Inder Manocha


Inder Manocha is a British Asian stand-up comedian and actor.

Early life

Born in London to Indian parents, Manocha read Modern History at Jesus College, Oxford University and worked in international relations and as a therapist before deciding to work professionally in comedy and acting in 2001. Manocha is a member of the Baháʼí faith.

Stand-up comedy

He began his stand-up career with great success by reaching the finals of So You Think You're Funny and the Hackney Empire New Comedy Acts of the Year, both in 2001.
Manocha's first one-man Edinburgh Festival show was in 2006.

Radio

Winner of EMMA Best Comedy/Comedian 2004