Paul Chowdhry

Tajpaul Singh Chowdhry, renowned as Paul Chowdhry, is a prominent English comedian of Indian heritage who embarked on his stand-up journey in 1998. He gained significant recognition as the host of Channel 4's comedy series Stand Up for the Week starting from its fifth season, after being a featured performer in the third and fourth seasons. In a notable achievement, Chowdhry became the first British comedian to grace the stage at the Caribbean Comedy Festival in Trinidad back in 2003.

His engaging presence has made him a familiar face on various panel shows, including 8 Out of 10 Cats, Comedy World Cup, and Sorry, I Didn't Know. Chowdhry has showcased his talent on Live at the Apollo on two occasions, in 2012 and 2015, solidifying his status in the comedy scene. In 2016, he participated as a contestant in the third series of the popular show Taskmaster, further showcasing his versatility.

In 2017, he made an appearance as a guest stand-up performer on The Russell Howard Hour, and in 2020, he ventured into acting with a role in the drama series Devils. Since 2021, he has been the host of The Paul Chowdhry PudCast, where he interviews fellow comedians. Known for his distinctive opening line, "what's happening white people?" Chowdhry continues to create laughter and connect with audiences through his unique comedic style.