Gunjan Chaudhary
Popular television star Krushna Abhishek, known for his razor-sharp wit and impeccable comic timing, recently opened up about one of the most emotionally challenging moments of his life, performing comedy just days after losing his father. Speaking on Parag Tyagi’s YouTube channel, Krushna revealed that his father passed away on August 26, 2016. At the time, he was hosting Comedy Nights Bachao alongside Bharti Singh.
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Krushna Abhishek On Losing Father
Despite the personal tragedy, the show’s production schedule left little room for pause. Producer Vipul D Shah reportedly approached Krushna with a difficult request, to shoot an episode due to the absence of pre-recorded content. Krushna shared that the team had already locked dates with Katrina Kaif for the episode, making cancellation nearly impossible. Vipul Shah explained the urgency, saying they needed at least one episode ready for the weekend telecast and couldn’t proceed without Krushna.
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The comedian admitted he was deeply conflicted. He hadn’t even performed his father’s terahvi, and the idea of making people laugh during such a time felt overwhelming. In that moment of doubt, Krushna recalled his father’s guiding principle, “Work is paramount, and the show must go on.” This belief gave him the strength to step onto the stage despite his grief. He also shared a deeply emotional coincidence, he was born on Janmashtami, and his father, a devotee of Lord Krishna, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the same day at the age of 75.
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Krushna credited Bharti Singh for being a pillar of strength during that difficult phase. He described her as family, saying she stood by him throughout the shoot and helped him get through the emotionally draining experience. Together, they completed the episode, something Krushna initially doubted he could do. Krushna Abhishek and Bharti Singh hosted Comedy Nights Bachao from 2015 to 2017, entertaining audiences with their roast-style humor.
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The show featured several popular television personalities, including Karan Wahi, Adaa Khan, Shruti Seth, and Anita Hassanandani, along with comedians like Sudesh Lehri and Mubeen Saudagar. Reflecting on that phase, Krushna said that sometimes, no matter how difficult life gets, responsibilities must be fulfilled. His story stands as a powerful reminder of dedication, resilience, and the emotional strength performers often carry behind the laughter.