Mumbai, Oct 7 (NationPress) Global sensation Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently graced Zakir Khan’s stand-up performance in New York, expressing her gratitude for his kindness, humor, and creativity.

After enjoying the show, Priyanka posted a selfie, stating: “Thank you for your kindness, humor, and creativity. Thrilled to know you. @zakirkhan_208.”

In response, Zakir shared, “You embody grace in motion! Thank you for your kindness and for being a guiding light – for me and countless others. Best wishes.”

The renowned comedian also shared a snapshot with Priyanka, reminiscing about their lunch meeting prior to his final show.

He captioned: “The last lunch of the tour with the queen herself.”

Shifting focus to her cinematic endeavors, Priyanka was last seen in “Heads Of State,” directed by Ilya Naishuller, featuring Idris Elba and John Cena as the UK Prime Minister and the US President, respectively.

Next, she will star alongside Mahesh Babu for the first time in the upcoming film tentatively titled “SSMB29.”

Additionally, she has been cast in the next installment of the acclaimed franchise “Krrish 4,” which marks Hrithik Roshan’s directorial debut.

The 42-year-old actress will also portray a 19th-century Caribbean pirate in the upcoming action drama, “The Bluff.”

On the topic of Zakir, he rose to fame in India’s stand-up scene in 2012 after clinching the title of ‘India's Best Stand Up’, a competition held by Comedy Central.

He is also an emerging Urdu poet from an artistic family, having showcased his poetry at events like Rekhta. During a train ride to Delhi, he penned his first poem, “Mai Soonya Pe Sawar Hoon.” Other notable works include “Apne Aap Ke Bhi Piche Khara Hoon Main” and “Bus Ka Intezar Karte Huye.”

In 2017, Zakir served as one of the three mentors, alongside Mallika Dua and Hussain Dalal, on the fifth season of The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, judged by actor Akshay Kumar.

With over seven million YouTube subscribers, Zakir is celebrated for his specials like Haq Se Single, Kaksha Gyarvi, Tathastu, Mannpasand, and Delulu Express.

Beyond comedy, Khan has created and hosts the podcast series Ummeed on Gaana, where he shares inspiring life stories alongside fellow comedians. In August 2025, Zakir made history as the first Indian artist to perform an entire show in Hindi at Madison Square Garden.