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BBC Asian Network's 'One More Laugh' Comedy Night Returns to London

Get ready for a night of laughter as the BBC Asian Network's popular comedy event, formerly known as Asian Network Comedy, makes its triumphant return to London. Renamed 'One More Laugh', the show promises to banish the January blues with a vibrant showcase of British Asian humour.

Key Takeaways

  • Event Name: One More Laugh (formerly Asian Network Comedy)

  • Date & Time: Friday, 30 January 2026, 7:30 PM

  • Venue: BBC Radio Theatre, London

  • Host: Dinesh Nathan

  • Line-up: Ajay Rose, Dane Buckley, NJ Patel, Samira Banks

  • DJ: DJ Kizzi

  • Tickets: Free, apply via BBC Shows and Tours website until 15 December, 8:30 AM

  • Availability: Free to attend, with applications open until December 15th. The show will also be available on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds post-event.

A Night of British Asian Comedy

The 'One More Laugh' show is set to take place at the BBC Radio Theatre in London on Friday, 30 January 2026. Hosted by the talented comedian and content creator Dinesh Nathan, who previously graced the stage at the Asian Network Comedy in 2025, the evening is geared up to be a memorable one.

Featuring Top Up-And-Coming Talent

Audiences can anticipate an evening brimming with entertainment and humour, delivered by some of the UK's most promising comedians. The line-up includes:

  • Ajay Rose: A finalist for the BBC New Comedy Award, content creator, and a familiar face on the London comedy circuit.

  • Dane Buckley: An award-winning comedian and writer, host of the 'Welcome to Hell' podcast, a finalist for the BBC New Comedy Awards 2024, and notably, described as possibly the world's only Irish, Indian, gay comedian.

  • NJ Patel: The runner-up of The Stand-Up Club’s New Comedian Competition 2024.

  • Samira Banks: Winner of ‘So You Think You’re Funny?’ in 2023 and a finalist for Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year.

Adding to the atmosphere, BBC Asian Network's own DJ Kizzi will provide a live DJ set throughout the night.

Celebrating Diversity in Humour

Ahmed Hussain, Head of Asian Network, expressed his enthusiasm for the rebranded event. He stated, "We want to continue to welcome all audiences whilst still celebrating and reflecting the vibrancy and diversity of British Asian humour and comedy so rebranding our already popular Asian Network Comedy offers a great opportunity to do this." He anticipates "a night of non-stop laughter from some fantastic up-and-coming comedians who I am certain will provide some fresh, funny and relatable content that reflects the lives and experiences of our audience and beyond."

Host Dinesh Nathan shared his excitement, "I’m buzzing to host One More Laugh. I did the show before and it was a lot of fun, so I’m delighted they’ve trusted me to come back and will try not to ruin it."

Ticket Information

This is an 18+ event, and tickets are available free of charge. Applications are open now and will close on Monday, 15 December at 8:30 AM. Interested attendees can apply through the BBC Shows and Tours website. For those unable to attend in person, the show will be made available on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds following the event.

Sources

  • BBC Asian Network’s popular comedy night returns to London, BBC.

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