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Shashi Tharoor’s debut as a stand-up comic is a sight to behold.
After watching and re-watching Dr. Tharoor’s performance, one thing I am sure of is that he can make a fine living as a stand-up comic! His writing is artful, and delivery poised. Out of all the episodes, his is the only one to look forward to.
Amazon’s latest production throws open to the stage to not just celebrities but politicians. Each celebrity guest prepares their act with help of some renowned Indian comic, who also doubles as their mentor. The episodes have been hosted by Sapan Verma, who has a limited but acceptable skill set as an interviewer. While there’s little to tingle the funny bones in acts put by star guests, the show is still entertaining, owing to the acts put... |