When comedian Mervyn Rozz went from cubicles to comedy
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about how he dived into comedy, what his show will encompass, and what his ultimate goal is.
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What is your upcoming show about?
My show will focus on observations from my travels to various countries, including Australia. I'll share experiences about performing abroad, audience reactions, and some general happenings in the stand-up comedy world. I have performed in Hyderabad a couple of times before and am looking forward to performing here again. And I can't wait to have some delicious
mutton biryani
!
When did you choose to tread the path of humour?
As a child, I was always the funny one — the class clown — and enjoyed the validation I got for it. In fact, I always loved being on stage. During college presentations, I would add humour to serious topics, making people laugh.
Initially working as a sales manager in the banking sector, I started doing small comedy performances in restaurants and bars in 2016. Other comedians and audience members began encouraging me, telling me I had potential in comedy.
I realised that despite having a good job with incentives, I wasn't getting personal satisfaction. Before growing too old and accumulating more life commitments, I decided to take a calculated risk. I made sure my finances were sorted for the next six months and resigned. Coincidentally, I got an opportunity with Evam, a South Indian stand-up comedy movement, and did many shows.
My motivation wasn't just about becoming famous, but about finding a career where I could genuinely enjoy what I was doing. The ability to be on stage, entertain people, and create observational humour became my primary passion. It has been nine years and I have no regrets. My first solo special,
Mervyn Rozz Moving On
, is now available on YouTube for audiences to enjoy.
What challenges have you faced in comedy?
Sometimes, performance setups can be an issue — the thing is, the audience needs to be seated without distractions. If the setup isn't fine, this affects their responses to an extent. Another challenge is that people might take offence at jokes, especially those unfamiliar with stand-up comedy. As of now, my priority is my safety and the safety of my loved ones, so I'm cautious about my content.
How would you describe your comedic style?
Observational comedy, close to reality. If I understand someone's profession or 9 to 5 daily routine, I can confidently create multiple jokes about it. I enjoy observing people and turning their experiences into humour.
Memorable moments in your career?
One touching moment was when an audience member from Bengaluru travelled to Chennai with her husband while seven months pregnant, just to watch my show. It made me realise how much people appreciate comedy and are willing to go the extra mile to support performers.
What's your ultimate goal?
Sustainability. I want to be consistently relevant, not just momentarily famous. My dream is to sell more and more tickets, and one day perform at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.
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