Khanda Bazaar literally means “Laughter Bazaar”.

The show has been developed to uncover the comedic talents of Afghanistan following an audition and selection process similar to Afghan Star and finally resulting in you, the viewer, choosing your favourite Laughter Champion.

Although most outside of Afghanistan associate it with violence and wars, there is a much longer and deeper history of culture and tradition in Afghanistan. Humour is an intricate part of Afghan tradition so much so that it permeates virtually all facets of Afghan tradition and culture including poetry recited by famous poets of this region.