Paul Chowdhry
City Winery NYC Presents Paul Chowdhry on November 9th at 7:00 PM!
Paul Chowdhry is an acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, and writer, celebrated for his wit and versatility. Renowned as the most successful British Indian stand-up comedian in history, Paul’s career is marked by numerous accolades and groundbreaking achievements.
In a remarkable feat, Paul completed his highly acclaimed Family-Friendly Comedian nationwide UK tour from 2021 to 2023, which saw three extensions due to overwhelming demand. This tour garnered widespread praise, culminating in a sold-out run at the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2023, where it earned rave reviews and ratings ranging from 4 to 5 stars.
In August 2019, Paul’s record-breaking stand-up tour show, “Live Innit,” captivated audiences worldwide as an Amazon Prime original special, reaching viewers in over 200 countries. This followed the monumental success of his “Live Innit” tour, which boasted two nationwide extensions, including sold-out performances at iconic venues like Hammersmith Apollo and Wembley Arena. Notably, Paul became the first British Asian stand-up comedian to sell out the 10,000-seat Wembley Arena, with approximately 100,000 seats sold across his tour. His unforgettable performance at Wembley Arena was voted one of the venue’s top ten shows of 2017 by the public.
Paul’s talent has earned him prestigious awards, including “Best Live Event” at the ITV Asian Media Awards, “Comedian of the Year” at the Asian Voice Awards, and the esteemed “Eastern Eye Comedian of the Year” award. Described by The Eastern Eye as “the greatest British Asian comedian of all time,” Paul’s impact on the comedy scene is undeniable.
Beyond stand-up, Paul shines as an actor, notably starring alongside Patrick Dempsey in the acclaimed international TV series “Devils,” produced by Sky Italia. His television presence includes hosting duties on “Stand Up for the Week” (Channel 4), headlining performances on “Live at the Apollo” (BBC One/Two), and a memorable stint as a contestant on the third series of the multi-award-nominated hit show “Taskmaster” (Dave/Channel 4).
Paul’s influence extends online, where he maintains a vibrant social media presence, with his videos amassing millions of views. With his boundless talent and undeniable charisma, Paul Chowdhry continues to captivate audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the world of comedy.
Chowdhry’s iconic delivery and equal-opportunity observational comedy find him mocking almost every ethnic group, without resorting to tired cliché
