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Gaurav Gupta Roasts Pakistani Fan with Hanuman Chalisa Quip as Video Goes Viral

It has rekindled debate over strict bans on Pakistani performers and content following the Pahalgam terror attack.

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Comedian Gauav Gupta roasts a Pakistani man who came to watch his show in US.
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Overview

  • At a US-Canada tour show, Gupta invited a Pakistani attendee onstage to recite the Hanuman Chalisa before delivering a sharp joke referencing the Kashmir dispute.
  • The clip, shared on June 1 via Gupta’s Instagram, drew loud cheers from the crowd and has since attracted widespread attention online.
  • Fans praised the comedian’s quick wit and the visitor’s good humour, while critics argued the segment crossed a sensitive political line.
  • The exchange comes against a backdrop of Operation Sindoor, India’s military response to the Pahalgam attack that also sparked bans on Pakistani entertainers.
  • Discussions around the clip highlight how comedy can become a flashpoint in geopolitical tensions, even as fans seek shared experiences across borders.