Munawar Faruqui, the stand-up comedian, rapper, and singer, has been spotted around town after his recent appearance on Bigg Boss 19. The former Bigg Boss 17 winner's recent activities have kept him in the news, from his comedic stints to his upcoming projects.
Faruqui made a memorable comeback on Bigg Boss 19 during a Weekend Ka Vaar episode with Salman Khan. Known for his quick wit, he delivered a hilarious roast segment targeting contestants like Baseer, Farhana, and Pranit. His jokes had both the contestants and Salman Khan in stitches. For example, he playfully teased Pranit, remarking that he was only there because Pranit's roast task assigned by Bigg Boss wasn't up to par. He also took jabs at Abhishek, comparing him to a noisy scooter that goes nowhere, and humorously commented on Tanya and Nehal. Faruqui even coined the ship name "Bahana" for Farhana and Baseer.
Beyond Bigg Boss, Faruqui has been focusing on his upcoming projects. He is gearing up for First Copy 2 and his show Angadia. First Copy is a web series starring Munawar Faruqui that follows a young man who builds an illegal piracy empire in Mumbai during the 1990s.
In other news, earlier this year, Munawar Faruqui faced a security scare in Delhi. He had traveled to Delhi for the Entertainers Cricket League 2024 when authorities received intelligence about a potential threat to his life. Increased security measures were implemented at the IGI Indoor Stadium and The Suryaa Hotel, where he was staying. Following a police operation, Faruqui returned to Mumbai, and a comprehensive inquiry commenced. The threat was linked to a shooting incident under investigation, where suspects admitted to reconnaissance activities at The Suryaa Hotel, possibly targeting Faruqui.
Faruqui's personal life has also been a subject of media attention. He married Mehzabeen Coatwala in May 2024, reportedly for the sake of his son, Mikael. Previously, he was married to Jasmine, with whom he shares his son.
Munawar Faruqui, born on January 28, 1992, began his career in 2018. He gained recognition for his stand-up comedy, rapping, and social commentary. In 2022, he won the reality TV show Lock Upp 1, further boosting his popularity. Today, he enjoys a significant following on platforms like YouTube and Instagram.
