Stand-up comedy was only a hobby when Karunesh Talwar started out at 18. Over 10 years and the Amazon Prime Video special, Pata Nahi Par Bolna Hai, later, it has evolved into his calling. The comedian is ready with another one-hour special, Aalas Motaapa Ghabraahat that he claims has a darker theme as he discusses his relationship with his parents and girlfriend. In a chat with mid-day, the funny guy talks about how his family reacted to the new offering and the influence of other comics.

Edited excerpts from the interview.