In a country where comedy was long synonymous with urban clubs and elite punchlines, the digital revolution has ushered in a refreshing, raw, and rural brand of humour. From Telangana’s dusty courtyards to Bihar’s backlanes, these comedians are not just cracking jokes—they’re redefining who gets to be heard, and what it means to be funny in India today.
Over the past decade, short-form video platforms like YouTube and Instagram have helped level the playing field, allowing regional content creators to bypass traditional gatekeepers and find massive audiences. These comics bring with them the rhythms, dialects, and cultural quirks of rural India—turning mundane village life into comedy gold.
Here are seven rural creators whose content is rooted in desi soil but whose punchlines travel nationwide.
Amit Bhadana – 24.5M followers – YouTube
Link: Amit Bhadana Channel
Born in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, Amit Bhadana’s rise to fame is the story of a small-town boy with big-time relatability. His sketches celebrate friendship, family values, and the common man’s wit, delivered in a distinctly rural North Indian style. From dialect to delivery, Amit’s content mirrors the humour of hinterland India.
Nitin Jani aka Khajur Bhai – 6.4M followers – Instagram
Link: Khajur Bhai on Instagram
Nitin Jani brings rural Gujarat to mobile screens with his comic alter ego “Khajur Bhai.” Whether he’s poking fun at village rituals, capturing local gossip, or acting out Gujarati superstitions, his videos reflect a deep familiarity with village customs,making him a favourite from Bardoli to Bhavnagar.
Vijay Kumar – 3.4M followers – Instagram
Link: Vijay Kumar on Instagram
Vijay’s comedic sketches revolve around simple, rural characters and everyday village scenarios. His storytelling brings the colours and simplicity of rural India to digital screens, highlighting local dialects and cultural nuances.
Gangavva – 3.1M followers – YouTube
Link: My Village Show
Once a farm labourer in Lambadipally, Telangana, Gangavva shot to fame by starring in simple, slice-of-life videos about village chores, gossip, and traditions. Her unfiltered language, lived wisdom, and infectious laugh have turned her into a true rural internet icon.
Shyam Rangeela – 1M followers – YouTube
Link: Shyam Rangeela Channel
Hailing from Rajasthan’s Sri Ganganagar, Shyam uses mimicry and satire to comment on politics with the innocence and bluntness of a village youth. His humour reflects both the aspirations and frustrations of rural India, offering punchlines that not only sting but also stick.
Nitish Kumar Rai – 717K followers – Instagram
Link: Nitish Kumar Rai on Instagram
A sharp satirist from Bihar, Nitish’s humour is loud, local, and unapologetically village-first. He plays characters that are instantly recognisable to anyone from a small town—boisterous, stubborn, and bluntly hilarious. His content serves as a reminder that rural realism is often funnier than fiction.
Shubham Singh – 475K followers – Instagram
Link: Shubham Singh on Instagram
Through short videos about family feuds, nosy aunties, and wedding chaos, Shubham paints an affectionate portrait of rural Bihar. His skits explore generational gaps, gender norms, and daily village absurdities—all with a smile and a desi punchline.
In the lead image on top, comedian Amit Bhadana performs a skit for his audience. (Photo from https://www.instagram.com/theamitbhadana/ )
Samarth Gupta is a curious learner and student writer who enjoys exploring ideas and perspectives through storytelling.
