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Vik Pandya

$200/hour
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About
Vik is an established act for comedy clubs across the country, & has since become a sought after option for private entertainment. From corporate holiday parties, birthday roasts, or simply as an event emcee, Vik can engage audiences of all ages & backgrounds tailoring his act to your needs for a truly unique show - virtually or in person! Past clients include: Allstate, Capital One, Comcast & more! See reviews for testimonials. Full bio: Vik Pandya is a nationally touring comedian known for his sharp self-deprecation, observational humor on dating, and hilarious crowd work. His debut album Friends With 401(k) Benefits premiered #1 on iTunes and Top 10 on the Billboard Charts, & his latest album can be heard on SiriusXM. Vik’s specials across Dry Bar Comedy, Only Fans TV, and YouTube have amassed thousands of views. A veteran of 24 comedy festivals across the country—including San Francisco’s Sketchfest and NBC’s Breakout Fest—Vik has opened for Trevor Wallace, Roy Wood Jr., and Michelle Wolf, and is a frequent opener for international superstars like Vir Das and Zakir Khan. He can be seen regularly at The Laugh Factory, Zanies, & The Improv in Chicago. Vik also produces Sofar Sounds and hosts the popular podcast The Business of Comedy. His work has been featured in Vulture, SubwayTakes, and the Chicago Tribune. Follow him @vikpandya
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Hired 80 times

Serves Chicago, IL

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3 employees

11 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2022

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2021

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Wedding

Birthday

School event

Sporting event

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Julie S.

Feb 10, 2026

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Such an amazing experience working with Vik Pandya. Quick at responding back, very responsibly. Hired Vik for a work event, he had the entire room laughing (some even laugh/crying). I would highly recommend him and would hire him in the near future.

Details: 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • Corporate / office event

Vik Pandya's reply
Thanks so much Julie! It was such a fun event and you made everything very easy. Can't wait to work together again!
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Safa S.

Jan 12, 2025

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I hired Vik for my husband's 40th birthday party, and he absolutely crushed it! From start to finish, he had everyone laughing nonstop. His roasting of my husband was spot-on – playful, clever, and just the right balance of humor without going overboard. What really stood out was how quick Vik was to read the crowd. He made on the spot jokes about Bosnians and their humor, and it had everyone in stitches! He truly knew how to connect with the audience and keep the energy high throughout the night. Everyone kept telling me how much they enjoyed the entertainment, and my husband couldn’t stop talking about how fun it was. Vik truly made the party unforgettable. Highly recommend him if you’re looking for a comedian to liven up any event!

Details: 31 - 50 years old • Birthday

Vik Pandya's reply
Thank you for the kind words, it was such an honor performing at such a fun event! The crowd was ready to laugh and the setup was really stellar, thanks again and see you at another show soon!!
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Candace B.

Sep 15, 2024

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I recently had the pleasure of hiring Vik for our event, and he exceeded all expectations! From the start, communication was fantastic—prompt, professional, and easy to work with. On the day of the event, Vik read the crowd perfectly, delivering humor that had everyone laughing from start to finish. His ability to adjust to the audience’s vibe and engage with them made the performance even more special. If you’re looking for a comedian who can bring energy, fun, and tons of laughter, Vik is the one to book!

Details: 18 - 30 years old • 51 or older • 31 - 50 years old • General entertainment / party

Vik Pandya's reply
Thanks so much Candace, you were great hosts and the setup couldn't have been better. Can't wait for the next one!!
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Chana W.

May 31, 2023

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Vik was a pleasure to work with. He helped make my husbands birthday a GREAT one! He was quick to respond, worked with my requests and had the whole audience entertained. From my 3 little kids to an audience of about 30 people of all ages. He had the crowd engaged and rolling! He even brought some fellow comedians. To add to the show. He also ended off the act with an amazing roast of my husband. I look forward to use him in future parties!

Details: 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • Birthday

Vik Pandya's reply
Thanks so much Chana, it was so fun making the bday special!!
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Jean M.

Jul 4, 2023

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For our anniversary party, Vik did a comedy set and brought the house down! Requested clean comedy since all ages were present and he didn’t disappoint! Easy to work with, super responsive, punctual, overall great experience! Highly recommended!

Details: 26 - 50 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 13 - 17 years old • 12 years old or younger • 18 - 30 years old • 51 or older • General entertainment / party

Vik Pandya's reply
Thanks so much Jean, such a fun show and you put together an amazing party!!
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