In the five years Akhil Maharaj has been doing comedy, the hilarious youngster has an earned his reputation as a comedic force to be reckoned with thanks to his consistent performances all around KZN.
Akhil says he is rapidly becoming one of the most sought-after comedians for family gatherings, and was recently recognized as one of the “Top 10 comedians to watch in 2023” by his mother and grandmother. And despite the self-deprecation (or maybe because of it), we here at NQR think Akhil Maharaj really should be on your list of comedians to watch if you haven’t seen him live yet.
Notably, in 2018, after less than a year in the comedy game, he was given the monumental task of opening for The Goliaths during the Durban leg of their Goliath Comedy Road Trip, which he handled like a seasoned pro.
In 2019, Akhil expanded his repertoire by participating in vernacular comedy shows alongside renowned comedians such as Justice Kubheka, Trevor Gumbi, Thenjiwe, and Flymotion, among others.
Akhil has also performed at multiple editions of the Heat City Comedy Festival, and at the 4th Annual PMB Comedy Festival in 2019.
Furthermore, Akhil made an appearance in the 2022 ABSA Mauritius short business loan ad campaign, which was showcased through television, online platforms, and traditional marketing channels.