List of Hindi comedy shows

Series shaded in light green are currently in production.
Aired Years Title Description Production Channel Ref
1984

1985
Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi The story revolves around the married couple and the young unemployed brother of wife who came to live in his sister's house. Oberoi Films DD National [1]
1986

1987
Nukkad Each was based on an everyday issue of lower income people and often revolved around one or two specific characters. Some episodes ended on hope and positive consolation while some had a sad but realistic conclusion. [2]
1993

1994
Dekh Bhai Dekh The story revolves around three generations of the Diwan family's relationship troubles and business problems. Amitabh Bachchan Corporation DD Metro [3]
1993

1998
Zabaan Sambhalke Mohan Bharti is an engineer who is forced to teach Hindi in a language school. His students are people from all corners of the country as well as the world. Along with them is the obnoxious principal Miss Lata Dixit of the National Institute of Language. Eagle Films DD Metro (season 1)
Home TV (season 2)
[4]
1994

2006
Tu Tu Main Main The story is about the arguments and love and hate between daughter-in-law and mother-in-law. Prime Channel DD Metro
Star Plus
[5]
1994

1999
Shrimaan Shrimati The show revolves around two neighboring couples, in which the husbands are attracted to each other's wives and attempt various tropes to impress them while constantly failing to do so. Shri Adhikari Brothers DD National [6]
1999

2009

Yes Boss Meera and Mohan Srivastava are married and working in the Ad craft Ad Agency. Husband Mohan is the Junior creative visualizer and his wife is creative director of Aircraft Ad Agency. Their MD Vinod Verma arrives and they have not disclosed their relationship to their boss who does not miss any chance of flirting with Meera. Mohan hates it and spends most of his time protecting his wife from Mr. Verma. Shri Adhikari

Brothers

SAB TV [citation needed]
2000

2003
Gharwali Uparwali Prime Channel Star Plus [7]
2001

2003
Hum Saath Aath Hain Prime Channel Star Plus [8]
2001 Ji Mantriji Ochre Moving Pictures Star Plus [9]
2001

2004
Office Office The series is based on the rampant corruption and bribery seen in public offices. The story revolves around Mussadilal who is often harshly treated by corrupt officials. SAB TV [10]
2002

2004
Khichdi The typical story of joint family of India and how the whole family solves the problems, either within joint family or outside the family. UTV Software Communications
Hats Off Productions
Star Plus [11]
2003

2007
Shararat Shararat is loosely similar to the American show Sabrina, the Teenage Witch. The story of three ladies who had superpowers. UTV Software Communications Star Plus [12]
2003

2007
Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani (TV Series) Doordarshan's biggest blockbuster hit in recent times and one of the most critically acclaimed shows of all time, this Show, which is packed with super-sized laughs, heart-warming moments, drama, romance, action and most importantly, the sublime feeling of pride in being an Indian, imparts food-for-thought and inspires the viewer to become a catalyst for change, nationwide. Prime Channel DD National [13]
2003

2004
The Adventures of Tenali Raman The Adventures of Tenali Raman is a fun animated series that tells the story of Tenali Raman, a smart and witty poet, scholar, and advisor in the court of King Krishnadevaray of Vijayanagara, an ancient Indian kingdom. The show highlights Raman's cleverness and quick thinking in various everyday situations. Toonz Animation Cartoon Network India [14]
2004

2017
Sarabhai vs Sarabhai The show revolves around the life of an upper-class Gujarati family, the Sarabhais, who live in a luxury apartment building and later in penthouses in the upmarket Cuffe Parade area of South Mumbai. Hats Off Productions Star One (season 1)
Hotstar (season 2)
[15]
2005 Instant Khichdi Second season of Khichdi franchise and a sequel to the show Khichdi Hats Off Productions Star One [citation needed]
2005 LOC — Life Out of Control UTV Software Communications Star Plus [16]
2006

2015
F.I.R F.I.R. is a situational comedy serial centered on a Haryanvi female police officer named Chandramukhi Chautala and her three subordinates. The show depicted their lives as they try to solve cases. Edit 2 Productions SAB TV [17]
2006

2008
Aek Chabi Hai Pados Mein The story of a locality in Allahabad India, where people from different backgrounds live peacefully while dealing with their day-to-day life and the challenges they face. Star Plus [18]
[19]
2006

2007
Vicky & Vetaal The story of two boys, Vicky is intelligent and Vetaal is foolish. Vicky saved Vetaal from a banyan tree. After that, Vetaal leads Vicky into troubles. Cinevistaas Limited Disney Channel India [20]
2007 Agadam Bagdam Tigdam The Malhotra family are Aliens, they came on earth to spend 12 years with humans. They came from a planet called Zoltar. Contiloe Entertainment Disney Channel India [21]
2008 Bhaago KK Aaya The sitcom is about the behavior of the character KK in the office with his staff. Contiloe Entertainment SAB TV [22]
2008 Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah The show is based on the column Duniya Ne Undha Chashma written by columnist and journalist Taarak Mehta. Neela Tele Films SAB TV [23]
2009 Aashiq Biwi Ka A girl failed in a relationship with her boyfriend and she doesn't want to marry someone else but she is forced to marry. SAB TV [24]
Burey Bhi Hum Bhale Bhi Hum The serial is based on the lives of two brothers with their family who live together in a one house. Hats Off Productions Star Plus [25]
2009

2012
Chorr Police The story of a thief who steals not for himself, but for other people. Green Gold Animations Disney XD India [26]
2011

2016
Best of Luck Nikki The story is about the birth of character Nikki (fourth child) and how the parents handle the situation after the birth of Nikki. The Company Disney Channel India [27]
[28]
2011–2017 Chidiya Ghar The show follows the life of a family of quirky characters whose names resemble animals and each individual bears some animal characteristics. Sony Pictures Networks SAB TV [29]

[30]

2011 Ammaji Ki Galli The story is about a person called Ammaji and the lives of people living in a jam-packed street in Amritsar. Contiloe Entertainment SAB TV [31]
Pyaar Mein Twist The story of two lovers who love each other but end up fighting because of others. Neela Tele Films Star Plus
2012

2014
The Suite Life of Karan & Kabir The show is about Karan and Kabir, twin brothers who live in the Raj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai with their mother. The Company Disney Channel India [32]
2012 Motu Patlu The story is based on two friends who put each other in a situation that leads one into trouble but they also save each other by realizing their own mistakes. Maya Digital Studios
Cosmos Entertainment
Nickelodeon India [33]
2012

2013
Alaxmi Ka Super Parivaar People in story believe that the city will sink if Kapadia family didn't stop fighting with each other. Hats Off Productions Life OK [34]
2013 Shake it up SOL Disney Channel India [35]
Bh Se Bhade The story is based on a 55-year-old man, Mr. Bhadrakant Devilal Bhade, who has a special quality. Hats Off Productions Zee TV [36]
2013

2014
Oye Jassie It is a story of Jasmeet(Jassie) from Amritsar who travels Mumbai to become a star where she becomes Nanny for famous film producers adoptive children. Magic Works Entertainment Disney Channel India [37]
2014

2016
Badi Dooooor Se Aaye Hai The show is about the Aliens who came to India for living with humans. Hats Off Productions SAB TV [38]
2015 Zindagi Khatti Meethi Film Farm Productions Disney Channel India [39]
Lage Raho Chachu Contiloe Entertainment [39]
Maan Na Maan Mein Tera Mehmaan It is a story of Joint family having a big magical mirror from which different people of various countries, stories and ancient time comes to live and they restore them back to place. Optimystix Entertainment [39]
Goldie Ahuja Matric Pass It is a story of a family of 3 where the father rejoins s hool to complete his studies in the same school his son is admitted and his wife as the teacher. The Company [39]
Palak Pe Jhalak Rose Audio Visuals [40]
2025 Jaane Kya Hoga Aage Optimystix Entertainment Sony Entertainment Television [41]
Sahib Biwi Aur Boss The plot of the series revolves around the female protagonist's struggle to juggle between her married life and work. A desperate Anisha will lie for bagging a job. Edit II Productions SAB TV [42]
2015

2016
Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi...Let's Go The story of the series is about the Ahuja family living in New Delhi. The life of the family takes an interesting U-turn when they buy their first family car Maruti Alto 800. Deepti Bhatnagar Productions SAB TV [43]
Sumit Sambhal Lega The show revolves around the life of Sumit who lives with his family. Sumit does not take many things seriously, making jokes in nearly every situation, no matter how troubling or problematic they are. He often avoids responsibilities around the house and with his kids, leaving them to his wife. DJ's a Creative Unit Star Plus [44]
Vicky Aur Vetaal The story of two boys, Vicky is intelligent and Vetaal is foolish. Vicky saved Vetaal from a banyan tree. After that, Vetaal leads Vicky into troubles. Cinevistaas Limited Disney Channel India [45]
2015 Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! Inspired by the 1995 Hindi sitcom Shrimaan Shrimati with various others characters. Edit II Productions &TV [46]
2016 May I Come In Madam The show is about an employee who flirts with his female boss. Edit II Productions Life OK [47]
Gabbar Poonchwala The story of a dog, Gabbar, who can speak Haryanvi language with the boy called Mihir who found him in the playground. Lost Boy Productions Disney Channel India [48]
Bade Bhaiyya Ki Dulhania The story is about 14 family members who trying to find prefect bride for Abhishek, who is the breadwinner of the family. Bodhi Tree Multimedia Sony Entertainment Television [49]
2016 Gaju Bhai The show showcases the story of a Jollywood superstar Gaju Bhai and his transformation from a reel life hero to a real life hero. Toonz Animation
The Walt Disney Company India
Disney Channel India [50]
2017 —

2019

Kya Hal, Mister Panchal? The story is about a mother who wants a perfect daughter-in-law with five qualities. However, as a result of her wish, she ends up with five daughters-in-laws with one quality each. Optimystix Entertainment Star Bharat [51]
2017

2018
Partners The story revolves around the three cops who solve the cases which leads to laughter. Ideas Entertainment SAB TV [52]
2018 Belan Wali Bahu Roopa, a clumsy but softhearted housewife who tries her best to impress everyone one way or another but ends up doing some mistake or another. One day by a mistake, she ends up killing her husband, Amarnath Awasthi, with her rolling pin (belan). This incident marks the beginning of the show. Roopa wins everyone's hearts as she and her dead husband in the form of a ghost helps the family to get out of tricky situations. Shoonaya Square Productions Colors TV [53]
Jijaji Chhat Par Hai It is the story of Elaichi, a quintessential girl next door, and their helpless tenant, Pancham and his fake wife. Edit II Productions SAB TV [54]
Saat Phero Ki Hera Pherie The story revolves around the lives of five neighborhood friends, two couples and one bachelor boy. Playtime Creationn [55]
Shrimaan Shrimati Phir Se This is the second season of Shrimaan Shrimati. Happii Digital [6]
Khichdi The series was first launched in 2002, and aired two seasons. The series, tentatively titled Khichdi Returns. Hatsoff Productions Star Plus [56]
Jai Kanhaiya Lal Ki It narrates the story of a rich grandfather Janki Nath Chaudhary and his spoilt granddaughter Dali whereas Vishal Vashittha came on board as Kanhaiya who plays the character of Bawarchi on the show. The story is about a grandfather and his spoilt grand daughter Dali and how a cook changed their lives. In the end, Kanhaiya marries Daali. Blues Productions Star Bharat [57]
Papa By Chance The show is about a spoilt, rich man named Yuvaan who falls in the conspiracy of his deceased father, Samrat Chopra's servant, Harman Battra. As a result, he misunderstands that he accidentally killed a couple after the brakes of his car fail. But in reality, the deceased couple had attempted suicide. In order to make amends for his mistake and to win the case of Samrat's property, he decides to become the custodian of the three children Dhoni, Ullu & Gungun Chatwaal of the ill-fated couple on the advice his new lawyer, Kashvi. Full House Media [58]
2019–2020 Bhakharwadi The series revolve around 2 Families who own Bhakarwadi shop in Neighborhood. One is Gujarati Family who have modern thought Other is a Marathi Family who believe in Old Thoughts. The Gujarati daughter marry the Marathi son. Hatsoff Productions Sony SAB
2019 Khatra Khatra Khatra Comedy game show where celebrities form entertainment and film industry come and play games. H3 Entertainment Colors TV
2019 Happu Ki Ultan Paltan Happu Singh is a police officer in the city of Kanpur. The story revolves around the misadventures of Happu Singh and his large family- his wife. Edit II Productions &TV
2020 Maharaj Ki Jai Ho! A scientist invents a time machine. He mistakenly enters the Mahabharat era. He is followed by another man named Sanjay. Both get stuck there and help Maharaj Dhritrashtra and the kingdom to solve problem by using modern discoveries and teach them English The Company
Trouble Makers Productions
StarPlus
Maddam Sir The series revolve around A Lady Police Station in Lucknow. How the solve the problems? Jay productions [1] Sony Sab [59]
Kuch Smiles Ho Jayein... With Alia It is a game show in which Alia (from Tera Kya Hoga Alia?) and Balraj connect with the characters of Sony SAB and play fun games. Ayush Agarwal Productions Sony SAB [60]
Lockdown Ki Love Story This show is based on Dhruv and Sonam and their situational lockdown wedding which has a blend of discrete cultures. Rashmi Sharma Telefilms Star Plus [61]
Akbar Ka Bal Birbal This show is based on folktales of mighty Mughal Emperor Akbar and his witty and trusted courtier Birbal. This show revolves around Akbar and Birbal's friendship. Triangle Film Company Star Bharat
Excuse Me Maadam Spiritual. sequel of Life OK show May I Come in Madam Edit II Productions
Gangs of Filmistaan The show is based on Bhindi Bhai, who is a don. The don gave his house on rent. But instead of taking rent, he asks them to entertain him. Lil Frido Productions
2021 Wagle Ki Duniya- Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey This show is based on Rajesh Wagle and his "Common Man Problems" Hats Off Productions Sony Sab [62]
2021 Jijaji Chhat Parr Koii Hai Two families, the Sharmas and the Jindals live in a two-story mansion in Punjabi Bagh, whose ownership is claimed by both and are constantly at loggerheads. Mystery revolves around the mansion where an abandoned locked room is said to be haunted. The ghost, Chandraprabha, is a look-alike of her great-granddaughter, Connaught Place Sharma, known as CP. Edit II Productions Sony SAB
2022–2023 Favvara Chowk The series is based in Indore, revolves around Ashok who runs a Jhama Jham Cafe with his son Manoj and Rama who runs her Madhuri Beauty Parlour with her twin daughters. H3 Entertainment Dangal TV [63]
2023 Meri Saas Bhoot Hai A girl who is afraid of ghosts but after her marriage she finds that her mother-in-law is a ghost. Film Farm India Star Bharat
2023–2024 May I Come In Madam? 2 2nd Season of May I Come In Madam? Edit ll production [64]

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