In episode 79 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Prakhar welcomes Rahul Dua, the stand-up comedian known for his sharp wit and relatable humor. In this candid and entertaining conversation, Rahul shares insights into his early life, the evolution of his comedy career, and the deeper emotions behind his jokes. From disDua, one of India's most promising comedy talents, has captivated audiences with his unique storytelling and observational humorfiltered take on life, laughter, and everything in between.
Rahul Dua is a popular Indian stand-up comedian known for his sharp wit, observational humor, and relatable storytelling. Rising to fame as a finalist on Comicstaan Season 1, he has since built a strong fan base with his live shows, YouTube specials, and social media content
Recording Date: 19th December 2024
This is what we talked about:
00:00 - Early Life Stories of Rahul Dua
11:20 - How boys discover S*x in School
17:54 - Why Men Can't Express Their Emotions
23:35 - How to Make a Relationship Work
26:32 - Why Peace of Mind Is Important for Creativity
28:23 - Divorce Is Escapism, Not a Solution
31:53 - Relatives are annoying
33:57 - Rahul Dua on India's Got Talent
40:03 - Unreleased Comedy Specials & the Creative Process
45:24 - Rahul Dua on Manik Mahana, Samay & Storytelling
49:48 - Rahul Dua on His Late Father & His Father's Sacrifices
1:09:47 - Family's Reaction to Rahul Dua's Comedy
1:11:05 - Physiotherapy Joke & Death Threat from a Physiotherapist
1:15:53 - World Chess Championship, COB & Cards
1:19:04 - Reacting to Reels & Instagram Comments
1:24:06 - Diljit Dosanjh's Philosophy & Mental Health
1:28:06 - Rahul's Question for Prakhar
1:29:08 - Monologue
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