Romesh Ranganathan

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Romesh Ranganathan (born 27 March 1978) is a British stand-up comedian, actor, and presenter. He is known for his deadpan and often self-deprecating comedy style. Ranganathan has appeared on numerous television shows and has established himself as a prominent figure in the British comedy scene.

Early Life

Romesh Ranganathan was born in Crawley, West Sussex, England. He is of Sri Lankan Tamil descent. Before embarking on a career in comedy, Ranganathan worked as a mathematics teacher at Hazelwick School in Crawley and The Beacon School in Banstead, Surrey.

Career

Ranganathan began his comedy career in 2010, performing at various comedy clubs and festivals. He quickly gained recognition for his unique comedic style and was a finalist in the 2013 Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

Television

Ranganathan has appeared on several popular British television shows, including:

In 2015, he starred in his own BBC Three series, Asian Provocateur, where he traveled to Sri Lanka to explore his heritage. The show was well-received and led to a second series where he traveled to North America.

Radio

Ranganathan has also made appearances on various radio shows, including The News Quiz on BBC Radio 4.

Writing

In addition to his work in stand-up and television, Ranganathan has written for several publications and released his autobiography, Straight Outta Crawley, in 2018.

Personal Life

Ranganathan is married and has three children. He often incorporates anecdotes about his family life into his comedy routines. He is also a vegan and has spoken publicly about his dietary choices.

Awards and Recognition

Ranganathan has received several awards and nominations throughout his career, including:

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