Nish Kumar
Personal details
  • Official sites :

    http://www.nishkumar.co.uk/

  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1985-08-26
    • Born Place: Wandsworth, London, England, UK
  • Also Known As:

    Nishant Kumar

Nish Kumar

Nish Kumar, born Nishant Kumar in London in 1985, is a British stand-up comedian, television presenter, and podcaster known for his sharp, politically charged wit and intellectual humor. He is of Indian descent, and his work often explores themes of identity, multiculturalism, and contemporary British politics. He began his comedy career while studying at Durham University, where he performed as part of a double act called Gentlemen of Leisure.Kumar gained widespread recognition as the host of the BBC's satirical news show The Mash Report from 2017 to 2021, and its later version, Late Night Mash. He is also a regular on various panel shows and has appeared on programs like Taskmaster, Mock the Week, and QI. In addition to his television work, Kumar has a successful stand-up career, having been nominated for the prestigious Edinburgh Comedy Award twice. His recent tours and shows, such as "Nish, Don't Kill My Vibe," continue to address pressing issues like climate change and social inequality with his trademark style. He is also the co-host of the political podcast Pod Save the UK and has a role as "Tim Giggs" in the 2024 film And Mrs.

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