Raunaq Rajani is a stand-up comedian who was one of the finalist of Amazon Prime Video’s Comicstaan Season 2. He has over 5 million views on his stand-up videos and is also the Host of YouTube’s ‘RelationShit Advice’. In this episode, Raunaq gives us insights into the comedy industry. He shares his journey, from studying mass media to performing for the first time on stage in school to finally being a part of the Stand-up comedy competition TV series, Comicstaan Season 2. Pujarini chats with him about everything from how jokes can be offensive, to dealing with controversies and converting your side hustle as a stand-up comic to a full time career. Definitely don’t miss out on the special segment - ‘All things Candid Hack 101’ where Raunaq advices on how to deal with an awkward situation when the joke doesn’t land in front of an audience.

• 03.13 What did you study and how did that lead you to become the Jr. Fashion and Features Editor at Grazia today?
• 05.50 The first gig you performed live?
• 10.18 The journey the led to being a part of Comicstaan Season 2.
• 16.01 How do you come up with material?
• 20.49 As a comedian, there are times when jokes can be offensive. How can one protect themselves from such situations?
• 24.30 How to deal with a controversy?
• 26.56 In your opinion, how do you think an aspiring comedian can monetise their stand up career?
• 32.38 ALL THINGS CANDID HACK 101

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