of Dead to Me, for her second comedic project on the streaming platform, titled No Good Deed. This upcoming series brings together a distinctive mix of comedy, suspense, and the supernatural, as it explores the endeavors of three distinct families vying for ownership of a 1920s Spanish-style villa. Key Points

Economic Times

Bad Newz director Anand Tiwari reacts to poor box office performance of Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri film

Bad Newz starred Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri and Ammy Virk. It was a comedy of errors and released in cinemas on July 16. It's now streaming on Prime Video. | Bollywood Key Points

Hindustan Times

Tom Segura Reveals 'Come Together' Worldwide comedy Tour for 2024; Check Dates

Famous comedian Tom Segura has revealed the first phase of his new global stand-up comedy tour “Tom Segura: Come Together.” According to the details revealed by the comedian, the tour will kick start on December 30, 2023, in Honolulu, Hawaii, and will conclude on June 15, 2024, in Bangor. Key Points

Economic Times