Best Indian comedy series

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (2008)

Inspired by the famous Gujarati column *Duniya Ne Undha Chasma* by Tarak Mehta, this show captures the everyday life in Gokuldham Co-operative Society, addressing socially relevant issues with humor. At its heart is Jethalal, an uneducated Gujarati businessman, who often seeks guidance from his wise neighbor and friend, Taarak Mehta. Jethalal lives with his naive yet lovable wife Daya Ben and their mischievous son Tapu, whose antics frequently disrupt the peace of the society. The members often warn Jethalal to control Tapu or face eviction. In desperation, he calls his father, Champaklal, from the village, hoping he’ll instill discipline in Tapu. Instead, the grandfather-grandson duo teams up, creating even more chaos and turning Jethalal’s life into a comedic roller coaster. The show blends family dynamics, friendship, and neighborhood bonds with a dose of satire and laughter.

FLAMES (2018)

The story of a young romance unfolding as a chemical reaction. There is no such love as 'First Love'.

Comicstaan (2014)

Ten budding stand-up comedians shortlisted through a nationwide hunt compete to become India's next big comic sensation.

Gullak (2019)

Set in quaint by-lanes in the heart of India, Gullak is a collection of disarming and relatable tales of the Mishra family.

The Kapil Sharma Show (2016)

Mismatched (2020)

After a disastrous set-up by their families, two teens strike up a tentative friendship at their summer program - but deeper feelings aren't far behind.

The Great Indian Kapil Show (2024)

Comedian Kapil Sharma hosts this laugh-out-loud variety talk show with celebrity guests, hilarious antics and his signature supporting cast.

Barely Speaking with Arnub (2014)

A super funny debate show which reflects a funny and crazier version of indian politics, bollywood and the society.

Bang Baaja Baaraat (2015)

Two people from very different backgrounds fall in love and decide to get married, but not without their parents blessings. Three days before the wedding they introduce each other with their respective parents and all hell breaks lose.

Panchayat (2020)

Panchayat is a comedy-drama, which captures the journey of an engineering graduate Abhishek, who for lack of a better job option joins as secretary of a panchayat office in a remote village of Uttar Pradesh. Stuck between crazy villagers and a difficult village lifestyle Abhishek starts his job with the sole motivation of getting out of there as soon as possible, for which he even prepares for CAT.

Titu Talks (2018)

Bhuvan Bam plays his famous character 'Titu Mama' and interviews celebrities in a desi setting.

Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai! (2015)

Manmohan runs a business and is married to a simple girl, while Narayan is unemployed but has an ultra-modern wife. Both attempt to impress each other's spouse, landing themselves in funny situations.

Titu Talks (2018)

Bhuvan Bam plays his famous character 'Titu Mama' and interviews celebrities in a desi setting.

Gutar Gu (2023)

Ritu joins a coaching class in Bhopal and notices Anuj on the first day. She introduces herself to Anuj, which startles him. He seeks advice from friends on how to impress her. Ritu asks Anuj to help her explore the city but he cancels at the last minute. Anuj writes a love letter and must now confess his feelings to Ritu and pray she feels the same way.

India's Got Latent (2024)

Samay Raina and the guest judges hilariously critique the untapped, undeniably entertaining "latent" talents of aspiring performers, testing their self-awareness with a unique scoring system.

Kota Factory (2019)

In a city of coaching centers known to train India’s finest collegiate minds, an earnest but unexceptional student and his friends navigate campus life.

Permanent Roommates (2014)

A couple, who were in a long distance relationship for 3 years, face the prospect of getting married.

TVF Pitchers (2015)

A story of trials and tribulations of four young entrepreneurs who quit their day jobs in order to pursue their start up venture.

One Mic Stand (2019)

India's biggest actors, politicians, musicians and influencers are trained by top comedians to perform stand-up comedy for their very first time.

What the Folks (2017)

What The Folks' is a journey of how modern families are breaking stereotypes, overcoming generation gaps, and growing to love one another, despite having starkly different world views.

Aladdin: Naam Toh Suna Hoga (2018)

Aladdin is an age-old fantasy tale of a 20-year-old boy and his travails around his family and love. It is an absolute family entertainer show. It has got the fantastical factor of classic tale as well as the nail-biting thriller, heart-warming romance and affecting family equations. Despite being set in a very old legendary talismanic era, all the characters are entertaining, yet relatable which makes the fans correlate with its humor.

Shararat - Thoda Jaadu, Thodi Nazaakat (2003)

The story revolves around how different people in the family adjust to the magical powers of naani and her daughters, who use their magical powers for their needs.

OK Computer (2021)

The year is 2031. In a New India - of towering smart holograms and drone superhighways - hard-boiled Cyber Crime detective Saajan Kundu is called out of retirement when a self-driving taxi is hacked and ordered to kill an anonymous human victim. Saajan begrudgingly joins forces with estranged partner Laxmi Suri, a whip-smart AI scientist, to comb the modern backwaters of Goa for the killer.

Guns & Gulaabs (2023)

In the cartel-run town of Gulaabgunj, an unprecedented opium deal pulls a big-city cop and a lovesick mechanic into its chaotic clutches.

Cooku with Comali (2019)

Cooku with Comali, also known by the acronym CWC, is an Indian Tamil-language comedy-based cooking competition show aired on Star Vijay and streams on Disney+ Hotstar where the contestants are paired each week with comedians (comalis) who are amateur cooks. The first season premiered on 16 November 2019 and ended on 23 February 2020. The second season was premiered on 14 November 2020 and ended on 14 April 2021. The third season was premiered on 22 January 2022 and ended on 24 July 2022. The contestants along with their comalis are challenged every week and judged by Chef Damu and Chef Venkatesh Bhat.

Sarabhai vs Sarabhai (2004)

The show revolves around the lives of the members of an Uber Wealthy - High Society Gujarati family of Cuffe Parade - South Mumbai, whose daughter-in-law is from a middle class Delhi background.

Rangrasiya (2013)

The super hit show focuses on Parvati, an orphaned village girl whose life changes completely when she meets Major Rudra Pratap. What follows is an unexpected and sensual love story, as they battle against the patriarchal rules of the Thakurs and escape from outlaws.

Dupur Thakurpo (2017)

A simple village girl - or a bombshell in disguise? Phulwa is the new Boudi in town, and she's here to keep them awake all night!

Khichdi (2002)

Khichdi follows the story of the Parekhs, a Gujarati joint family. They encounter many typically Indian situations, but they try to solve it in the most atypical fashion imaginable. This is a funny bunch of people that is firmly united in their movement to get separated. But the head of their family does not agree. He gives them the choice to walk out and survive on their own; but nobody is ready to let go of the money that is due to them. So they stay together and wait for the 'head' to change his mind or stop breathing, whichever happens first. And this is where the middle class joint family faces its trials and tribulations. Khichdi is a look at the lighter side of an Indian joint family surrounding an old man, his good for nothing son, Praful and wife Hansa, widow daughter in law Jayshree and their children, Jackie and Chakki, who are the smartest of them all.

#90’s - A Middle Class Biopic (2024)

A nostalgic trip down memory lane, delving into the everyday life of a middle-class family.