Munawar Faruqui | Beyond The Laughs with Punit Pania

In a disarmingly honest conversation, Munawar Faruqui shares never before heard stories of his journey in stand-up, his struggles in life and how he believes art can win over hate.
If you haven't checked out his work yet, see him killing it on KZbin: / munawar0018 and Insta: munawar.faruqui
Link to my upcoming online shows: linktr.ee/PUNITPANIA
Time stamps:
Beginning to 5:50 - First Open Mic win
5:50 to 22:00 - First video
14:50 to 17:50 - Reality show
22:00 to 33:57 - Shows after first video and lockdown
33:57 to 43:13 - Rap music
43:13 to 59:25 - Online hate and polarization
59:25 to 01:07:00 - Faith, content and differentiation
01:07:00 to 01:09:00 - Future plans
01:09:00 to 01:13:20 - Live shows and Zoom shows
01:13:20 to 01:16:20 - Gujarati stand-up
01:16:20 to end - Space for dissent in India and shout-outs
CREDITS
Video and Sound Recording: BlooperHouse Studios
( blooperhousestudios?)
Edit: Aseem Mathur, Neona Films (neonafilms.com/)
Artwork: Viditi Kukreja ( vinabyviditi)
Venue: Topcat Retired Comedy Club, Kolkata ( topcatretiredcomedyclub)
#MunawarFaruqui #Comedy #StandupComedy

[@PunitPania]

Thank you for watching. This series is production heavy. I do it only because I love it and shoot only with people whose journey I know closely. Do share, subscribe and check out my upcoming online shows: linkfly.to/30125WQ3m23

[@atikbagban5659]

Really supperb interview bahot kuch janne ko mila hai ki ek comedian kese banta hai and kina suffer karna padhta he .. ❤️🙏 supperb yrr

[@apoemfrommydiary3541]

That's another great interview.

[@ruslanpathan530]

Awesome 🔥🔥🔥

[@ravichandraingole4991]

Thank you Punit bhai...❤️ Suggestion: Tag Munnawar's channel instead of text of name so that it goes in feed of recommendations.

[@anonymalwriter8028]

सिर्फ वक्त के साथ चलने आए तो है नहीं, पर वक्त के खिलाफ जाके जाएंगे कहां, और अगर वक्त को समझने में ही रह गए, तो किस्मत के साथ आगे जाओगे कहां। #_anonymal

[@munawar0018]

Thank you very much punit bhai for inviting me for this beautiful series of yours🙏 Rab rakha❤️

[@asifism4743]

Munawar bhai ❤

[@arpit277779]

Can you paste a link of Munawar’s first video with Karan. I cannot find anywhere

[@devanshi19_3]

Worth watching this Changed my point of view about a lot of things Thanks for inspiring me ♥

[@bxredits9206]

Munawar Bhai finally ab sab inspiration lege ye video se😍

[@rakibulmahmud3253]

Itni taqleef hai toh chala ja😂😂Maast

[@chauhanabhay8099]

Bhai pe puri movie ban sakati he,what a story and what a guy,love you munawar bhai😊😊😊

[@bijeshkumavat5786]

He is so honest...pure soul!...he is human... no show off...no exaggeration

[@gajendar8503]

Kaun bey naam mention kar saaale

[@priyanshutiwari3102]

@@gajendar8503 zakir khan ki baat kar rha hai saale

[@farahansari7884]

Yeah true he is pure soul @munawarfaruqi

[@anjalidande1519]

Accurately spoken !! Hat's off to both Punit and Munawar, the way they have carried out this session and kept talking upfront.

[@RiddheshKhathuria]

I knew Munawar is great person, very humble and good human, but i didn't imagined the struggle and survival from which he was or is going through and from where he is coming where he has landed. Thank you punit sir for taking Munawar's interview. This made my emotional connection with him more strong. Love him always ❤️ he is gem of person and artist❤️

[@farahansari7884]

Behind Every successful person there is always a tough struggle.. no one tastes success just like that.. or munawar ko to bohat rokne wale hain bcs of his name 🤨

[@sayyedmohammad7824]

Now you have won the biggest reality show of India 🇮🇳 on OTT... ❤️❤️❤️

[@mithileshsingh6434]

Congratulations bhai

[@syedtalib75]

Here after Lockupp... What an amazing Journey...

[@deepaoberoi6061]

Artists give voice to public opinion👍

[@mohammadrashidkhan5383]

exactly

[@irshadali4332]

Sorted Hai banda !!

[@manujohn99]

But public opinion is also voice so what's the point of having artist?

[@Arif-eb4cd]

I never thought that I ll watch an movie length interview...

[@arhanmewal]

True

[@rmizraja4770]

Same here bro.

[@uttamtamboli8728]

Honestly, I didn't expect this conversation to be so intellectual and comic at the same time. I agree that there were less technicalities in terms of psychology or philosophy, but the vibes and art of story telling pulled such an amazing experience with numerous learnings @punitpunia

[@BhanuPratapSingh-xg2mm]

I used to think munawar was literally wrong. But this video changed my opinion after hearing his experience and story. Very nice guy ❤️

[@Arshsnaz]

Same yaar bro 🥲😅🥺

[@ranjotrakkar6663]

​@@Arshsnaz mujhe pehle dekhne pe apka naam laga aba kadar 😂

[@Arshsnaz]

@@ranjotrakkar6663 Areee 😂😆 Only Munawar ki Janta knows well 🤘

[@ranjotrakkar6663]

@@Arshsnaz yooo 👆🤓 Munawar toh Jann hai ❣️

[@luxooutfits6713]

Tbh munawwar vibes so perfectly ! Banda fake nhi lagta

[@Learnandgrow_205]

His so innocent re ❤i love him 😘

[@sushil974122]

Two genuine artists discussing ... One of the best thing on internet today. Thank you Punit pania and Munawar Bhai

[@mithileshsingh6434]

True

[@mohitmitharwal5847]

The quotes by munawar loved them. Ghoda dikhta Kaisa hai sb jante hai , but bnana painter ko hi Aata hai!!

[@financified2703]

The thing is ..this boy has done his engineering very seriously . He knew what to speak and how to engineer the minds of hopeless youth . He knew how will I attract audience . And that's also in a very unique way . He is intelligent, very clever, pure heart , he came to bring a change ..and he will definitely do it. And being a gujju he is very dedicated towards his work , he will do any hardwork do maintain this . I am proud that I found this guy and started following him . This guy is purely blessed!!

[@teamofmultitalents]

Gujju Dedicated Work these 3 words were worst in this entire comment One do not generalize any community Second it's gujjus in top position not dedicated to their work cause so much problems in present india

[@financified2703]

@@teamofmultitalents work in the sense , their businesses , from which they earned money for their living , if you ever been in Gujarat , u will not find any single person talking about passing time in other thing than business , yes the top position in power is gujju ,but if you see him closely ,he has done Well for his living , entire country's living is not a business for him so we are suffering

[@mdamirhamza8179]

Indeed

[@neelshah2855]

@@teamofmultitalents aake dekh kabhi Gujarat mai bhai Yaha log kitni mehnat,lagan aur sacchai se apna kaam krte hai..

[@kiranmeena7064]

Bss iss layak jaldi bn jau ki munawar ko live dekhu yrr...😍 sachii tum bhut ache ho yrrr💓

[@swapnillikhdhari3624]

HE SPEAKS DIRECTLY FROM HIS HEART ...

[@swapnillikhdhari3624]

Nothing in between ..

[@thesujithkumar_]

What a feel good conversation! Man Munawar you are so pure!

[@user-pk8ze9ti1u]

I don’t usually watch such long interviews...but this was too good to stop watching

[@sajidshah6297]

I didn't even realise that the video is 1hr 22 min long Enjoyed a lot 🤪 Thanks to punit pania and munawar farooqi for entertaining us😊 Thanks a lot from deep of my heart ❤️

[@shivangisaraswat3838]

I feel privileged to be a part of munawar's chotu si family ...by following him from his beginning of comedy ❤️❤️

[@vinayvardhansingh8938]

🔥🔥

[@yogeshtiwari8435]

Are u serious?( I know ki ab aapka kaisa reply aanewala hai and may be wo padh ke meri himmat bhi na pade aapko samjhane ke liye) Waise aap ek insaan ko kis tarah parakhte ho?

[@beluga2841]

@@yogeshtiwari8435 aap yahi comment karne ke liye vedio pe aaye?

[@unfiltredwithayaan5201]

bache log bacho ki tarah soch

[@HimanshuSingh-cj2mb]

Munawar ki janta

[@Aleeazlaan]

Punit is a class altogether 🙏 supporting talented kids like Munawar

[@thewanderer9603]

How a person will not fall in love with this man❤❤ . He is a star❤❤❤❤❤ .

[@nitishamehta9337]

So true

[@ravneetkaur2290]

Right❤

[@FaizanKhan-bh4sh]

👍😊👌

[@akc21adt]

Bask chake nahi hai hum log

[@ikraa3144]

❤️❤️❤️💜💜

[@inspoilers]

"Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." ... For Munawar Faruqui ❤️

[@aakashkedia22]

Yaar ye bande ka real struggle hai unlike others who were much more privileged! Great one Punit Sir!

[@SachinTube_]

Haan, you're right. Kaafi working claas waali background hai, most comics are upper middle class

[@aakashkedia22]

@@SachinTube_ yes exactly, upper middle class/rich hai baaki sab

[@zaidshaikh7915]

@@aakashkedia22 zakir and bassi arent i think

[@raazchoudhary6743]

Sir main toh is bande ka diwana ho gaya

[@arsee9993]

Guys, I swear maine kabhi itna der kisi ko nahi suna except motivational speakers. But Munawar ko sunn ke aisa laga ye meri kahani hai. Career different hai but kahani relatable hai. Such a amazing and inspiring journey. Thank you Punit for the amazing video.

[@kiranmeena7064]

Internate gate wali bat lockupp me bhi ki thi munawar ne.. Love it❤

[@kiranmeena7064]

Aisa lgta h ki bss ye bnda boltaa rhe aur mai suntiii rhuuu... Haye m pagal na ho hau... Yrr kitna acha h yee💕

[@nikhiljha108]

Your self belief is commendable Munawar. Kudos to your family ❤️.

[@mariyamkhannnn]

I don't usually watch this much long interview but I watched this one without even skip and without getting bored❤ More power to you munawwar🦋🔥

[@nikitabali5854]

Same ❤️❤️

[@DrSniper99]

Simps

[@BilalAhmad-rf1lv]

Same here even I haven't watched his last two videos but this one without any any interruption.

[@qamarahmed7302]

Me too

[@huzaifalakkadshah1285]

After seeing this video I realised that even though he was famous last year still he was struggling with financial issues... We start admiring / judging popular people's life when in actual their life is more complicated then we can imagine... Also both the comedians have onething in common they speak their heart out... Mast lagta.... Big fan n Kudos to both of u... U r future of sensible comedy in india.

[@sumitarani3174]

Munawar you are right about your audience/subscribers that they understand you, will support you, and wait for your videos and shows patiently. Lots of Love from Raipur Chhattisgarh.

[@kunalbanjare4433]

I'm too from raipur chhattisgarh and we love you munawwar

[@anumnaushad3926]

Come soon to Raipur Chhattisgarh Lot's of love munawar Faruqi

[@qafhsanahk]

I am watching this at 3:37 AM in the morning and I can there is nothing motivating than story of Munawwar. I was your follower... Now I am Fan.

[@ashfakkhan5236]

Same name bhai😂😂❤

[@priyanshutiwari3102]

K and q 😂

[@ayeshafatima1690]

Wisdom with humour, great combination! I guess, we can listen to Munawwar talking for hours without getting bored. What a guy ! 🙌

[@mustafashoeb8010]

Enjoyed hearing Munawar speak. He is no doubt a sensitive soul who has the courage to speak his mind especially political satire. Thanks to Punit for bringing such video gems.

[@jpshashi27]

One of the Best, Honest, and an Innocent interview ever seen. Such a simple way of looking at life. As an artist bahut seekhne mila. Thank you.🙏🏽

[@Wolverine-fd5ry]

Munawar sense of humour and his sarcastic jokes makes him famous.

[@anaprildata8018]

Pure 1:22:17 tak Dekha....Maza Aa Gaya...Bahut Jyada chizen Sikhne ko Mila , Aise Podcast Bhi Aate Rahe to Log Khub dekhenge

[@riteshgurav]

Usne mira road ko adress kiya tha bata sakta hai kaha usne bola time stamp de dena bro 👍🏻

[@samimmusa5671]

Main Munnawar faruqui ko janti Nahi thi lock upp me ane ke bad Maine Munnawar ko follow Kiya I live abroad I wish and pray that Munnawar win lock upp he is playing very good

[@asimshaikh8177]

LockUpp show ke bad ham munauwar bhai ko jan ne lage thank u Punit bhai aap ke waza se ham ko aur jan ne ka moka mila king munauwar bhai

[@kiranmeena7064]

Dream project.... Sone ka pahla jangal... Lohe k jangal lockupp se milaa bhai ko🙏❤

[@hiteshyewale6493]

How smartly munawar put up his opinions, really impresses by his thought process and yes art should be free from keechad...!

[@Buzzalu]

Punit Pania enjoying the talk, that's something Munawwar should be proud of. 😂

[@akashhiwrale5750]

Yeah that's really something great. 🤩

[@Rumiesque]

But whys he fake laughing?

[@sonuqureshi7371]

How decent is he, such a genuine person. Respect you brother.

[@shivanichoudhary1146]

Bhai phir se bulao ab Bada star ban gya h 💪🏻😘❤️ #munawar

[@faheelairshad4317]

This is not "an" Interview this is "the" interview 🖤

[@FaizanKhan-bh4sh]

😊👍

[@DrSniper99]

Ye bachhiyan Munawwar k piche har jgh pohoch jati hain

[@faheelairshad4317]

@@DrSniper99 bachhiya nhi fans h hum. Aur chlo vo toh celeb h isiliye hum idhr h.. aap hmare comment me kaise

[@DrSniper99]

@@faheelairshad4317 Qki hum bhi fan munawar k. And chill bachhiyan is just a joke that he does too.

[@shivindia101]

Totally agree

[@user-jb7cj5os8m]

What is this Guy? Is he even for Real? Aise log hai is Duniya mai?? Munawar Bhai 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Hatsoff❤

[@realawaz1846]

This interview is so inspirational, motivational, psychological treatment, intellectual & comic at the same time. This is better than interviews of some of the biggest personalities of india. He's more intelligent than even some IAS IPS officers. Keep growing man

[@bzzbrynofficial7444]

Munawars face changed alot & his energy after that incident! ❤️

[@sanjayk9988]

For someone so young I am impressed by his clear line of thinking and 'worldy' view. This boy will go places.

[@gaurih9673]

Munawar is love❤️.. he is very intelligent and talented ❤️

[@sanaas670]

Munawar's story narration capabilities are killer !

[@iota5722]

Never thought he had to struggle in lockdown. Always thought of him as a celebrity. Feel privileged to be a part of that first 30-40k views shared the video on WhatsApp status.....and my stand up fanboy buddies. His financial struggle bought me to tears.

[@nikitasingh3850]

Punit, you always come across more intelligent, passionate and empathetic person. Munnawar has charm and smile but it is his content and delivery that wins over.

[@samlife8441]

This guy's gonna reach somewhere far - Mark my words

[@jerry-if7rs]

But the bad thing is there are many still there to pull his legs backwards😩😩😩

[@ShoaibKhan-mf3ph]

your words is true ❤️❤️ now

[@shadabahmad3254]

Exactly it's has been happening

[@pride3144]

You words bcm true

[@theimperfect5249]

Your words become true 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@SandeepKumar-cr8ud]

Two really intelligent people talking.. great watch. I am a fan of both of these comedians. I really wish to see a political party of comedians.. they are the only ones talking about real issues...

[@priyapardeshi]

Best youtube Recommendation ever I got❤️ Munawar OP🔥

[@the-happy-vibe]

Munawar is so pure at heart... All the love and support for the talented man.. ❤️

[@Nepali_Babu1]

munawar love you bro from nepal 🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵 u r doing great keep it up 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@ammeyshah2865]

m proud is bande ko support kiya lock upp show mai....isme kuch clips upload krni chahiye abi zorat hai yaar sbr nhi hota

[@imtiyaazwarsi6575]

This gives validation that popularity and love for munawwar is overwhelming , common people like me watched full 1 hour 22 min video in years .

[@jayantshaq]

O man o man o man, two of my favourites, together! Can't wait!

[@aakashvaanie]

Want to see Munawar Faruqui doing Patriot Act Indian Version

[@shreya473]

The most learned man i am yet to cross. Forever a fan,follower for him but he'll forever be family to me. Wish to become the human he is, even close to that. Only respect, love and dil se dua for this beautiful soul♥️🧿

[@kishwar541]

My respect for this guy increases day by day 💘

[@athermirza2335]

Even Punit laughing can make anybody laugh seriously 😂😂😂.... love you bro

[@akkuchaudhari4548]

Ab tak ke jitne interview dekhe usme se sabse best interview 🥰

[@pallavigiri7600]

Manawar is someone who knows how to fight battle on his own... Self made nd the most genuine person! 😘😘

[@sujataarya7662]

Munawar we love Ur simplicity

[@anandgarhwal1421]

39:21 Urdu rap, YOUNGSTUNNERS for life💯 👑

[@sohambhogale8676]

YS x Rap demon

[@adil5883]

Is that reality show comicstaan by any chance? If yes, they must be kicking themselves for losing out on this man! What a guy! More power to you Munawar.

[@salmaankazi3463]

He has mentioned the show name as roadies i guess.

[@debasishdutta3122]

Yup....comicstaan

[@foodsham4886]

Yes it's comicstan

[@bilqueeshameed2266]

Munawwar

[@kanwatji397]

@@salmaankazi3463 abe wo comicstan h Roadies to aise h bola

[@zeehaan8424]

You are a gem munnawar bhai❤️.... You are observer and a teacher... Insha Allah you will go very faar .. and hope you will never forget the struggle and help the struggling and our community ❤️❤️

[@rubyjain7619]

Yes Punit there is hope. Munawwar you are really well read person 👍 Time totally worth investing 👍

[@habibaali382]

I'm literally crying right now!

[@FaizanKhan-bh4sh]

Na ro bahan Na ro 😪😪

[@architaagarwal5632]

He's an absolutely fab storysteller .....I think he should try more of anecdotal comedy than topical...not saying he's bad at it but I think he'll be even better at anecdotal

[@Maddy-ht8pg]

Totally Agree ! His Storyteller skills are on point.

[@Azamkhan-np1in]

Anecdotal kya hota h ab ye

[@firdosiaparveen6893]

@@Azamkhan-np1in I also want to know 😅

[@tejasvinigurjar1063]

Bhai you are unique, that's the reason there are millions of people consuming your content. I love your content

[@asimmukri3055]

Just amazing, I mean 1 hour Ka interview kon he dekhta hai Bhai, but you truly convinced to give it up for Munawar Faruqui, Worth Watching. ❤️

[@AweShadySome]

When an extremely intellectual host/comic like Punit talks less and listens more, you know that the guest has done something worth listening to. What great show 👏🏻👏🏻

[@kejalrajvir6396]

Laughed got inspired and learned a lot

[@vishalshetty821]

More power to you Munawar🙌🙌

[@geetjain1579]

Wow yaar . Wonderful person.. and great interview.. Bande ki baat sunke hi fan banjaye koi.. Munawar ❣️

[@onefour3234]

35:17 Munawar taking about RaftaaR🤩🤩🤩

[@anandayush4338]

because Raftaar talks about Munawar

[@doggosupasta8020]

I see one chutiya talking about another maha chutiya

[@summanmuhammadiqbal07]

I love him now.. not only he is great comedian but greatest human being as well.. munawar keep going.. ❤ Love from Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@xenixincide848]

Ohh so you are from munawars home country Just kidding 😂 😜

[@mansimacwan8369]

I hvnt seen punit sir enjoying this much! Worth watching! Thank you sir for supporting real talent!❤️❤️

[@eksawal2396]

I wish Munawar and Punit teamed up just like "Aisi Taisi Democracy" (Rahul, Sanjay and Varun) ... I am sure they will do incradible stuff.

[@waleed0936]

Good idea... Show will be great ... But outcome will be... Munawar will be jailed and others will be silent...

[@namanmittal9302]

Munawar is 32 years old (My mind - nahi tu chutiya hai kya tu 19 saal ka hai aur vo tere se jyada javan lgta hai😂 )

[@balor2178]

@@namanmittal9302 really?

[@namanmittal9302]

@@balor2178 yes😂

[@mdnurulhaque5040]

Just imagine munawar punit and kunal kamra doing political jokes☺❤

[@sanashaikh3327]

I am here for Munawar Faruqui ❤️

[@ketakibengale1725]

Love this series! Would love to see Varun Grover. Big fan Punit! Stay strong Munawar, you are the best❤

[@wakkasahmad9656]

This is what called contents!! Full of mind blowing discussion. Kudos to both of you 😊

[@adityarao8483]

Munawar mere ek dost jaisa hai Jo Bolte waqt interruption Pasand Nahi karta aur apni awaz tez Kar Deta hai. Bhadiya discussion 👌

[@WasimKhan-ji1jv]

Munawar is the heart and soul of this video.... ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@pratikbbb677]

MUNAWAR GREAT INTERVIEW♥♥♥

[@hissaargh3246]

Jo desh in jaise heartfelt talented logon ko mazhab ke hisaab se chupaana chaahthi hai, woh desh aur zyaada din rehne laayak nehi rahega. Yeh hakeekat hindu-on ko bhi apply hotha hai. Enjoy it while it lasts. Proud to be your countryman.

[@mansisharma3009]

Munawar has a real talent! Best KZbinr❤️

[@Zahid11Ali]

I can't find a single negative comment. I think @munawar & @punit you have converted many. Love both of yours content.

[@warriorroadies3465]

Punit bhai one more interview please He is so relax with you We will enjoy for sure 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@asrasaleha7405]

Best interview available on KZbin..it's from the heart to a heart ❤️

[@karanchanpa1421]

Munwar is really *"innocent as fuck"* 😇😊🥺😌 ( his video reference)

[@rahulkumawat1333]

pyara sa choda lol

[@teamofmultitalents]

Punit reaction at 2:28 priceless Respect to both you guys Request munawar to ask his subscribers to follow Punit Bcoz Both are Equally Superb in Quality of Content and Delivery

[@asifhasan359]

This Man has proved the power of Hardwork. Hats off 👏