Anirban is currently riding high. He released a killer set on Comicstaan Presents and tours constantly. He represents the "post-pandemic" comic—gentler than Samay, sharper than the average open mic-er, and deeply loved by audiences who hate loud comedy. Season 4 (2023): The Fresh Voice – Piyush Sharma The most recent winner (Season 4, which streamed in late 2023) is Piyush Sharma .
Absurdist, musical, and meta. Samay doesn't tell jokes; he builds weird worlds. His bit about "Pizza delivery vs. Domino's tracking" is now legendary. comicstaan winners
Nishant remains a cult favorite. While he didn’t chase mainstream Bollywood fame, his YouTube special "Nishant Suri: Aisi Taisi Democracy" and his tour "Comedy for Moms" have solidified him as a writer’s comic. He’s the winner hardcore comedy nerds brag about discovering first. Season 2 (2019): The Absurdist Storyteller – Samay Raina Season 2 changed the game. While many expected a traditional "setup-punchline" winner, the crown went to Samay Raina , a former engineer from Jammu who brought chaos, guitar riffs, and deadpan logic to the stage. Anirban is currently riding high
Anirban is the master of the awkward pause. He talks about dating, social anxiety, and the specific horror of being a Bengali who doesn't fit the stereotype. His jokes feel less like performance and more like a friend venting at a chai stall. Season 4 (2023): The Fresh Voice – Piyush