Abhay Sharma, whose full name is Abhay Kumar Sharma, is a visually impaired Indian stand-up comedian, politician, YouTuber, and lyricist.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Abhay Sharma was born on 5th July 1997 in Village Gordiha, Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, India. He follows Hinduism as his religion and hails from a visually impaired background. He is unmarried and keeps his personal life private.
EDUCATION
Abhay Sharma pursued his education in BA (Hons.) Political Science from Banaras Hindu University (BHU), which is one of the prestigious institutions in India.
CAREER
Early Career: After completing his graduation from BHU, Abhay Sharma worked as an RJ Trainee at Radio 90.8 FM – Aap Ki Aawaz in 2016. Later, he joined the non-profit organization Utsav Trust, where he was involved in social work.
Stand-Up Comedy Career: In 2017, Abhay Sharma’s journey as a stand-up comedian began when he participated in a live stand-up comedy show titled “Divyango Ki Shaam, Swachchta Ke Nam” in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. The same year, he gained widespread recognition after becoming one of the seven contestants to enter the grand finale of the popular reality comedy show “The Great Indian Laughter Challenge,” which was aired on StarPlus. His performances on the show earned him praise and applause from both the judges and the audience.
Political Involvement: Apart from his comedic talents, Abhay Sharma is also actively involved in politics. In 2020, he joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and has since been associated with the party as a member. His political satire and satirical songs have garnered attention and appreciation from audiences.
Social Work and Recognition: Abhay Sharma’s talent and social contributions have not gone unnoticed. In 2019, he was appointed as the brand ambassador by the Election Commission of India to spread voting awareness among voters in the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
Mimicry and YouTube: Abhay Sharma is also an excellent mimicry artist and is well-known for mimicking renowned politicians such as Akhilesh Yadav, Lalu Prasad Yadav, Narendra Modi, and others. His satirical comedy videos have gained popularity, and he has a significant following on social media platforms, including YouTube. Abhay Sharma runs a YouTube channel where he uploads comedy skits, satirical songs, and other entertaining content.
Other Engagements: In addition to his stand-up comedy and political engagements, Abhay Sharma has also been involved in various social events, farmer’s rallies, and public appearances. He has delivered speeches on different occasions, addressing social and political issues.
Abhay Sharma’s dedication to his craft, despite his visual impairment, and his active involvement in politics and social causes have made him an inspirational figure for many. He continues to entertain audiences with his comedic talent, raise awareness about social issues, and advocate for positive change through his creative work and political engagements.
