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Zakir Khan's 'Papa Yaar' Tour Ends with Mumbai Stadium Shows in 2026

Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan will conclude his record-breaking 'Papa Yaar' tour with two stadium-scale shows at Mumbai's NSCI Dome on June 13 and 14, 2026. He describes the Mumbai finale as a homecoming and a celebration of his fans and the comedy community. This announcement follows his recent revelation that he will take a long break from live tours after June 2026, reportedly until 2030, due to health and personal reasons. The tour's promoter highlights these shows as a landmark event setting new benchmarks for live comedy in India.

Key Points: Zakir Khan Announces Mumbai Stadium Shows for Papa Yaar Tour

  • Two stadium shows at NSCI Dome
  • Marks end of nationwide tour
  • General ticket sales start Feb 11, 2026
  • Comedian taking a long break post-tour
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Zakir Khan announces 'Papa Yaar' stadium shows in Mumbai

Comedian Zakir Khan brings his Papa Yaar tour to Mumbai's NSCI Dome in June 2026 for two mega shows before a long hiatus.

"This one isn't just going to be a show; it'll be a celebration of all the fans and the entire comedy fraternity - Zakir Khan"

Mumbai, February 3

Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan is set to bring his record-breaking 'Papa Yaar' tour to Mumbai with two mega stadium shows at the NSCI Dome on June 13 and 14, 2026.

The 'Papa Yaar' tour has spanned over 60 cities across the country.

Speaking about the Mumbai shows, Zakir Khan said the city holds a special place in his heart and ending the tour at the NSCI Dome feels like a homecoming. He added that the event will be more than just a show and will celebrate fans and the comedy fraternity who have been part of his journey.

"Mumbai has given me so much warmth and love- ending 'Papa Yaar' in NSCI Dome, Mumbai truly feels like coming home. This one isn't just going to be a show; it'll be a celebration of all the fans and the entire comedy fraternity, everyone who has been part of this journey," he said, as per a press release.

The Mumbai leg marks Zakir Khan's first-ever stadium-scale stand-up performances in the city and a significant milestone in Indian live comedy.

Shoven Shah, Founder and CEO, TribeVibe Entertainment said in a statement, "After a historic nationwide run, bringing 'Papa Yaar' to a venue like the NSCI Dome is a natural evolution for the tour. Indian audiences have embraced live comedy with remarkable enthusiasm and we're excited to deliver a stadium-scale experience that matches that energy. With landmark shows featuring Zakir Khan, we're not just creating events, we're setting new benchmarks in modern Indian entertainment." General ticket sales will open on February 11, 2026, with tickets available on BookMyShow.

Earlier, on January 20, Zakir Khan announced a long break from live tours during his Hyderabad show. According to Zakir Khan's team, the stand-up comedian has announced a long break from his live shows, reportedly until 2030, citing health issues and personal matters.

The comedian also shared a story on his Instagram handle, hinting at the hiatus. After arriving in Dubai, he posted an update with a caption confirming the decision's finality.He wrote, "Every show is a celebration till June 20. I won't be able to come to many cities this time, so please make a little extra effort and come to the shows. Thank you for all the love."

Zakir Khan first rose to fame in 2012 after winning Comedy Central's "India's Best Stand-Up" competition. Since then, he has built a massive fan base both in India and abroad with his stand-up specials like 'Haq Se Single', Kaksha Gyarvi' and others.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Stadium shows for comedy in India! What a time to be alive. This is a huge moment for the entire scene. Kudos to Zakir for taking it to this level. But the ticket prices better be reasonable, yaar. Not everyone can afford premium pricing.
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Aman W
Mixed feelings. Super happy for his success, but a break until 2030? That's a very long time. His relatable "sakht launda" phase was the best. Hope he comes back with fresh material and not just re-runs of old jokes.
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Sarah B
As someone who discovered Indian comedy through Zakir's specials on YouTube, this is incredible to see. The growth of the live comedy market here is phenomenal. Wishing him all the best for the Mumbai shows and his well-deserved break.
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Vikram M
NSCI Dome is a perfect venue. The atmosphere will be electric! But the article says he announced a break in Jan and now stadium shows in June? A bit confusing. Anyway, setting a reminder for Feb 11 on BookMyShow. Fingers crossed!
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Kavya N
His comedy connects because it's so Indian at heart – the family dynamics, the middle-class struggles. It's great he's ending the tour in Mumbai. Hope other comedians get similar opportunities. The fraternity must be proud.

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