It's About YOUth: Crafting a comedy career in Malaysia
The Malaysian comedy scene is both diverse and dynamic. Stand-up comedian Gajen Nad explores the current landscape of the industry, its strengths and the level of support for the local scene.
Fri Dec 08 2023
![When comedy does not fly and could possibly lead comedians to land into hot soup When comedy does not fly and could possibly lead comedians to land into hot soup](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/81686141291_TBJocelynChiajpg.jpg)
When comedy does not fly and could possibly lead comedians to land into hot soup
Everyone, including comedians, must respect the countries' laws and the respective communities' sensitivities. Rights must be safeguarded to protect and seek justice.
Thu Jul 06 2023
![PDRM to seek Interpol's help to locate Jocelyn Chia - IGP PDRM to seek Interpol's help to locate Jocelyn Chia - IGP](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/41686633043_JocelynChia.jpg)
PDRM to seek Interpol's help to locate Jocelyn Chia - IGP
Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani is seeking to find out the full identity and current whereabouts of the comedian.
Tue Jun 13 2023
![Jocelyn Chia's social media accounts disabled, Singaporeans find her jokes not funny Jocelyn Chia's social media accounts disabled, Singaporeans find her jokes not funny](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/81686141291_TBJocelynChiajpg.jpg)
Jocelyn Chia's social media accounts disabled, Singaporeans find her jokes not funny
The lawyer-turned-comedian's satire dwelled on the ill-fated Malaysian carrier MH370, as well as the state of developments in Malaysia.
Thu Jun 08 2023
![Singapore High Commissioner apologises to Malaysians over comedian's offensive joke Singapore High Commissioner apologises to Malaysians over comedian's offensive joke](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/51660753625_TBVANUGOPALA.jpg)
Singapore High Commissioner apologises to Malaysians over comedian's offensive joke
Vanu Gopala Menon said he is appalled by the "gratuitously offensive comments" on Malaysia made by stand-up performer Jocelyn Chia.
Thu Jun 08 2023
![Ali Puteh fails in appeal to set aside sister-in-law's suit Ali Puteh fails in appeal to set aside sister-in-law's suit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/81672208731_AliPuteh.jpg)
Ali Puteh fails in appeal to set aside sister-in-law's suit
Comedian Ali Puteh today failed in his appeal to set aside the decision of the Sessions Court regarding the RM60,000 in damages that must be paid to his sister-in-law.
Wed Dec 28 2022
![UK comedian shreds 10,000 pounds over David Beckham Qatar World Cup deal UK comedian shreds 10,000 pounds over David Beckham Qatar World Cup deal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/51663383084_DavidBeckham.jpg)
UK comedian shreds 10,000 pounds over David Beckham Qatar World Cup deal
Joe Lycett said last week he would donate the money to charity if Beckham agreed to cut ties with the World Cup host or he would shred the money before the tournament began.
Mon Nov 21 2022
![Comedian Jay Leno suffers burns in car fire in his LA garage Comedian Jay Leno suffers burns in car fire in his LA garage](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/41668483244_JayLeno.jpg)
Comedian Jay Leno suffers burns in car fire in his LA garage
The left side of the former 'The Tonight Show' host's face was burned, but Leno's eye and ear were not severely damaged.
Tue Nov 15 2022
![Chris Rock to be first comedian to perform live on Netflix Chris Rock to be first comedian to perform live on Netflix](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/71668149120_ChrisRock.jpg)
Chris Rock to be first comedian to perform live on Netflix
Rock, who was smacked in the face by actor Will Smith at the 2022 Oscars ceremony has said he will discuss his reaction in the live set.
Fri Nov 11 2022
![Comedian Jimmy Kimmel to return as Oscars host in 2023 Comedian Jimmy Kimmel to return as Oscars host in 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/61488170686_Oscars.jpg)
Comedian Jimmy Kimmel to return as Oscars host in 2023
Jimmy is the perfect host to help us recognize the incredible artists and films of our 95th Oscars, Academy CEO Bill Kramer said.
Tue Nov 08 2022
![Comedian Trevor Noah to leave 'The Daily Show' after seven years Comedian Trevor Noah to leave 'The Daily Show' after seven years](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/51664506002_trevor.jpg)
Comedian Trevor Noah to leave 'The Daily Show' after seven years
Noah took over in 2015 after the exit of Jon Stewart.
Fri Sep 30 2022
![Bob Lokman dies at 58 Bob Lokman dies at 58](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/41663917690_belasungkawa.jpg)
Bob Lokman dies at 58
Lyricist, actor and comedian Mohd Hakim Lokman, or better known as Bob Lokman, died at his residence in Kubang Kerian due to heart complications at 3 pm today. He was 58.
Fri Sep 23 2022
![Comedian Jon Stewart erupts after Republicans vote against military burn pits bill Comedian Jon Stewart erupts after Republicans vote against military burn pits bill](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/41659063723_JonStewart.jpg)
Comedian Jon Stewart erupts after Republicans vote against military burn pits bill
US Senate Republicans blocked a bill to provide healthcare for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving abroad.
Fri Jul 29 2022
![Bill Cosby accuser's lawyer asks jury to 'hold him accountable' Bill Cosby accuser's lawyer asks jury to 'hold him accountable'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-06/71497666165_ActorandcomedianB.jpg)
Bill Cosby accuser's lawyer asks jury to 'hold him accountable'
Cosby's attorney tells jurors they should not believe Judy Huth's claim that the comedian sexually assaulted her at the Playboy Mansion.
Thu Jun 16 2022
![Veteran comedian Hamid Gurkha laid to rest Veteran comedian Hamid Gurkha laid to rest](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/61655221187_TBhamidgurkha.jpg)
Veteran comedian Hamid Gurkha laid to rest
Veteran comedian Hamid Gurkha was laid to rest at the Masjid Kota Raja Muslim cemetery in Kampung Jawa after Isyak prayers tonight.
Tue Jun 14 2022